This is a digest of various Palestine/Sheffield related news from this week, including Cllr Angela Argenzio speaking about her trip to Nablus, the latest concerning the rift at the Town Hall, US Greens become anti-Zionist, Amos Trust tour coming to Sheffield, The Board of Deputies of British Jews Stands Accused of Genocide Denial
Category Archives: Labour Party
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?”
The Green Party must stand firm against Labour and Lib Dem bullying
Sheffield Greens for Palestine had this letter printed in the Sheffield Star on 22nd October. Dear Editor It was great to see Leni Solinger’s letter in the Star on Thursday 15th Oct, explaining, from a Jewish perspective, why the Zionism is Racism motion is not antisemitic. On the same page, however, was well-known persecutor ofContinueContinue reading “The Green Party must stand firm against Labour and Lib Dem bullying”
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”
Gill Furniss’s pride is very misplaced.
I have written to the Sheffield Star in reply to Gill Furniss MP’s article “Britain must continue to show leadership tackling climate crisis” Dear Editor Gill Furniss MP (Star 9/9/26) rightly despairs of Conservative and Reform policies on Climate Change but seems proud of her own government’s record. I think this pride is very misplaced.ContinueContinue reading “Gill Furniss’s pride is very misplaced.”
Stop Rosebank while Europe burns!
Record-breaking wildfires are ravaging Europe and prompting mass evacuations in France and Spain. Activists are urging UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to oppose new oil fields at Rosebank and Jackdaw, advocating for urgent climate action, renewable energy, and economic justice, as the climate crisis escalates.
“We are not prepared”: the People’s Emergency Briefing
The short film “People’s Emergency Briefing” is touring the UK, addressing the environmental crisis across seven themes. Recent screenings, including one in Sheffield, feature local experts emphasizing the urgent need for action against climate change. The film highlights dire consequences on health, food security, and the economy, urging community involvement for impactful change.
