@Gregg – I did stand for Parliament a long time ago, but its not likely now. Though my friend is trying hard to persuade me! Running is a much better term for it, given the amount of effort involved.

I must say, this sounds a good deal like a Green Party meeting in the US. I also must say that you, Camden Kiwi, sound as if you should be doing more of this. You seem to understand and enjoy Greens and green politics. Have you stood for office yet as a Green? (Here in the US we “run” for the offices you Brits “stand” for.)