New Council Policy on Glyphosate passed in Environment Committee.

Last Friday, giant Bees were seen swarming around the Town Hall, to sting Councillors into taking action on the dangerous herbicide, Glyphosate. Queen Bee, Izzy Price, said, “This chemical not only destroys our sources of food, but it damages our navigational abilities and is a major reason bee populations and other insects are in massiveContinueContinue reading “New Council Policy on Glyphosate passed in Environment Committee.”

The Council must inform Sheffielders about the climate and nature emergencies.

Extinction Rebellion Sheffield highlighted widespread concern about climate and nature risks, urging national emergency briefings on the TV and Council Tax communications. Sheffield Council passed the Green Party’s “Power to the People” motion, supporting climate bonds, renewable energy, community power and stronger oversight, though amendments removed proposals concerning using Doncaster Airport site for housing and a solar farm.

Have Labour come to an agreement with the Greens in Sheffield?

A lot has happened in Sheffield today, but it’s still not clear if peace has broken out in Sheffield Town Hall. It seems that Labour Councillors now have to consult with their NEC bosses to get their agreement that working with the Greens can continue. I attended and spoke at a rally outside the TownContinueContinue reading “Have Labour come to an agreement with the Greens in Sheffield?”

Andy Burnham bullying threatens Sheffield Council cooperation agreement.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has shockingly called the Green Party antisemitic, and his party has sent an ultimatum to Councils where Greens and Labour are sharing power. This is a statement from Cllr Fran Belbin, leader of the Labour Group. “Following the shameful and antisemitic “Zionism is Racism” motion passed at Green Party Conference earlierContinueContinue reading “Andy Burnham bullying threatens Sheffield Council cooperation agreement.”

People’s Emergency Briefing Update

At the last Full Council Meeting, Deputy Lord Mayor Peter Gilbert announced a special showing of the People’s Emergency Briefing film for all Councillors on Wednesday 14 October at 5pm. Please get in touch with your Councillors (you have 3) and let them know how important it is for them to see this film. HowContinueContinue reading “People’s Emergency Briefing Update”

Momentous Green Party Conference this weekend.

As the Labour Party conference comes to an end and the good people of Holburn and St Pancras prepare to choose their new MP, the Greens are heading to Brighton for the Green Party conference. There’s lots going on at the conference, but one particular motion is likely to take the headlines. The Zionism isContinueContinue reading “Momentous Green Party Conference this weekend.”

Manor Fields Park clean up after the fire.

Yesterday I went to help at the clean-up at Manor Fields Park following the fire on August 13th. It’s one of my favourite local spots for a walk, looking out for herons, other birds and waterfowl, butterflies, insects and wildflowers. So it was depressing to see nearly half the park completely scorched black, trees burntContinueContinue reading “Manor Fields Park clean up after the fire.”

Chris Packham backs Sheffield Community screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing

A public screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing will occur on July 16 at Hallam Hall, Sheffield, followed by a community discussion. The film aims to inform attendees about climate risks and foster local dialogue on necessary actions for a safer future.

Singing River Walk in Endcliffe Park

by Steph Howlett On Sunday, 12th April, about 20 members of Sheffield Climate Choir walked out through Endcliffe Park, following the course of the Porter Brook, for a singing river walk. The group were concerned about the frequent sewage dumps from Yorkshire Water into our rivers and streams. Undaunted by the occasional April shower, theContinueContinue reading “Singing River Walk in Endcliffe Park”