Labour Ends Green Party Council Deals Over 'Zionism is Racism' Policy in 11 English Councils

Labour is severing cooperation with the Green Party in 11 English councils after Greens failed to condemn a controversial policy declaring 'Zionism is racism' and advocating for a single Palestinian state. The move follows an ultimatum from Labour, which demanded Green council groups disown the motion passed at their party conference last month. Deals with six Green council groups that did condemn the policy will remain in place. The split affects local coalitions and power-sharing arrangements across England, potentially reshaping local governance. Labour's action underscores the growing political tensions over Israel-Palestine discourse in UK politics, with implications for future cross-party collaboration. The decision signals Labour's firm stance against what it views as discriminatory rhetoric, while raising questions about the viability of progressive alliances at the local level.