News
12th May 2020 / 12th May 2020 by greengroup
New guidance issued on pupils return to school is “reckless and dangerous”, Greens have said today Green Councillors have raised alarm at newly-released Government guidance on reopening schools to more pupils. The guidance, released yesterday, states that schools must reduce class sizes, clean more thoroughly and informs staff that PPE is not necessary. It also […]
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11th May 2020 / 11th May 2020 by greengroup
Confusing message from Prime Minister could lead to lives lost Green Convenor Councillor Phélim Mac Cafferty, in reaction to the speech from Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has commented: “Last night, in a garbled recorded message, the Prime Minister said ‘Those in construction or manufacturing, should be actively encouraged to go to work…’ “Greens are clear […]
7th May 2020 / 9th May 2020 by greengroup
Greens welcome cycle lane expansion and call for city-wide changes to support ‘social distancing’, as well as road safety and emissions reduction, following potential Government announcement on relaxed lockdown Concerns were that proposed easing of lockdown restrictions could increase car traffic and make it harder for residents to stay 2m apart. Traffic restrictions and measures […]
Concerns rise for those on zero hours contracts, low pay or insecure employment as workers continue to speak out. Greens say gaps in government plan to help employees mean city’s businesses and workers will need continued support to face covid-19 hit. The impact of coronavirus measures on businesses and employees in the city will leave […]
Greens say planned changes to fire service are ‘deeply worrying,’ and criticise decision to pursue consultation in midst of lockdown Brighton and Hove Green Councillors are speaking out over a decision to press ahead with a consultation about changes to the East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, calling for better scrutiny of ‘alarming’ plans to […]
1st May 2020 / 1st May 2020 by greengroup
Call for council to revise transport spending plans in light of pandemic changes and closure of Madeira Drive Greens have urged the Labour Council to revise their spending plans for transport and roads, arguing that further measures to support residents, such as widening pavements and new cycle lanes, can be introduced and continued even after […]
Greens have raised concerns about City Council plans to put on hold a large number of climate related projects A green amendment at yesterday’s Policy & Resources Committee which sought to continue projects that help progress the council’s aim to be carbon neutral by 2030 was rejected by Labour and Conservative Councillors. The amendment to […]
30th April 2020 / 30th April 2020 by greengroup
Residents battling covid19 deserve clean air, say Greens, citing links between covid19 mortality rate and air pollution Greens have called for stronger action to be taken to lower air pollution in the city amid the covid19 pandemic, including a plea for the Labour Council to swiftly reopen the household waste and recycling sites to prevent […]
Councillors Blog
17th April 2020 / 17th April 2020 by greengroup
In his fortnightly column, Cllr Phélim Mac Cafferty, Convenor of the Green Group of Councillors, writes on the need to support our NHS now more than ever. At the time of writing 60 health and social care workers around the country have died from the pandemic. Over the weekend the Prime Minister expressed platitudes about […]
3rd April 2020 / 3rd April 2020 by greengroup
In his fortnightly column, Cllr Phélim Mac Cafferty, Convenor of the Green Group of Councillors, writes on the questions green councillors are continuing to ask. A fortnight ago I wrote about the pandemic seeing the city’s biggest force for good – and communities have sprung into action across our city with an outstanding, heart-warming effort. […]
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31st March 2020 / 3rd April 2020 by greengroup
Clarity needed for city on personal protective equipment, support for care homes, ventilators and testing, say Greens Detail on personal protective equipment (PPE), ventilators, testing and care for our most vulnerable will be critical to the city’s response to coronavirus (Covid-19), Greens have said today, sharing a list of questions raised with the Director of Public Health. […]
21st March 2020 / 3rd April 2020 by greengroup
Dear residents, Covid-19 is causing a lot of anxiety, especially for older residents and those with underlying conditions, many of whom we have been in touch with already. Locally, Green Councillors are working cross-party to support the council’s response to the pandemic: now more than ever, we repeat our commitment to the values of mutual […]
5th March 2020 / 9th March 2020 by greengroup
Concerns over effect of short-term holiday lets on housing supply and local communities must be addressed Greens have called on the council to set up a dedicated service to respond to resident complaints about short-term holiday lets, urging the council to lobby for more government powers to tackle problem properties. A report going to a […]
27th February 2020 / 28th February 2020 by greengroup
Greens secure support for a ‘Green New Deal’ plan to support communities, environment and reduce poverty The city council will invest a further £11m to tackle climate change, the housing crisis and prevent cuts – thanks to Green changes to the city’s budget agreed today. With just 10 years left to avert climate chaos, Greens […]
25th February 2020 / 25th February 2020 by greengroup
The Labour Council’s budget plans must do more to reflect scale of challenges ahead, say Greens.
13th February 2020 / 14th February 2020 by greengroup
A Green amendment at a Council Committee today asks for the underused ‘Winter Maintenance Reserve’ to fund more Housing First Placements for homeless people Greens have proposed more support for the city’s homeless today at the council’s Policy and Resources Committee. Ahead of the final decision on the City’s budget for 2020/2021 in two weeks’ […]
11th February 2020 / 11th February 2020 by greengroup
Changes to the council’s budget will not alleviate the concerns of community groups affected by cuts, Greens have said today. A report on the city council’s budget going to a council committee this week, reveals that the Labour Council has agreed to reduce the impact of some controversial cuts, including to domestic violence services. However, […]
3rd February 2020 / 3rd February 2020 by greengroup
Councillor Hannah Clare, Green opposition spokesperson for Children, Young People and Skills, commented: “News that a further OFSTED inspection will take place at Moulsecoomb Primary school is yet another example of the strength and determination of the parent-led, anti-academy campaign – which is pushing for Moulsecoomb Primary to gain the recognition it deserves. Greens have […]
29th January 2020 / 30th January 2020 by greengroup
Offers of help from councils have been ignored, say Greens, as Conservative government votes down family reunification proposals Greens and local refugee organisations have condemned the Conservative government for voting against legislation designed to ensure that children fleeing war and persecution can reunite with family members in the UK. Conservative MPs overturned a proposed change […]
28th January 2020 / 30th January 2020 by greengroup
Call on Labour Council to do more to protect vulnerable people in the city as council budget decisions near Green Councillors have responded to information on how the council’s budget will be spent this year, raising concerns about proposed cuts, including to domestic and sexual violence services in the city. Councillors will meet at the […]
24th January 2020 / 14th February 2020 by greengroup
Greens say proposal for decades-long lease of Hollingbury site should have come back for review Labour and Conservative Councillors have signed a decades-long contract for Hollingbury golf course, despite a Green appeal for further consultation to take place on the long term future of the site. Labour and Conservative councillors agreed to lease the Hollingbury […]
21st January 2020 / 14th February 2020 by greengroup
Brighton and Hove could follow other cities creating ‘car free’ spaces Green Councillors have called on the Labour Council in Brighton and Hove to take inspiration from other parts of the UK and bring forward a report on ‘car free’ options for the city centre. Other cities such as York, Edinburgh and Birmingham have recently […]
20th December 2019 / 20th December 2019 by greengroup
Learning from Cambridge ‘crackdown’ can prevent worst offenders Problem ‘party houses,’ used by visitors for events could be tackled using planning law, Greens have said, calling for greater government powers to handle the rise in short-term holiday lets. Greens say that a growing number of complaints from residents show that short-term holiday lets are becoming […]
18th December 2019 / 18th December 2019 by greengroup
Greens question lack of transparency over issues with industrial relations and demand independent oversight Greens have repeated their call on the Labour Council to immediately involve external organisations in resolving the CityClean dispute after the press and public were excluded from a key meeting. A meeting of Policy and Resources Committee (Thursday, 5th December) included […]
