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Residents of Piddington, Oxfordshire, voted 285 to 26 in a symbolic referendum to leave the UK, protesting plans to house up to 1,256 male asylum seekers nearby. The non-binding poll saw 312 votes cast on Tuesday.
🐿️ A village of 312 voters just told Westminster to stuff it, but this acorn won't roll far—the referendum is purely symbolic and won't stop the housing plan.
Deputy leader Mothin Ali is linked to two rental properties through his company, though he does not appear to profit from them. Meanwhile, leader Zack Polanski is standing in a by-election for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's parliamentary seat.
🐿️ Even anti-landlord Greens can't escape the housing market, but Ali's non-profit arrangement softens the blow; Polanski's by-election bid is a bold gamble to challenge Labour on its home turf.
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook said the change was "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes". Further reported details are emerging from follow-up coverage.
🐿️ This centralizes planning authority in mayors, which could speed up housing delivery but risks overriding local democratic input and community concerns.
