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Labour has terminated coalition agreements with the Green Party in 11 local authorities following a dispute over an anti-Zionist motion. Bridget Phillipson stated that the policy is unacceptable, while Zack Polanski argued the move risks local services.

The motion was passed at the Green Party conference. Labour demanded local Green councillors reject the policy before the split occurred.

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“Here, Labour has pulled out of power-sharing deals with the Green Party in 11 local authorities following a row over a controversial anti-Zionist motion. The Greens voted at their party conference to declare Zionism a form of racism, prompting Labour to demand that local Green councillors reject that policy or face losing their coalition agreements. Labour chair Bridget Phillipson says the policy crosses a line, insisting the party cannot work with anyone who supports it. But Green leader Zack Polanski warns the move will backfire and has accused Labour of putting local services at risk and undermining successful council partnerships.”
Nov 2, 6:03 PMUnited Kingdom