Leeds councillor who tried to break up riots enters Green deputy leader race
Mothin Ali could become the only Muslim serving as leader or deputy leader of a major party in England and Wales
Hyphen -Aisha Rimi
According to Hyphen Online (Aisha Rimi, 4 June 2025), Mothin Ali is standing for Deputy Leader of the Green Party, aiming to broaden its appeal beyond a “southern‑focused, middle‑class” base. His campaign emphasises a northern, working‑class voice in climate and anti‑austerity politics—forging stronger connections on the doorstep. If elected, he would be the only Muslim to hold leadership in a major UK party.
