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Zack Polanski

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Zack Polanski (born David Paulden; 2 November 1982) is a British politician who has been the leader of the Green Party of England and Wales since September 2025 and a member of the London Assembly (AM) since May 2021. Before being elected leader, Polanski was previously the deputy leader of the Greens from 2022 to 2025. Born and raised in Salford, Greater Manchester, Polanski studied drama at Aberystwyth University from 2003 to 2006 and attended a drama school in Atlanta, Georgia in the United States. He has worked as an actor, school activity provider and hypnotherapist. Polanski joined the Liberal Democrats in 2015, and stood as a candidate for the St Pancras and Somers Town by-election to Camden London Borough Council that year. In the 2016 London Assembly election, he stood for the Barnet and Camden constituency. Polanski joined the Greens in 2017, and stood as the Green candidate for the Lancaster Gate by-election to Westminster City Council in November 2018. In 2019, he stood for the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. In 2021, Polanski was elected a Member of the London Assembly. He also stood for the West Central constituency, and the Churchill by-election to Westminster City Council. In 2022, Polanski was elected deputy leader of the Greens. This preceded his re-election to the London Assembly in 2024. In 2025, Polanski was elected his party's leader, succeeding the joint leaders Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay. During his leadership, the Greens have made significant gains, including Hannah Spencer's victory in the 2026 Gorton and Denton by-election, shortly after which the party membership exceeded 220,000—a threefold increase since the start of his term. Polanski has discussed his intention to run for MP in a seat in North London in the next general election. Polanski describes his political views as eco-populist, linking issues such as high costs of living with climate change, and supporting a wealth tax in an effort to reduce wealth inequality.

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  1. 1982
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My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths - The Telegraph My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths  The Telegraph

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Zack Polanski being ‘formally investigated’ after failing to pay THOUSANDS in council tax over three years ZACK Polanski is being “formally investigated” after he failed to pay council tax for a narrowboat he was living on. Waltham Forest council says it is trying to “establish the ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Green leader Zack Polanski faces investigation over London houseboat council tax Zack Polanski has come under pressure this week to explain whether the houseboat, moored at Springfield Marina in east London, had been his primary residence for three years ...

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Zack Polanski denies Israel has a 'right to exist' - MSN Zack Polanski denies Israel has a 'right to exist'  MSN

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My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths People criticise me for exaggerating my achievements but, whether I was managing Cher or designing tartan paint, I’ve always had integrity ...

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My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths People criticise me for exaggerating my achievements but, whether I was managing Cher or designing tartan paint, I’ve always had integrity ...

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My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths People criticise me for exaggerating my achievements but, whether I was managing Cher or designing tartan paint, I’ve always had integrity ...

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My name is currently Zack Polanski and it’s time the world knows all of my truths People criticise me for exaggerating my achievements but, whether I was managing Cher or designing tartan paint, I’ve always had integrity ...

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski demanded Farage quit over tax - now he faces calls for police probe Zack Polanski is now facing calls for a Scotland Yard investigation after admitting he failed to pay council tax on his houseboat.

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Zack Polanski was far too slow to admit to his unpaid council tax - The Times Zack Polanski was far too slow to admit to his unpaid council tax  The Times

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Zack Polanski denies Israel has a 'right to exist' - MSN Zack Polanski denies Israel has a 'right to exist'  MSN

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Labour calls for Polanski to face investigation over council tax claims - The Independent Labour calls for Polanski to face investigation over council tax claims  The Independent

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Where Do Zack Polanski And His Partner Live? The Houseboat Drama Explained - Grazia Daily UK Where Do Zack Polanski And His Partner Live? The Houseboat Drama Explained  Grazia Daily UK

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Labour demands probe into Zack Polanski after Green Party leader admits he may owe council tax - The Independent Labour demands probe into Zack Polanski after Green Party leader admits he may owe council tax  The Independent

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London local elections 2026: Labour 'under siege' from Zack Polanski Greens but stays biggest party - new poll - AOL.com London local elections 2026: Labour 'under siege' from Zack Polanski Greens but stays biggest party - new poll  AOL.com

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Zack Polanski’s council tax blunder shows he isn’t fit to lead the Greens - The Spectator Zack Polanski’s council tax blunder shows he isn’t fit to lead the Greens  The Spectator

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'Hypocrite' Green Zack Polanski under fire for not paying houseboat council tax - MSN 'Hypocrite' Green Zack Polanski under fire for not paying houseboat council tax  MSN

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Zack Polanski’s council tax blunder shows he isn’t fit to lead the Greens Polanski is yet one more example of what might be called Rayner’s Law: that those who are keenest on taxing others are the least keen on paying tax themselves. If you think you are personally immune ...

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Zack Polanski’s council tax blunder shows he isn’t fit to lead the Greens Polanski is yet one more example of what might be called Rayner’s Law: that those who are keenest on taxing others are the least keen on paying tax themselves. If you think you are personally immune ...

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Zack Polanski’s council tax blunder shows he isn’t fit to lead the Greens Polanski is yet one more example of what might be called Rayner’s Law: that those who are keenest on taxing others are the least keen on paying tax themselves. If you think you are personally immune ...