General Election Candidates 2024

Councillor Richard Mallender is standing as the Green Party parliamentary candidate in Rushcliffe. Richard has been a proactive member of the Rushcliffe Borough Council for nearly twenty years, where he has championed green initiatives, improved local environmental standards, and promoted sustainable living.

Richard is a long standing member of the Green Party and has helped form its ambitious policies in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and public transport. He believes in promoting social equity and justice by supporting social housing, increasing the minimum wage, and enhancing public services to reduce inequality. Richard has been an advocate for fostering community empowerment and greater local government powers, transparency, and citizen participation in governance.

Richard’s candidacy offers Rushcliffe a chance for strong, visionary leadership that bridges local and national politics, ensuring the voices of Rushcliffe residents are heard in Westminster. His dedication and proven track record make him the best placed candidate to deliver change for a sustainable and equitable future.

You can read more about Richard Mallender here.

Email Richard at rushcliffe@votegreen.uk

Follow Richard on Twitter/X: @CllrRMallender

Cath Sutherland is the Green Party candidate for Nottingham South.

Cath has lived in Nottingham for over 34 years, living in the in the Meadows in the heart of the Nottingham South constituency. She has lived a full life in Nottingham, having brought her children up, worked hard in the community, and seen her mother through to the end of her life here.

Cath has worked as a teacher in Further and Higher Education, for charities in Nottingham, for the county council and for Nottingham Trent University. Cath has a broad range of experience in people-facing roles.

She is a Humanist Celebrant, providing a non-religious alternative to people wishing to celebrate or commemorate key life events — such as weddings, namings, and funerals — in a non-religious way.

Cath was a volunteer in Greenpeace for many years, and has been involved in local campaigns on issues such as cuts to education budgets and what is going to happen to the Broadmarsh site. She joined the Green Party as she believes we need political change to bring about the social and economic changes that we need to see in society. This is the second time Cath has stood for election in Nottingham South.

Email Cath at nottingham.south@votegreen.uk

Sam Harvey is our Green Party candidate in Nottingham North and Kimberley. He has experience working for HMRC, the National Probation Service, and the charity sector, focusing on improving living standards for marginalised groups, particularly in LGBTIQA+ rights. Sam criticises the decline of public institutions, the economy, and the justice system, which he believes has been exacerbated by culture wars and a lack of progressive reform.

His campaign priorities include:

• Addressing local issues like crime by reducing homelessness, increasing housing, and supporting rehabilitation services.
• Promoting a green economy through investments in green energy, public ownership of energy companies, and enhancing public transport, which will tackle the cost-of-living crisis, reduce bills, and create jobs.
• Strengthening workers’ rights and union power.
• Enhancing community spaces post-pandemic, such as creating hubs for remote workers and improving public services and spaces.

Sam aims to bring a fresh perspective to Parliament, focusing on the needs of Nottingham North and advocating for a shift from the tired politics of Labour and the Conservatives towards more progressive and community-centered policies.

Email Sam at nottingham.north.kimberley@votegreen.uk

Follow Sam on Twitter/X: @spamuel121

Rosemary Palmer, known as Rosey in St Ann’s/Thorneywood, is the Green Party candidate for Nottingham East. She is deeply connected to her local community, having maintained an allotment at the Heritage Gardens of St Ann’s for over 20 years. Her involvement there led to the creation of Gardeners for Health, a movement addressing post-COVID concerns.

Since 2003, Rosey has worked in Health and Social Care in Nottingham, meeting families and helping them with complex and challenging issues. Rosey has deep social connections in the area, being part of the rich community of churches and social centres across Nottingham East. She was a teacher in the UK and the Caribbean and appreciates the value of learning.

Currently volunteering at a charity shop on Mapperley Top, Rosey advocates for high street renovation, having seen our town centres decline under the current government. As a parliamentary candidate, she aims to prioritise green policies, focusing on housing, homelessness, local council funding, safe transport, and opportunities for school-leavers. Rosey plans to use natural resources to promote safety, stability, and environmental productivity.

She supports creating a more equitable society, upholding democratic rights for dignity and self-determination. Rosey will hold major parties accountable, emphasising that poverty is unproductive, profit reinvestment should be equitable, and neglecting the climate crisis is indefensible.

You can read more from Rosemary Palmer here.

Email Rosemary at contact@nottingham.greenparty.org.uk

Dominic Berry is the Green Party candidate for Gedling.

Dominic is a passionate advocate for sustainable and equitable communities, believing that social resilience is key to transforming our society.

He has worked in retail and as a postman and enjoys the everyday face-to-face interactions they provide. Short and regular conversations provide him with insights into the daily challenges of local residents in the current financial climate.

Dominic graduated with a degree in History from the University of Nottingham. He learned about the political impact of social issues and graduated with a desire to make positive change. He is dedicated to understanding and addressing the Gedling community’s unique needs, and if elected will make his home there.

As an active Green Party member, Dominic upholds the values of sustainability, social justice, peace, and democracy. His vision for Gedling includes promoting renewable energy, advocating for affordable housing and healthcare, supporting local businesses, and ensuring transparent and inclusive decision-making.

Join Dominic in building a greener, fairer, and more prosperous Gedling.

Email Dominic at gedling@votegreen.uk

Follow Dominic on Twitter/x: @GPDominicBerry