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Help us win more seats this May. Support our Crowdfunder Appeal.

2nd March, 2016

Dear friends, Today we’re asking you for a donation that will make it possible for us to spread our message to voters across Sheffield. £1000 will pay for the print of newsletters to … Full Story »

Green budget proposals add up

29th February, 2016

In 2014, Green Party councillors made a fully-costed budget proposal to invest in solar panels on council housing. It would create jobs in the renewable energy sector, reduce fuel bills … Full Story »

£9.2 million council cuts due to major contracts

29th February, 2016

Sheffield Green Party has called for a stop to outsourcing and greater scrutiny of major contracts after it was announced in the Council’s budget that an extra £9.2 million of … Full Story »

We need to stay in to reform the EU

29th February, 2016

On June 23 every one of us has an equal vote in the referendum, and an equal chance to have a say in the future of our country. The Green … Full Story »

Canvassers show their love for the Green Party on Valentine’s Day.

15th February, 2016

There was a fantastic turnout on Sunday, 14th February, for the Green Party City Ward door knocking in Kelham Island. A huge thanks to the 19 people who turned up … Full Story »

Lib Dems negotiated the Amey tree contract.

3rd February, 2016

Councillor Otten rightly calls for Sheffield City Council to “restore faith by taking responsibility” and bring about a “moratorium on tree felling until a citywide tree strategy is in place”, … Full Story »

Don’t blame the bus drivers!

3rd February, 2016

Drivers have again been getting earache from passengers as buses run late in Sheffield due to roadworks. But they don’t make any of the decisions that delay passengers. When a … Full Story »

How to stop the lights going out.

1st February, 2016

Within the past few days concerns have been raised about whether we have enough electricity generating capacity to keep the lights on over the next decade. The Institution of Mechanical … Full Story »

Devolution deal not good for Sheffield region. Consultation response.

18th January, 2016

Sheffield Green Party does not believe that the proposed devolution deal is a good deal for the people of the Sheffield City Region.  Given that the details of the powers … Full Story »

The case against HS2

17th January, 2016

There has been a debate recently about whether the HS2 station should be built in Sheffield or Meadowhall. I believe that the majority of the population are not in favour … Full Story »