Zack Polanski did not vote in local elections, Green Party says
Summary
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party, did not vote in the recent London local elections because he did not update his address in time after moving to rented accommodation. The party said he faced safety risks and abuse, which complicated registering to vote anonymously. Additionally, there are questions about whether Polanski paid council tax while living on a houseboat.Key Facts
- Zack Polanski did not vote in the recent London local elections.
- He moved as a lodger in rented accommodation but did not update his address on the electoral register in time.
- The Green Party said Polanski faced safety risks, including antisemitic and homophobic abuse.
- Two arrests were made related to abuse against Polanski.
- Polanski may have used a postal vote, but the party later said this was a miscommunication.
- The Green Party admitted Polanski might have failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat.
- Polanski said he believed mooring fees included council tax and is checking with the council to clarify.
- Waltham Forest Council is reviewing the tax situation for the houseboat, as rules are complex.
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