Sabine Mairey

Sabine Mairey, a Green council candidate in Lambeth, south London, was arrested by the Metropolitan police on allegations of antisemitic social media posts. Despite her arrest, Mairey was subsequently seen canvassing alongside other party members. This incident has drawn criticism, with the Labour party suggesting it indicates a lack of seriousness in addressing antisemitism within the Green party. The situation arises in the context of calls from former Green leader Caroline Lucas for the party to take immediate action against candidates making antisemitic comments or posts, particularly with elections approaching. Mairey's case is one of several instances that have brought the issue of antisemitism within the Green party to public attention, highlighting ongoing concerns about the party's handling of such allegations.