We in Macclesfield can and should act on the Climate Emergency 20 November 2024 / 20 November 2024 by nickspeakman About 40 years ago, there was huge concern about the hole in the ozone layer and its impact on earth. Caused by use of CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons), any reduction in the ozone layer threatened increased levels of UV (ultraviolet) radiation – damaging our health, marine life, plants and crops. Every country signed the Montreal Protocol, banned […] Read more »
We need a stronger Green Party, not just more leftist ideas. 16 November 2024 / 16 November 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Walter Houston, a member of the Cheshire East Green Party, has submitted a response to the Guardian in reaction to an article authored by Andy Beckett, which was published in today’s print edition. The article addresses the potential establishment of a new left-wing political party. What is the point of setting up yet another party […] Read more »
Plastic free Knutsford interview article 12 November 2024 / 12 November 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Rachael Marlow of Cheshire East Green Party conducted an interview with committee member of Knutsford to discuss the concept of living without plastic. This conversation aimed to explore the challenges and benefits of adopting a plastic-free lifestyle in Knutsford, highlighting local initiatives and personal experiences that promote sustainability. The interview provided valuable insights into how […] Read more »
Cheshire East Green Party opposes fascism and respects armistice day 10 November 2024 / 12 November 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Cheshire East Green Party strongly opposes fascism, especially on Armistice Day, a day meant for remembrance and respect. Last year, we witnessed troubling events in Central London when a large group of football fans and far-right activists gathered, claiming they were there to “protect” the Cenotaph from a pro-Palestine protest. Unfortunately, this situation quickly escalated […] Read more »
We can – and should – bring about change locally 19 October 2024 / 9 November 2024 by nickspeakman We, in the Green Party, encourage decentralisation. You and I know what is needed here in Macclesfield, politicians and managers in London, much less so. This isn’t about power, but about accountability and delivery – we can help our friends, neighbours and community and bring about change ourselves, here and now. With this in mind, […] Read more »
Cheshire East Green Party offers thanks to key member in the wake of resignation over Conference motion relating to HS2 16 October 2024 / 16 October 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Cheshire East Green Party express their thanks to Nigel Hennerley (Green Party General Election Candidate for Tatton 2017, 2019 and 2024 and parish councillor for High Legh) as he resigns from the Green Party of England and Wales. Nigel’s resignation is prompted by a motion passed with a small majority at the Green Party’s Autumn […] Read more »
Amanda Iremonger, the Co-Secretary of Cheshire East’s Green Party, discusses the issue of child poverty 20 September 2024 / 20 September 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Macclesfield has one of the lowest child poverty levels in the North West. Is that something to celebrate? I don’t think so. We still have over 17%, that’s over 3,000 children living in poverty in our area. I, and the Green Party, believe that we should work towards a more fair, more equal society, and […] