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Natalie Bennett to step down as leader
Lucas tipped to succeed woman who headed ‘Green surge’

NATALIE BENNETT announced yesterday that she will stand down as leader of the Green Party this summer.

The Australian-born ex journalist, who took the post in 2012, said she would not seek a third term in July, when the party is scheduled to hold its biennial leadership election.

Ms Bennett said she intended to remain in full time politics but wanted to “focus a bit more on the issues I’m very passionate about” such as sustainable food production.

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