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Ballot closes at MIDDAY TODAY! Make sure you vote here:
ballot.greenparty.org.uk

Thank you so much for all the support during this long campaign! Results 11am Tuesday.

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An image of Rachel Millward smiling under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Next to Rachel some text says "Thank you for your vote!" And below there is a graphic of a timer which says "5 hours left to vote".
August 30, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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LESS THAN 24 HOURS LEFT TO VOTE! Thank you for your support Claudia.

Remember to vote here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Councillor Claudia Fisher, Former South East field organiser. There is a headshot of Claudia smiling in the top left under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Below the endorsement text says "I couldn't be happier to endorse Rachel as Deputy Leader. Rachel is deeply principled, charismatic, intelligent, fair, articulate, an experienced politician and a natural leader. Rachel has my vote." There is a graphic of a timer below which says "1 day left to vote". The entire design has a purple theme.
August 29, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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24 HOURS LEFT TO VOTE!

Vote now to have your say in the future leadership of the Green Party of England and Wales: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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August 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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I stand up for nature. I am a Conservator of the Ashdown Forest, and co-founder of Friends of the River Medway. With our vision of Wealden as a place where people and nature thrive together, we are investing in nature restoration at council.

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An image of Rachel Millward infront of the Forest Ashdown under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". On her left there is text which says "Vote for a Deputy Leader who stands up for Nature". Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "1 day left to vote". The entire design has a purple theme.
August 29, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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2 DAYS LEFT TO VOTE! Thank you for your support @stuartjeffery.bsky.social.

Remember to vote here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Councillor Stuart Jeffery, Leader of Maidstone Borough Council. There is a headshot of Stuart in the top left under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Anyone who watched Rachel destroy the new Reform leader of Kent County Council on BBC Politics can be under no illusion that Rachel is a formidable speaker and debater. Rachel is exactly who we need to get our unique messages across to the widest possible audience and to do it fearlessly." Below is a graphic of a timer which says "2 days left to vote". The entire design has a purple theme.
August 28, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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My first jobs were in care work. I ran a community arts centre. I was governor of an inner city primary school. I am lead cabinet member for community, culture and communications at Council. I love being part of a party that serves communities.

#Rach4Deputy #RankRachel1st
An image of Rachel Millard smiling with a village/town in the background under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Next to her there is some text which says "Vote for a Deputy Leader who connects with communities". Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "2 days left to vote". The entire image has a purple theme.
August 28, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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3 days to go! Thank you so much for your support Ben.

Remember to vote here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Ben Qasim Monks, former Colleague of Rachel in the Film industry and politics. There is a picture of Ben in the top left corner under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "I've known Rachel as a brilliant leader and an inspiring and inclusive boss for 15 years. She can build movements and speak truth to power; she is a rural leader with a life of urban experience; a radical thinker who can navigate local politics, and she gets things done." Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "3 days left to vote". The entire image has a blue theme.
August 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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I chair a group of 20+ councils across the South East to hold water companies to account, and lobby government. I am co-founder of Friends of the River Medway and Project Ripple Effect, and I led Wealden District Council to pass a motion supporting the Rights of Rivers.

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An image of Rachel Millward at a water protest under a banner that says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". There is text on the image which says "Vote for a Deputy Leader who takes action on rivers and seas". Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "3 days left to vote". The entire design has a blue theme.
August 27, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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4 days to vote! I'm so grateful for your support @natashawalter.bsky.social.

Remember to vote here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Natasha Walter, journalist and writer. There is a headshot of Natasha in the top left under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Below the endorsement text says "Finally, I've made the move (that I've been talking about for too long): I've cancelled my Labour Party membership and joined the Green Party. Rachel is a formidable feminist, organiser, and nature defender, and I want more of those in politics." Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "4 days left to vote". The entire image has a green theme.
August 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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I founded an international women's film festival which called out inequality and changed the narrative around gender in the most powerful medium of its day. I regularly speak for a wealth tax, against disability cuts, for proper funding of public services, and more.

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An image of Rachel Millward delivering a speech under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Next to Rachel some text says "Vote for a deputy leader who speaks out against inequality". Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "4 days left to vote". The entire graphic has a green theme.
August 26, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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There are 5 days left to vote! Thank you for your support Miles.

Remember to vote here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Miles Thorpe, Former campaign manager for Carla Denyer MP. There is a headshot of Miles in the top left corner under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #RankRachel1st". Below the endorsement text says "Rachel would be an incredible Deputy Leader. She's a natural in the media, has excellent experience in and out of politics, and brings the hard work and compassion that's needed in the role. The Green Party needs to kick it up a gear, and I'll be voting for Rachel to help us do that." Below is a graphic of a timer which says "5 days left to vote". The entire graphic has a yellow theme.
August 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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I regularly debate all political parties on TV. If elected, I will embed media training throughout the party and connect us to the creative industries so we can develop cut through campaigns, reaching wider audiences with our message of hope.

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An image of Rachel Millward speaking on BBC Politics South East under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Next to her some text says "Vote for a deputy leader with media cut through". Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "5 days left to vote". The entire design has a yellow theme.
August 25, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Thank you so much for your endorsement Thomas.

There are only 6 days left to vote! Make sure you do here: ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Thomas Beckett, former director of the Green Party of England and Wales. There is a headshot of Thomas in the top left under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #RankRachel1st". Below the endorsement text says "Ambitious, visionary and organised leadership is what's required and Rachel provides this in spades. I am excited about the possibilities for the party with Rachel as Deputy Leader, and therefore give her my full support". Below is a graphic of a timer which says "6 days left to vote". The entire graphic has an orange theme.
August 24, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Over the years I have raised around £1.5million for various arts & community organisations. I am excited to help bring in more funds to help the Green Party scale up for future success.

