‘People feel betrayed by Labour’: Bristol’s Green

Anger over Keir Starmer’s shift to the right and Gaza stance could lead to the Green party being elected in Bristol Central

Early June in the bohemian enclave of Montpellier in Bristol, the sun warms the tightly packed terrace houses, delis and cafes. Flashes of Labour red that may once have adorned the windows in previous general elections are now notably absent. In their place are badges of green, displayed with pride.

Enjoying the sun outside the Bristolian cafe on Picton Street is Norhan Nabeeh, 34, a secondary teacher of psychology and religious studies who has always previously voted Labour. She won’t be doing so this year.