Greens welcome Women’s Aid campaign on domestic abuse refuges 2nd September 2014 by Green councillors have today welcomed the national charity Women’s Aid campaign against the closure of refuges for women fleeing domestic abuse. In Brighton & Hove domestic abuse services remain intact, and have recently expanded to incorporate a service specifically for men experiencing abuse. The crisis of closure of refuges across the UK is compounded by […] Read more »
Poll expert predicts re-election of UK’s first Green MP 27th August 2014 by A respected polling expert has put Caroline Lucas, the UK’s first Green MP, on course to hold her Brighton parliamentary seat after a summer of encouraging poll indicators. Peter Kellner, President of the YouGov polling company, has singled out Ms Lucas as the exception to his national predictions of rising support for Labour, saying she […] Read more »
Statement by Party Chair on 2010 election expenses 22nd August 2014 by Updated 29 August 2014 with a breakdown of Brighton Pavilion expenses [650KB PDF] Lisa Murray, Chair of Brighton and Hove Green Party, said, “It has come to our attention that questions have been raised by an individual regarding the election expenses declarations made by Brighton & Hove Green Party for the 2010 general election. “We […] Read more »
More than just a political marriage… Greens’ energetic power team selected to contest Brighton seafront area 22nd August 2014 by Alexandra: “It was a wonderful experience to be married to Tom at the Brighton bandstand, such an iconic landmark not just of Brighton but also of the Regency area that we both hope to represent on the council after May next year. It symbolises the fun and spirit of what we like so much about […] Read more »
Statement on reported threat by housing repairs contractor Mears Group Ltd to de-recognise trade unions 6th August 2014 by Following reports that Brighton & Hove City Council’s housing repairs contractor Mears has threatened the GMB with derecognition, Councillor Ruth Buckley, Deputy Leader of the Council said: “We are very concerned about the reported threat of de-recognition of trade unions by Mears Group Ltd. Such action represents a major breakdown in industrial relations. This helps […] Read more »
Greens celebrate Pride, promising to keep up the campaign for sexual equality and freedom around the world 3rd August 2014 by Green party members partied with a serious message at the city’s annual Pride celebration this weekend. Alex Phillips, councillor for Goldsmid and council LGBT champion led the celebrations on the Green Party float and described the experience: “It’s the most amazing feeling up there, looking out on tens of thousands of people from Brighton and […] Read more »
Pride 2014 The World’s a Disco …but not if you are gay in the 78 countries where homosexuality is illegal 1st August 2014 by The World’s a Disco …but not if you are gay in the 78 countries where homosexuality is illegal Greens wish everyone at Pride 2014 a “stunning celebratory weekend of freedom” Leading Greens including local MP Caroline Lucas and city councillors offer their solidarity and best wishes to the LGBT communities of Brighton and Hove on […] Read more »
Green councillors support 'No to TTIP' protest over threat to public services 12th July 2014 by Green councillors will join forces with campaigners opposed to controversial ‘Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership’ (TTIP) agreement currently being negotiated between the European Union and the United States. Among other proposals, the TTIP hands businesses the power to sue governments (including local councils) for profits they might have lost as a result of democratic […] Read more »
Green councillors have expressed their support for public sector staff on strike today (July 10) in defence of pay. 10th July 2014 by Green councillors have expressed their support for public sector staff on strike today (July 10th) in defence of pay. Local government staff and school support staff have been subject to a three-year pay freeze and had now been offered a 1% pay rise. The TUC points out that local government staff will have experienced a […] Read more »
Leading the way: Stonewall names Brighton & Hove top council for tackling homophobia in schools 4th July 2014 by Brighton & Hove City Council has again been named by Stonewall as the leading local authority in the country for tackling homophobic and biphobic bullying in schools. The council has taken first place in the pressure group’s 2014 Education Equality Index, designed by anti-bullying and education specialists, which rates local authorities on their bullying […] Read more »