The Wales Green Party launched its comprehensive manifesto at the Chapter Arts Centre on the 12th of April. Alice Hooker-Stroud leader of the Wales Green Party vowed the party will make history in May’s Assembly Elections and elect the first green voices to the Senedd.
Speaking at the launch of the Wales Green Party manifesto launch Alice Hooker-Stroud said:
“The National Assembly for Wales is the last national political body in the UK that doesn’t have elected Green voices. There are Green representatives in community councils, local government, the House of Lords, the House of Commons, the Scottish Parliament, the Northern Ireland Assembly and the London Assembly, as well as in the European Parliament. In all of these bodies, Greens have made a huge difference. It is time to do just that in Wales and shake up the Senedd. Strong Green voices in the Assembly will hold Welsh Government to account on the social and environmental issues that affect our communities, and create a better future for Wales.”
The manifesto launched at the Chapter Arts centre in Cardiff outlines a vision for Wales that puts the people and the planet first. Top priorities for the Wales Green Party include divestment from fossil fuels and investment in building sustainable and resilient communities, connecting Wales together and ensuring that education, health and culture are given the resources they need to serve the people of Wales.
Alice Hooker Stroud said
“We need warm and affordable housing, cutting energy use, reducing carbon emissions and fighting fuel poverty. We need public transport that allows access to vital public services with low impact on the environment. We need schools, libraries and social care systems designed to fit our community’s needs across Wales. We need decently paid and sustainable work. We need community renewables that produce clean green energy and an investment for our future. We need to challenge the status quo and move into a different future for Wales. “
The launch was attended by candidates and supporters of the Wales Green Party and members of the press.