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700 votes.
6 new Green councillors.
32% of the city-wide vote.
No overall majority in Exeter.

We didn’t win Exwick this time…but after only two months of campaigning, around seven hours a week, and improving from fewer than 200 Green votes previously to 700 now, I feel far more hopeful than defeated.

Mostly, I feel grateful.

Grateful to everyone who trusted me, volunteered for me, encouraged me, and reminded me how kind, thoughtful and community-minded Exeter really is.

This campaign has genuinely changed me. It reminded me that politics is not reserved for people with endless money, endless free time, or perfect lives. Ordinary people really can shape the future of their city when they decide to try.

And we are only just getting started 💚

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There will be no harder working party for Exeter than @exetergreens and there will be no harder working councillor for Exwick than me! #votegreen to have your council run by people who care so deeply about place people and planet that they have spent 5 decades pursing service through compassionate politics. #exeter #greenparty
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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It has been a brilliant weekend of canvassing for Exwick for @exetergreens! In between running my third fastest #parkrun , enjoying an insane wild garlic bun from @sidwellstreetbakehouse , a coffee or two at @boatyardbakery and a gorgeous new gift for a dear friend from #tappermade and generally soaking up the good energy of a sunny day in the city of Exeter.
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What’s clear to me is how precious life in Exeter is and how important it is to protect it and make it even better for all. A green council will do this by supporting small business to create a resilient local economy, protecting green spaces, investing in climate adaptation, protecting council assets and do so whilst actively seeking community engagement and leadership through citizens assembly.
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We’re hoping to visit every door in Exwick before the vote, if I haven’t been to your home yet please send me a message and let me know and I will pop by this week!
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#greenparty #greenerfairerfuture for all
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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Canvassing has started, 99% of the people I meet on the door step want the same thing. Community, fair treatment, safe environments, and to hope for a better future. They feel that this is best done together. The 1% they want the same thing, but they have been fed a lie that they can’t have it because of the dangerous and scary ‘other’ (often a poor and desperate migrant) (not unlike myself once upon a time). If i’m elected I am going to hold clinics dedicated to bringing the 1% into the fold of the 99%, dismantling that fear, and showing that we are all far more alike than we are different.
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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✨🎟️ COMPETITION TIME 🎟️✨

We're giving away 2 FREE tickets to Dance Against Racism on Saturday 25 April at Exeter Library 💃🏽🕺🏾

Want to win? It's easy...

👀 Tell us where you've spotted our posters around Exeter
💡 And let us know where else you'd love to see them pop up!

Every comment = an entry 🌟

📅 Winner announced Weds 22 April

Let's spread the word, celebrate community, and dance together ✨

#Exeter #DanceAgainstRacism #Community #WinTickets #WhatsOnExeter

Competition Terms & Conditions
– Open to UK residents aged 18+
– Competition closes on Monday 20 April at midday
– One winner will be selected at random
– Winner will be contacted via DM
– If the winner does not respond within 2 days, a new winner may be selected
– No cash alternative available
– This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram/Facebook

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Image 1 circa 2017 with @nataliebennettgreen former leader of the Green Party being one of our very first customers at @wowsancho and Image 2 today, kicking off my first day of canvassing in Exwick Exeter where I am running for city council!
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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Exwick friends (and Exeter friends more broadly!) 💚

This one really matters.

Right now, Exwick is represented by a Reform councillor. In May, this seat is likely to be a straight choice between Green and Reform, and that means what we do over the next few weeks genuinely counts.

If you’ve ever thought about getting a bit more involved locally, this is the moment.

Campaigns like this are won by people. By conversations on doorsteps, leaflets through doors, small acts of support that build into something much bigger. And there’s a place for everyone, whether you’ve done this before or not.

If you care about a greener, fairer Exeter, about community, inclusion, and the kind of city we want to live in, now is the time to step in rather than look back later and wish we had.

If you’d like to help, even in a small way, send me a DM. I’d love to have you involved 💚
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#Exwick
#Exeter
#ExeterElections
#LocalElections2026
#VoteGreen
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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Friends! I’m really excited (and yes, a little bit nervous!) to share that I’ll be standing as the Green candidate for Exwick, Exeter in the May 2026 city council elections 💚

I’m running because I believe deeply in what the Exeter Green Party is working towards: a greener, fairer, more connected city. And also because I recognise that the opportunities and privileges I’ve had mean I can, and should, step forward and play a more active role in supporting my local community here in Exwick.

I love this city. From my daily walks along the quayside on the way to work, to my time at Exeter Uni, to the years I spent running a shop on Fore Street, it’s a place full of people I admire, care about, and feel genuinely lucky to know. There’s so much potential here: in green energy, community action, housing, health and wellbeing, and the arts. And while we’re not there yet, I can feel the energy and appetite in Exeter to make it happen.

As we head towards May, I hope more of us feel encouraged to get involved, whether that’s voting, having conversations, or just taking a bit more interest in what’s happening locally.

I’ll be honest, I am also concerned about the rise of more divisive, far right politics nationally. It doesn’t reflect the communities I know. I see kindness, good intentions, and a genuine willingness to support one another, and I think that’s something worth standing up for and protecting.

If you’d like to get involved:
• Vote Green in May
• Join the Green Party
• Volunteer locally (feel free to DM me, I’d love to chat!)

And, more broadly, just keep showing up in the world with care and intention. It really does make a difference. 💚 #bethechange #greenparty #exeter #localelections #devon
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Exwick Green Candidate
Promoted by TJ Milburn, on behalf of Kalkidan Legesse and Exeter Green Party, c/o 4 Fountain House, Western Way, Exeter EX12DE

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@diana_exeter has been building outward for as long as I have known her. Where many of us have been looking inward, she has been creating space, strengthening community, and holding a steady light.

I have so much love for you Diana! I’m grateful for your gift to this city. And to you @sandhyadave23 for hosting Dance Against Racism at @exeterphoenix to create a much needed space for expression and connection in this city and beyond!

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It's been a privilege having my spoons displayed in the boatyard studio alongside several other very talented artists.

We are open for one more Saturday (20th December 10am-4pm) before packing down for 2025.

Thank you to everyone who has popped into visit or bought something from us. I hope you all have a very merry Christmas!

#bushcraft #woodcarving #woodenspoon #woodenspooncarving #woodwork #naturalcraft #craft #carving #handcarved #handmade #greenwoodworking #spooncarver #woodworking #woodcraft #greenwoodcarving #whittling #greenwood #handcrafted #spooncarving #greenwoodcraft #woodenspoons #carvedbyhand #axeandknife #traditionalcraft #traditionalcrafts

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Some twinkly new miniatures for the season…
The Boatyard is open this Saturday… and Sunday for a special treat! #riverexe #quaycollective #paintings #exetercanal

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