BALLOT ENDS MIDDAY AUGUST 30th
ballot.greenparty.org.uk

#Rach4Deputy #RankRachel1st
An image of Rachel Millward next to a wood cladded wall. Above her is a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy", and to her left is some text which says "Vote for a deputy leader who can raise money." Below is a graphic of a timer which says "6 days left to vote". The entire design has an orange theme.
August 24, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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7 days to go. Thanks @minchchloe.bsky.social for your support!

Vote here now (you don't have to vote for all roles at once).
ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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An endorsement from Councillor Chloe Turner, Leader of Stroud District Council. There is a headshot of Chloe smiling under a banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". Below the endorsement text says "Rachel is a confident and experienced council co-leader, with fantastic media skills and a proven record of capacity building and election success - I can't think of a better candidate for Deputy Leader of the Party." Below there is a graphic of a timer which says "7 days left to vote". The entire image has a red theme.
August 23, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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This is why I'm standing to be the next Deputy Leader of the Green Party of England and Wales. Voting closes in one week!

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August 23, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Taxing extreme wealth is vital for our economy. 80% of millionaires want a wealth tax! But still this old myth that the wealthy will up and leave...
Here I am back at the beginning of this Deputy Leadership campaign, in June, on BBC Politics SE.

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August 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Final batch of endorsements from party members including some former MP candidates. Thanks for all you do!

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An endorsement from Elaine Hills, Green MP candidate for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven in 2024. There is a headshot of Elaine under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope Can Win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Rachel has experience of leadership that delivers results. She is a natural communicator - articulate, relatable and confident. In media interviews, she comes across as the grown-up in the room: clear-headed, principled and persuasive. I think she has what it takes to galvanise our core supporters and reach new audiences. That's exactly what we need if we're going to grow our influence and deliver real-world change."
August 21, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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It's wonderful to have the support of these brilliant people: writers, an ecologist, an international speaker, an architect, a marketing strategist... 🧵

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Anna Hope
An endorsement from Anna Hope, writer and actress. There is a headshot of Anna under a Green banner which says "Rachel Millward, Hope can win, #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Charisma to burn, effortless intelligence, and above all a HUGE heart. She's also an incredible media performer - I cheer from the sofa as she demolishes the opposition in her TV debates. She's the real deal."
August 20, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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With only 11 days left to vote, and the endorsements are still pouring in! Huge thanks to these wonderful councillors for adding their support. Looking forward to supporting you in turn if I'm elected as Deputy.
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An endorsement from Councillor Rosie Pearson, Green group leader on West Oxfordshire district council. In the top left there is a picture of Rosie smiling under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Rachel's effectiveness as a leader is proven, and her communication skills are compelling. She has the ability to manifest Green Party policies and principles in a way that will get people saying 'of course - i'd never seen it like that before, but i do now!'". An endorsement from Councillor Graham Shaw, Wealden District Council. There is a headshot of Graham in the top left corner under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward, Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Working with our Alliance colleagues, Greens in Wealden have delivered real change since our election in 2023 - building affordable homes, developing an ambitious climate strategy, promoting natural restoration, and supporting vulnerable residents. Through her work as council leader, Rachel will bring much needed experience of making things happen on the ground, to the deputy leadership and the wider green party." An endorsement from Councillor Kerry Pickett, Brighton and Hove city council. There is a headshot of Kerry in the top left under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "Rachel knows her stuff and she clearly knows how to articulate her point in a positive and motivating way. We need people like her to help lead the Greens forward, helping to spread the word that we are the only true party for social and economic justice". An endorsement from Councillor Ian Tysh, Wealden District Council. There is a headshot of Ian in the top left under a green banner which says "Rachel Millward Hope can win #Rach4Deputy". The endorsement text below says "I've seen Rachel's leadership and comms skills on our Council since May 2023 and have been mightily impressed, She conveys our Green ideas and policies with clarity and politely but firmly exposes the muddled thinking of political opponents, both inside and outside of the Council. Our national party has far more answers to the country's pressing problems than all the others put together but has failed to get them across fast enough to enough of the public. We need a new approach and Rachel is committed to help find and implement it."
August 19, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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End of holiday reflections on what I'll bring to party members if you elect me as your Deputy Leader.

1. More support for the grassroots
2. Creative comms & campaigns
3. Raising money!

I hope this helps you decide to #RankRachel1st.

Voting ends soon! Ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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August 18, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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It was great to catch up with Callum from @turnleftmedia.co.uk. Thanks so much for the interview, the full video is in the link in the thread.

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August 17, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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I'm really grateful to have the support of @chloeg.bsky.social!

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An endorsement from Councillor Chloë Goldsmith, Brighton and Hove Green Group Co-Deputy Leader. In the top left is a headshot of Chloë smiling under the banner "Rachel Millward Hope Can Win #Rach4Deputy". Below the endorsement text reads, "Taking our party to the next level needs just as much work internally as it does externally, and Rachel has shown she is just as great at listening to groups within our party, as she is communicating our messages to potential voters."
August 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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2 weeks to go! Tick this role off your list today as you don't have to vote for them all in one go. Here is the link for members to choose a future of hope:

ballot.greenparty.org.uk

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A headshot of Rachel Millward under the banner "Rachel Millward, HOPE CAN WIN, #Rach4Deputy" and above a graphic saying "2 week left to vote". On Rachel's right is some text which says "For raising future Green Leaders, don't delay, vote today!"
August 16, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Young Greens are our future. I am already excited to work with them on an anti-misogyny campaign, and look forward to raising more young leaders when you elect me as the next Deputy Leader!

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August 15, 2025 at 7:01 AM