Local News
16 March 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
Green councillors Joanna Wright and Saskia Heijltjes, along with other Green Party members, joined other volunteers from the community to clear a large amount of litter (29 sacks!) on Saturday for the ‘Great Avon Litter Pick’. Well done to all!
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14 March 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
The Chair, Councillor Sarah Moore, on behalf of all the Group Leaders, made the following statement at full council on 14th March. “We would like to express deep sympathy for all those affected by the conflict in Palestine and Israel. To those in the Bath and North East Somerset area who have been affected by […]
8 March 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
Bath & North East Somerset Council has taken the next steps on a £1.5million project to improve walking, wheeling and cycling options in Midsomer Norton and Westfield. The Midsomer Norton & Westfield Walking, Wheeling & Cycling Links (WWCL) scheme aims to improve travel choices by providing safer and more connected active travel routes, reducing traffic […]
7 March 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
In November 2023, the Green Group proposed a motion to B&NES council to support those affected by the Israel-Palestine conflict. Despite Green Group Leader, Councillor Wright’s efforts, political groups in the council did not support the proposed cross-party motion. Due to concerns raised by local residents about the conflict’s continuing impact, the Green Group planned […]
6 March 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
Bath and North East Somerset Council Full Council meeting -Thursday 14th March 2024 Cllr. Joanna Wright – Motion on Peace To be proposed by the Green Group Council Notes: Given that the Red Sea serves as a critical maritime corridor for global trade, connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa, any disruption in this region can have […]
22 February 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
A series of short films celebrating Ukrainian guests who have made their home with host families in Bath and North East Somerset has been launched today to highlight the second anniversary of the Ukraine war. Bath & North East Somerset Council has also lit up Pulteney Bridge in Bath as part of a national campaign […]
21 February 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
On Tuesday, the Green Group had the opportunity to speak at the full council meeting for the first time about the Budget decisions made by the Liberal Democrats. Councillor Joanna Wright, the leader of the Green Group, used her statement to point out that despite the council’s claims of supporting the community, many people in […]
12 February 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
Options for how we address our future development needs, such as where to deliver new homes and jobs across Bath and North East Somerset and what policies we need for addressing the climate and ecological emergencies are currently being consulted on. Residents and businesses can have their say during the eight-week consultation on the Local […]
9 February 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
B&NES Green Group expresses disappointment in the recent Labour-led call-in regarding the Southlands Liveable Neighbourhood (LN) Scheme. The call-in, aimed at challenging the decision to make the experimental traffic regulation permanent, undermines critical efforts to address the climate emergency and promote sustainability in the region. The Southlands LN Scheme is aligned with the core policies […]
26 January 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
Councillor Joanna Wright, the leader of the Green Group, has issued a compelling statement at the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) meeting, addressing the concerning issue of unfair train fares for 18-year-olds in education. Cllr Wright emphasised the importance of ensuring fair access to transportation for all residents, particularly young adults pursuing education in […]
