This IDAHOBIT look out for LGBTQIA+ people struggling with lockdown, Greens say 16th May 2020 / 16th May 2020 by greengroup Ahead of International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, Green Councillors remind city of need for more support to city’s LGBTQIA+ people. Green Councillors will this Sunday mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) calling for support from community for LGBTQIA+ people suffering with lockdown. While the traditional IDAHOBIT service cannot take […] Read more »
Take action now to prevent return of dangerous traffic to our roads, say Greens, as council agrees to new cycling and walking measures 14th May 2020 / 14th May 2020 by greengroup Plans for city’s roads will be looked at again to ensure the council provides more space for exercise, walking and social distancing The council will look again at options for reallocating road space for walking and cycling, with Green Councillors today welcoming news that more roads in the city will be subject to change as […] Read more »
A car-free North Laine could be the assistance our residents, traders and independent businesses need after Covid19 13th May 2020 / 13th May 2020 by greengroup Shortly before the Covid19 outbreak, discussions within the council had already started on the potential for a ‘car-free’ city centre. Something that had been circulating around the North Laine for years. Views among residents do vary, some identifying worrying hotspots such as the junction between Trafalgar Street and Blackman Street, and the hazardous nature of […] Read more »
Stand with parents and teachers speaking out over plans to reopen local schools, say Greens 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 […] Read more »
Greens defend workers’ rights to refuse to work in unsafe conditions 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 […] Read more »
Greens welcome cycle lane expansion and call for city-wide changes to support ‘social distancing 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 […] Read more »
Concerns rise for those on zero hours contracts, low pay or in insecure employment 7th May 2020 / 9th May 2020 by greengroup 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 […] Read more »
Greens criticise decision to pursue fire service consultation in the midst of lockdown 7th May 2020 / 9th May 2020 by greengroup 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 […] Read more »
Keep toxic emissions low and expand space for walking, outdoor exercise and cycling to support residents now and in future 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 […] Read more »
Council’s Covid Recovery cannot come at expense of climate recovery, Greens say 1st May 2020 / 1st May 2020 by greengroup 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 […] Read more »
