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Greens object to West Street lap dancing club.

18th February, 2013

 Central ward councillor Rob Murphy has objected to the lap dancing application by Steel House in the city centre ward he represents. It will be considered by the Planning Committee … Full Story »

Job Vacancy: Part time Administrative Assistant

15th February, 2013

Sorry, deadline for applications has now been reached. Sheffield & Rotherham Green Party is advertising for a part-time administrative assistant. 10 hours per week; partly home-based; 12-15 months contract, starting … Full Story »

Europe: “the 3 yeses”

11th February, 2013

This article by Steve Barnard was first published in South Yorkshire Politics. The Green Party was quick to respond positively to David Cameron’s largely negative speech on Europe last month. … Full Story »

Greens call to stop Public Transport cuts

5th February, 2013

Sheffield Green Party has called on members of South Yorkshire’s Integrated Transport Authority to reject proposals to remove over £2m from the area’s public transport budget. The Greens say the … Full Story »

Greens call for proper Children’s Services consultation

5th February, 2013

Green Councillor Rob Murphy has called on Sheffield Council to halt their proposed changes to early years services until there has been a proper consultation. He has submitted an amendment … Full Story »

Green Party broadly welcomes Sheffield Fairness Commission report

4th February, 2013

Sheffield Green Party has broadly welcomed the Fairness Commission report  and its recommendations for action. Spokesperson Jason Leman comments : “We can see the need for action in this report. … Full Story »

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 »

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 »