Renato Marques and Geoff Shanks selected as Green Party candidates for Westbourne & Poets’ Corner Ward in May 2023 local elections 15th February 2023 / 15th February 2023 by greengroup Brighton and Hove Green Party has selected Renato Marques and Geoff Shanks as candidates for Westbourne & Poets’ Corner Ward in the upcoming local council elections in May 2023. Renato is a NHS Key worker and an EU citizen. He has been active in local politics and community campaigns since moving to the city in […] Read more »
Chloë Goldsmith and Ricky Perrin selected as Green Party candidates for Regency ward in May 2023 local elections 14th February 2023 / 29th March 2023 by greengroup Brighton and Hove Green Party has selected documentary editor Chloë Goldsmith and accessibility consultant Ricky Perrin as candidates for Regency ward in the upcoming local council elections in May 2023. On her selection, Chloë Goldsmith said: “I’m honoured to be standing as one of the Green Party candidates for Regency and hope to build on […] Read more »
Council budget passes next hurdle as Greens vote to protect marginalised communities from “no-win” budget 13th February 2023 / 13th February 2023 by greengroup Budget council (23rd Feb) still means Tory cuts and tough days ahead The annual budget proposed by the Green-led council was yesterday passed through the Policy and Resources Committee. It came with a firm warning from councillors of the impacts of compounding crises – the cost-of-living crisis, increasing demand on services, inflation, war, Brexit, and […] Read more »
Green Party candidates selected for Patcham & Hollingbury ward in May 2023 local elections 9th February 2023 / 9th February 2023 by greengroup Sophie Broadbent, Norma Fletcher and Daniel Rue selected as Green Party candidates for Patcham & Hollingbury ward in May 2023 local elections Brighton and Hove Green Party has selected Sophie Broadbent, Norma Fletcher and Daniel Rue as its three candidates for Hollingbury & Patcham ward in the upcoming local council elections in May 2023. Sophie […] Read more »
Greens back residents in fight for public toilet access, keeping facilities open and proposing long-term solutions 2nd February 2023 / 2nd February 2023 by greengroup Following extensive consultation across the city, Greens confirm that public toilets will stay open, with plans to open more facilities to the public and demand the government recognise toilet access as a legal right Brighton & Hove City Council is current undergoing its annual budget process, and Greens have stressed how the dire economic context […] Read more »
Greens stand up for city residents, in a budget rigged by Tory-imposed cuts and economic crises 1st February 2023 / 1st February 2023 by greengroup Greens propose a budget that protects Brighton and Hove residents, but warn that the painful impact of the Tories’ economic crisis will continue to be felt The city council budget for the upcoming financial year has today been published, after months of tough deliberations. It comes with a firm warning that the combination of the […] Read more »
Green councillors ask for greater information on Voter ID ahead of local elections in May 1st February 2023 / 1st February 2023 by greengroup As the Tory Government bring in new restrictions on voting, Green Councillors in Brighton & Hove join with experts and campaigners in opposing the Government’s draconian measures The Government has determined that local elections held this May will require voters to bring ID in order to be eligible to vote. This unprecedented decision is strongly […] Read more »
Greens condemn food and labour shortages fuelled by Tories’ disastrous Brexit 31st January 2023 / 1st February 2023 by greengroup Three years after leaving the EU, Green Councillors call for the Government to be held to account for its reckless pursuit of Brexit, which is plunging city residents into financial crisis Today marks three years to the day that the UK left the EU. At this week’s full council, Green councillors will push the Government to […] Read more »
“A loud alarm for action” say Greens as independent report reflects challenging state of council finances 30th January 2023 / 30th January 2023 by greengroup An external audit report being presented to councillors this week shows the need for urgent action on the council’s budget. A critical report from Brighton & Hove City Council’s external auditors was discussed last week at Audit & Standards Committee. The report contains a red rated judgement for the financial sustainability of the council. A […] Read more »
Wai Lee, Steph Powell and Dr Fiona Wright selected as Green Party candidates for Hanover & Elm Grove ward in May 2023 local elections 25th January 2023 / 25th January 2023 by greengroup Brighton and Hove Green Party has selected Wai Lee, Steph Powell and Dr Fiona Wright as its three candidates for Hanover & Elm Grove ward in the upcoming local council elections in May 2023. Together the Green candidates will be a strong voice speaking up for the marginalised and dedicate themselves to supporting residents through […] Read more »
