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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 12h

In Scotland two families own more wealth than 1.3 million people.

We're one of the wealthiest countries in history, but that wealth is concentrated in the hands of a tiny few.

That's why a wealth tax on the super-rich is supported by an overwhelming majority of Scots.

STV News. Wealth tax on ten richest Scots 'could lift 30,000 children out of poverty'. A tax of 2% levied against those with assets worth £10m or more could bring in £492m a year from Scotland's ten richest families, study finds.

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 20h

Note: generic photo of trees below as I didn't want to use others photos.

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 20h

I've been contacted by a number of people about the tree felling at the former Carrigans at Strathaven road next to Calderglen Country Park. I'm gathering some more information and will do an update when I hear back. Thank you for highlighting this and for caring for the trees.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 22h

The @scottishgreens.org have delivered free bus travel for young people, scrapped peak rail fares, passed rent controls and so much more.

Be part of our movement and help us achieve the transformational change Scotland really needs
members.greens.scot/join

Join the Scottish Greens

Join the Scottish Greens to be a part of the movement that will change Scotland. Membership gives you the right to vote in our open democratic structures, receive invitations to members only events ac...

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Patrick Harvie MSP @patrickharvie.bsky.social · 1d

Our membership has been rising since these two became our new leadership team. Join us now, as we prepare to make 2026 our best ever election year! greens.scot/join

Ross Greer MSP and Gillian Mackay MSP, smiling and facing the camera, with a caption reading "Join the Scottish Greens greens.scot/join"

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 1d

Let's make hope normal again.

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Let's Make Hope Normal Again - Green Party Political Broadcast

YouTube video by Green Party of England & Wales

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 1d

Three local grants closing soon - one for young people focussing on reuse, then two for communities to look at climate impacts and climate action. So whether its food, products, travel, energy, greenspaces or waste, have a look and see if these grants can help your group. Happy to help in any way.

Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub @cahlanarkshire.bsky.social · 2d

Don’t miss out! 3 grants closing 20 October 🗓️

♻️ Youth Reuse & Sharing
🌎 Climate Ready Places
🎨 Climate Change in your Community

Got a project idea one of these funds could help with? Get in touch: [email protected]. We'd love to help! 💚

#Lanarkshire #ClimateAction #LetsDoNetZero

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 2d

Let me know how the weekend's storm affected you. With climate change induced more frequent and severe weather, we need take stock and adapt. That's what will be done after our climate emergency motion passed last week. Report flooding and trees down via the council's website / out of hours numbers.

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 4d

It's time to fix the rigged economy from one that serves the super rich, to one that serves people and planet.

Join the movement 🌍
www.greens.scot/join

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Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · 5d

Today I've joined parliamentarians from across the political spectrum in calling on Kemi Badenoch to rethink her dangerous position on the climate and net zero - a position which puts Britain's economic strength, national security, and environmental leadership at risk.

Screenshot of a letter to Kemi Badenoch, the full text is linked in the subsequent post

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Improvement Service @improvserv.bsky.social · 5d

🌍 As #ScotClimateWeek comes to an end, we spotlight our recent From Policy to Practice roundtable. Let's move from vision to impact. Read the full summary here 👇 https://twp.ai/9PVlmx
#ScotClimateWeek #NetZeroScotland #ClimateAction #JustTransition

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 5d

"We will break the shackles of poverty and hardship that lock so many in. We will end rip-off Britain." - @zackpolanski.bsky.social

"We have a vision for this place we call home. Boldness

means connecting with how hard it is right now for so many

people. It means listening, not just finger pointing.

It means presenting a positive vision not just of the future

but what we can all do right now."

ZACK POLANSKI

GREEN PARTY LEADER

GREEN PARTY CONFERENCE

BOURNEMOUTH

3-5 OCTOBER 2025

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 5d

Crafts, cuppa and community. Check out this group on every Wednesday at Calderwood Community Hall with Reach Out Community Wellbeing and SupportEK

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 6d

Love this. Thank you Jane Goodall. We all need hope: look to and support young people and nature to help us bounce back to a brighter future.

Greenpeace UK @greenpeaceuk.bsky.social · 6d

Last year, we were lucky enough to welcome Dr Jane Goodall to the Greenpeace stage at Glastonbury, where she shared this beautiful message of HOPE in tough times.

Rest in peace, Jane. Thank you so much for all the hope you gave to us all. 💚💚

Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 6d

September highlights here:

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Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub @cahlanarkshire.bsky.social · 6d

We are delighted to see that this motion passed by @southlanarkshire.gov.uk yesterday.

We are delighted with this news, and it is fantastic to see a local authority committing to making long-lasting, positive change for the environment particularly during #ScotClimateWeek. 💚

#LetsDoNetZero

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 7d

The Housing Bill, introduced by Scottish Greens, has passed!

✅ Rent controls
✅ The right for renters to keep pets
✅ The right for renters to decorate
✅ Increased council tax on second homes
✅ Support for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
👇 And more

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you to @southlangreens.bsky.social @climateemergencyuk.bsky.social @cahlanarkshire.bsky.social and @rossclarksnp.bsky.social

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 7d

We also accepted an amendment to:
💷Endorse calls for fair funding for councils to invest in communities, including in a net zero future
🚶Request devolution of active travel spending
🧑‍🦽‍➡️Provide an update on active travel investment effectiveness

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 7d

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Ensure climate action is informed by communities, with many added benefits, particularly for our most vulnerable citizens
- Report on action that will be taken to reduce the sustainability impact of council events and catering
👩‍💼Encourage elected members to connect with Climate Action Lanarkshire

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 7d

⚒️Faster action to cut emissions and adapt to the increasingly severe weather impacts happening in our communities
👌Set reduction targets and a delivery plan before the end of this political term

South Lanarkshire Council

YouTube video by SL Committees

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Kirsten Robb @krobbgreen.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks to you and everyone who wrote to their councillors, we did it! South Lanarkshire has declared a climate emergency. Most importantly, the actions that will follow this to benefit us locally are in the thread:

South Lanarkshire Council

YouTube video by SL Committees

youtu.be

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 8d

🚨MSPs have just agreed to my @scottishgreens.org proposal to lift the cap on Council Tax for second homes & empty properties.

Scotland has 15,000 homeless children, but 21,000 second homes and 46,000 empty homes. This is a problem we can solve by 'encouraging' second/empty home owners to sell.

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Scottish Greens @scottishgreens.org · 8d

🚨BREAKING

40 years ago Margaret Thatcher abolished rent controls in Scotland.

The Scottish Parliament just passed a Bill introduced by the Scottish Greens, which will allow them once more!

This will keep rents affordable and offer safety and stability to renters. 🙌

Rent controls passed! homes are for living in, not for profiteering.

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Ross Greer (he/him) @ross-greer.bsky.social · 8d

Scottish Greens! Make sure you've got your ticket for our conference next month.

This is the start of a really exciting new era for our party. It would be great if you could join us for this weekend of important debates and discussions. 💚

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