Posts Tagged ‘referendum’

Debate about the EU can easily disappoint those wanting balanced information and thoughtful arguments, so it makes sense for political parties to be clear about where they stand and why. … Full Story »

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 »

At the November 4th meeting of Sheffield City Council, Labour and LibDem councillors refused to support Green calls for a referendum on proposals to impose a Mayor on the Sheffield … Full Story »

Green councillors have proposed a motion for the November 4th meeting of Sheffield City Council objecting to the imposition of an elected mayor for the Sheffield City Region.  The motion … Full Story »

Dear Editor Communities Minister Greg Clark says “there is absolutely no forcing” on devolution and imposing an elected mayor. But, in his interview with the Star (July 11th), he keeps … Full Story »

Dear Sir I welcome the debate about holding a referendum on raising council tax. Kenneth Bowler (Telegraph 12/2/14) dismisses the idea and says we should trust a future Labour government … Full Story »

Sunday – Met with Somali women (mostly from the Places for People estate in Broomhall) to hear about local issues. The main thing is still their cold, draughty houses and … Full Story »

Sheffield Green Party has decided to table a Council budget amendment to provide clear alternatives to likely Labour budget proposals for 2014/15. Labour’s firm proposals are not expected until January … Full Story »

David Cameron has published legislation on an EU referendum because of agitation by his own backbenchers. Ultimately, it is right to give people a say on the UK remaining in … Full Story »

Brian Webster, Green Party candidate in the Fulwood by election said “At the Council Budget meeting in March, Green Party councillors proposed a small increase in council tax (48p per … Full Story »