Councillor Tom Crone is a prominent figure in local politics, representing the St Michaels ward. First elected in 2014 with 60% of the vote, he was subsequently re-elected in 2018 with 58% and in 2023 with an increased majority of 69%.
Crone serves as the leader of the Green group on the council and resides in St Michaels with his wife and two children.
as the Green Party's candidate for the Liverpool City Region (LCR) Metro Mayor in May 2017, for Parliament in the Riverside constituency during the 2019 snap General Election, and against Labour's Joe Anderson in the 2016 City Mayor election, with plans to challenge again in May 2021 for the position of the Mayor of the newly-created Liverpool City Region. Crone's candidacy has been notable for his focus on environmental issues and local community concerns.
In the previous year, he was recognized as the Green Party's most successful mayoral candidate nationwide, highlighting the growing support for green policies. His campaigns emphasize the urgency of addressing global climate change, advocating for the voice of the Green Party in local government to initiate meaningful action to protect the environment for future generations.
Key issues in Crone's platform include the opposition to fracking and Underground Coal Gasification (UGC), the threat to Rimrose Valley Country Park due to the Port of Liverpool expansion, and the environmental impact of increased air and road travel in the North West. He champions greater democracy and accountability in governance, advocates for greener transport options, and focuses on environmental protection as central to his political agenda.
Crone's campaign is largely funded by small donations from individuals, in line with the Green Party's policy of refusing donations from big business. This grassroots financial support has covered essential campaign costs, such as the election deposit, and facilitated outreach efforts, including the distribution of over 40,000 "Green View" newsletters and the enhancement of the campaign's social media presence.
The aim is to broaden the impact of Crone's environmental message among voters in the Liverpool City Region.
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.
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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.
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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.