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Archive for January, 2013

Better local transport, not HS2

31st January, 2013

Dear Editor Paul Blomfield MP is not representing the views of his constituents when he campaigns for the new High Speed trains to be routed through the middle of Sheffield. … Full Story »

Councillor Creasy reflects on the differences Green Party Councillors have made to Housing in Central Ward.

27th January, 2013

Weather-proof housing in Sheffield The two (formerly three) Green Councillors in Sheffield represent Central ward which includes two big council estates consisting of tower blocks and maisonettes. From around 2004, … Full Story »

Greens comment on Labour’s “Fair Deal”

25th January, 2013

  Sheffield Green Party has actively supported a range of campaigns over the last two years aimed at fighting the cuts, including Sheffield Save our NHS and saving Early Years … Full Story »

A memory, A monologue, A rant and a Prayer

24th January, 2013

A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant, And A Prayer: Writing to Stop Violence Against Women and Girls is a ground-breaking collection of monologues by world-renowned authors and playwrights, edited by … Full Story »

Greens oppose Labour changes to council tax benefit scheme

23rd January, 2013

Sheffield Greens have opposed changes to the council tax benefit scheme which were brought to full council today. It will cap Council Tax Support (CTS) at 77% for working age … Full Story »

Save Highfield Adventure Playground

22nd January, 2013

The Friends of Highfield Adventure Playground need your help. Please support their campaign by signing the petition and liking the Facebook page.  Activity Sheffield are proposing to withdraw staff from … Full Story »

No need for a Deputy Police Commissioner

22nd January, 2013

Police and Crime Commissioners are not wanted or needed – the election turnout showed that. Shaun Wright, Commissioner for South Yorkshire, now wants to appoint a deputy on a salary … Full Story »

Save Early Years Services Demo

19th January, 2013

Hundreds of parents and children braved the cold to demonstrate against the Council’s decision to cut Sheffield’s Early Years Services.  Green Councillor Rob Murphy joined the speakers against the cuts. … Full Story »

Demo opposing masive cuts to Childrens Services

18th January, 2013

Sheffield Green Party will be supporting the demonstration and march tomorrow against proposed cuts to Children’s Services in Sheffield from 11am. The following comment is submitted by Spokesperson, Douglas Johnson :  … Full Story »

Real clothes for the Emperor: Facing the challenges of climate change

14th January, 2013

Peter Garbutt writes: We’re all aware that climate change is happening. Whether it’s our wet summers ruining our holidays, and worse, our crops, sending food prices soaring; or events further … Full Story »