Holborn and St Pancras · number 5 of 15 on the ballot paper

Clare Fischer

Climate Party

Standing for Parliament in Holborn and St Pancras, polling day 8 October 2026. No previous candidacies on Democracy Club’s records.

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In their own wordsI have recently joined the CLIMATE PARTY , whose leader is ED GEMMELL . In particular, the Climate Party is highly motivated to field a candidate for the upcoming Holborn & St Pancras by-election (the seat from which Ke…

I have recently joined the CLIMATE PARTY , whose leader is ED GEMMELL .

In particular, the Climate Party is highly motivated to field a candidate for the upcoming Holborn & St Pancras by-election (the seat from which Keir Starmer recently resigned). It would generate a lot of publicity and give them a platform to debate with and challenge the other parties.

Now, do not LAUGH, but, um – [blush] – I am to be that very candidate… as no-one else is available to do it.

Do not fear for my sanity. I am only a ‘paper candidate’ as I’m too busy to do anything on this other than have my name on the ballot. Others will do all the clever stuff. I will not take part in any of the hustings, indeed not even go to the vote count as Alistair McGowan will be performing at Red Hedgehog on 8 October, when voting takes place. (Of course, either Labour or the Greens will win this seat in any case.)

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MoneyPublished

What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party says its programme is about rebuilding key infrastructure, regaining energy independence, reducing the cost of living and creating new jobs, without giving figures.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

But this is about doing what's right for us: rebuilding our key infrastructure, regaining our energy independence, reducing the cost of living, and rejuvenating our communities through new jobs and opportunities.
Sourced: FAQs
But this is about doing what's right for us: rebuilding our key infrastructure, regaining our energy independence, reducing the cost of living, and rejuvenating our communities through new jobs and opportunities.

FAQs, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/faqs

HousingNothing found

Nothing published that we could source on housing and property. That means nothing found, not nothing to say.

On the map: land for new homes near you

Health and carePublished

What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party says air quality will improve dramatically as petrol and diesel vehicles are phased out, without giving a date or target.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

As petrol and diesel vehicles become a thing of the past, and ecosystem services come to the fore, we will see a dramatic improvement in air quality.
Sourced: Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
As petrol and diesel vehicles become a thing of the past, and ecosystem services come to the fore, we will see a dramatic improvement in air quality.

Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/blueprint-for-a-sustainable-future

EducationPublished

What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party says it would integrate skills for climate change services and ecosystem services into the educational curriculum and offer vocational training programmes focused on clean industries.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

Integrating the new skills required for Climate Change Services and Ecosystem Services into the educational curriculum and offering vocational training programs that focus specifically on clean industries such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and sustainable manufacturing, could have a profound impact on job opportunities and attract investment into education and training services.
Sourced: Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
Integrating the new skills required for Climate Change Services and Ecosystem Services into the educational curriculum and offering vocational training programs that focus specifically on clean industries such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and sustainable manufacturing, could have a profound impact on job opportunities and attract investment into education and training services.

Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/blueprint-for-a-sustainable-future

On the map: schools near you

EnvironmentPublished

What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party pledged a legally binding government target of Net Zero by 2030.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

First, establish a robust government target for achieving Net Zero by 2030, and enshrine it in legislation.
Sourced: Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
First, establish a robust government target for achieving Net Zero by 2030, and enshrine it in legislation.

Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/blueprint-for-a-sustainable-future

Explain this (1 term)
Net Zero
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions to as close to zero as possible, with the small remainder balanced by removals. The UK's target is 2050, in law.

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What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party pledged to restore 30% of nature by 2030 and 50% by 2050, through private investment.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

Climate Party is dedicated to reversing this trend by preserving our natural landscapes and providing new opportunities for private investment to restore 30% of nature by 2030 and 50% by 2050.
Sourced: Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
Climate Party is dedicated to reversing this trend by preserving our natural landscapes and providing new opportunities for private investment to restore 30% of nature by 2030 and 50% by 2050.

Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/blueprint-for-a-sustainable-future

On the map: flood risk near you

TransportPublished

What they say Source: Manifesto

The Climate Party says it would invest in infrastructure for electric vehicles and smart grids, without giving figures.

In their exact words Source: Manifesto

Investment in critical infrastructure upgrades that support electric vehicles and smart grids will not only modernise our cities but also open up new markets for private investment in renewable energy infrastructure, smart city solutions, and associated industries.
Sourced: Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
Investment in critical infrastructure upgrades that support electric vehicles and smart grids will not only modernise our cities but also open up new markets for private investment in renewable energy infrastructure, smart city solutions, and associated industries.

Our Blueprint for a Sustainable Future, Climate Party (party site). Retrieved 24 September 2026. Archived copy. https://theclimate.party/blueprint-for-a-sustainable-future

ImmigrationNothing found

Nothing published that we could source on immigration and borders. That means nothing found, not nothing to say.

Crime and policingNothing found

Nothing published that we could source on crime, policing and justice. That means nothing found, not nothing to say.

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Defence and the EUNothing found

Nothing published that we could source on defence, foreign affairs and the eu. That means nothing found, not nothing to say.

Equality and rightsNothing found

Nothing published that we could source on equality and rights. That means nothing found, not nothing to say.

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