The Green Party leadership race comes at a crunch time for net zero – it's eco-populism or bust

Time to ditch ‘net zero’

If the abstract phrase 'net zero' is costing support for climate action it is time to concentrate on selling the practical, local benefits, writes deputy editor Martin George. Today’s top news and views: NEW: Minister ‘minded to’ extend Thurrock intervention Legal challenge over Lambeth housing…The post Time to ditch ‘net zero’ appeared first on Local Government Chronicle (LGC).

Populism unpacked: Why Simple Messages Thrive in Complex Times

Populism thrives on simple messages in complex times. Political scientist Andreas Klee explains to Sophie Hecker and Nike Tecklenborg why populist strategies—provocative, oversimplified, and emotionally affirming—resonate so strongly, and what they mean for the future of democracy. The Definition of Populist Communication Tecklenborg: Let’s start with a basic question: What are typical features of populist communication? Klee: First, we need to …

The Green Party leadership race comes at a crunch time for net zero – it's eco-populism or bust

The Green Party leadership battle must offer plans to tackle the climate crisis that put cost of living at the heart of net zero.