Green views
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My 30 Under 30 Experience – learning, connecting, and leading with the Young Greens
30 Under 30 is a renowned Young Greens training programme designed to equip young activists and future leaders with the skills they need to drive political change. Over an intensive weekend, I had the opportunity to learn from past graduates of the scheme, connect with like-minded individuals, and develop my confidence in campaigning, public speaking,…
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A New Splash of Green for Nottingham!
Former Sheriff of Nottingham switches sides to join the Green Party’s campaign for social justice On Monday 3 March, Shuguftah Quddoos, the former Sheriff of Nottingham, and elected councillor for Berridge Ward, announced her decision to join the Green Party, as her fight to save services in the city continues. Nottingham Green Party extended a…
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Stand up for our services! Nottingham Green Party campaigns to stop the cuts
As each new announcement in the local press confirms, Nottingham residents and service users continue to bear the brunt of the Labour-controlled city council’s failure to balance the budget. Nottingham Green Party opposes the cuts and instead calls for a fair settlement that meets the needs of the city, and puts our most vulnerable communities…
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Keep the Bus Fare Cap! Nottingham Greens campaigning in the community
In response to the government’s decision to raise the single bus fare cap by 50% from £2 to £3, this winter Nottingham Green Party has launched its Keep the Bus Fare Cap! campaign to make the case for affordable public transport. Our activists also continue to engage with several other campaigns that address the challenges,…
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Response to the 2024 Autumn budget
The budget was a real missed opportunity, with nothing significant on nature or climate. First of all, 50% increase in bus fares people are being punished for using greener methods of transport. In Nottingham twice as many people use the bus for work than the national average, so this is really going to hit working…