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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 […]
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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 […]
25 January 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
At the Corporate Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel held on 16th January, Sam Ross, the Green Party Councillor for Clutton and Farmborough, issued an important statement regarding the Somer Valley Enterprise Zone (SVEZ). Councillor Ross highlighted significant concerns about the environmental impact, traffic congestion, and the potential adverse effects on local communities. In the face […]
Green Councillor Joanna Wright’s open letter to the local press: I am writing to express mine and the local Green Group’s opposition to the proposed budget cuts of £802k to children and adult services by B&NES council affecting the most vulnerable in our community. This is not only of green concern, but also the view […]
Martin Dimery, the Green Party’s Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for the new Frome and East Somerset constituency, is standing down from his role as leader of the Green Party group on Somerset Council in order to focus on the coming General Election campaign. He will remain on the council, however. Councillor Dave Mansell has been selected […]
12 January 2024 / 16 July 2024 by dominictristram
In a compelling address to the Climate Emergency and Sustainability Policy Development Panel this morning, Green Group Councillor Saskia Heijltjes underscored concerns regarding the Liveable Neighbourhoods programme, emphasising the imperative for heightened proactivity, transparency, and accountability in decision-making processes. Councillor Heijltjes articulated valid concerns about individual Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders being designated as single-member decisions, […]