Gill Leek has been a dedicated member of The Green Party for over two decades, actively participating in politics as both a candidate and a supporter. Leek's involvement includes standing as a paper candidate in local elections on Hayling Island in 2005 and 2007.
More recently, she contested in the Wolds Weighton Ward in the East Riding, securing 17% of the vote. Over the years, Leek has also aided other Green Party candidates through leaflet distribution and canvassing in Brighton, Gosport, and Beverley.
Leek is passionate about educating the electorate on the comprehensive manifesto of the Green Party, which she believes is often misunderstood as merely a pressure group focused on prohibitions. Her experience through multiple political cycles, including fifteen Prime Ministerseleven of whom were Conservativeshas reinforced her belief in the necessity of proportional representation to avoid what she sees as the pitfalls of the First Past the Post voting system.
A staunch environmentalist, Leek champions sustainable practices such as organic farming and community-driven agriculture, including community orchards, food forests, and allotments. As an allotment holder, she emphasizes the mental and physical health benefits of gardening.
Leek actively maintains a wildlife-friendly garden, supports local wildlife initiatives, and is involved in environmental groups such as the Market Weighton Wildlife Group and Greener Pocklington.
Leek does not own a car, opting instead for public transportation, walking, or cycling. Her personal interests include music, reading a diverse array of books, and promoting environmental awareness.
Through her various activities and lifestyle, she seeks to ensure a healthy future for her grandchildren and the planet.
Leek's motivation for participating in the General Election is to advocate for Green Party values and increase its electoral support, aiming to demonstrate that a vote for the Green Party is not wasted but a step towards more sustainable governance.
The Green Party stands as a unique political entity that emphasizes an interconnected approach to social, environmental, and economic issues. This manifesto outlines the party’s commitment to transforming society for the betterment of both the planet and its inhabitants.
The party views social, economic, and environmental challenges as interconnected and believes that resolving one requires addressing them all together. Success is not solely measured by economic indicators but also by the quality of life, including personal freedom, social equity, health, and ecosystem health.
Humanity's survival is dependent on biodiversity and the sustainable use of finite physical resources. Every individual, including future generations and other species, has a right to basic material security.
A healthy society is built on voluntary cooperation among empowered individuals, without discrimination. Decisions should be made as close as possible to the affected individuals to promote accountability and participatory democracy.
The party seeks non-violent solutions that consider minority and future generation interests. Change can be achieved through various methods, including lifestyle changes and direct action, as long as they align with core principles.
Humans are part of and depend on the natural world, which has suffered significantly from human activities. Traditional political and economic approaches are seen as destructive, emphasizing the need for a shift from growth-driven policies to those focusing on sustainable well-being.
Proposes a society where individuals coexist with nature and each other in mutually beneficial ways, stressing empowerment over dominance. Values the diversity of human relationships with each other and the environment, advocating for a balance of various life-enhancing processes.
All policies and actions should aim for sustainability, ensuring that resource use and environmental impacts are within the planet’s capacity to handle indefinitely. Calls for urgent action to address climate change and biodiversity loss, emphasizing ecological and egalitarian solutions.
Advocates for replacing GDP with indicators that reflect true progress towards ecological sustainability and human well-being.Supports the enhancement of rights and freedoms, balancing individual actions with the health of society and the planet.
Promotes more democratic processes at all levels of government and society to ensure fair and inclusive decision-making. Supports measures to address inequality and ensure all citizens have access to necessary resources without compromising ecological integrity.
Encourages a shift in cultural values towards sustainability, cooperation, and respect for diversity. Engages in both global initiatives and local actions to implement its principles, aiming for a broad-based transformation across all sectors of society.
The Green Party's manifesto presents a radical rethinking of political, social, and economic systems, aiming to create a fair, sustainable society that respects the interconnected nature of global challenges. Through a combination of policy reform, cultural change, and grassroots action, the party seeks to redefine progress and ensure a viable future for all inhabitants of the planet.