Change for Plymouth

25/06/2024

About bloody time!!

JULIAN ASSANGE IS FREE

Julian Assange is free. He left Belmarsh maximum security prison on the morning of 24 June, after having spent 1901 days there. He was granted bail by the High Court in London and was released at Stansted airport during the afternoon, where he boarded a plane and departed the UK.

This is the result of a global campaign that spanned grass-roots organisers, press freedom campaigners, legislators and leaders from across the political spectrum, all the way to the United Nations. This created the space for a long period of negotiations with the US Department of Justice, leading to a deal that has not yet been formally finalised. We will provide more information as soon as possible.

After more than five years in a 2x3 metre cell, isolated 23 hours a day, he will soon reunite with his wife Stella Assange, and their children, who have only known their father from behind bars.

WikiLeaks published groundbreaking stories of government corruption and human rights abuses, holding the powerful accountable for their actions. As editor-in-chief, Julian paid severely for these principles, and for the people's right to know.

As he returns to Australia, we thank all who stood by us, fought for us, and remained utterly committed in the fight for his freedom.

Julian's freedom is our freedom.

[More details to follow]

28/03/2024

Thanks to all the councillors, candidates and wider community that joined us for our 'No Party, Party' conversation around independent politics... the event was a welcoming space in exploring what supporting community leaders need to 'go it alone' and independently represent their communities. Thanks to Cafe Momus for hosting us too! We'll take the feedback from the night and update on what's next!

Independent Councillor Chaz Singh Emily for Southway Ward Cllr Stephen Hulme working hard for Ham Ward

06/03/2024

It's time for a new way of getting things done in our communities.

27/11/2023

We’re gearing up to grow our work, here’s some food for thought in exploring politics for all;

Building political systems that work, and are robust in the face of today's challenges.

06/06/2023

Dean on the Hoe for the weekend community bike ride Dean Bowles for St Peter and the Waterfront let’s change Plymouth into a cycling friendly city!!

05/05/2023

Plymouth City Council has a new Labour administration following yesterday's local elections. Labour now hold 31 seats, with 18 Conservative, five independent and two green. There is also one vacancy. Full results here: https://plymouth.gov.uk/results

05/05/2023

A THANK YOU to everyone that supported Change for Plymouth this election and to those that voted for our two candidates; Emily Quick and Dean Bowles. Also a big thank you to everyone that works and volunteers behind the scenes to ensure that our local elections run smooth! 🙏 Plymouth City Council

05/05/2023

Great to see so many candidates step-up for St Peter and the Waterfront this year! Thanks to everyone that supported Dean Bowles who really enjoyed walking the ward and meeting locals. Congratulations to Chris Penberthy who held his seat and will continue to work to make the neighbourhood an amazing place! Dean Bowles for St Peter and the Waterfront

05/05/2023

Thanks everyone that supported our candidate Emily Quick, who has really loved meeting residents during the election campaign. Congratulations to Mark Lowry who was elected to serve Southway and work to make the neighbourhood a great place to live, good luck! 🙏 Emily for Southway Ward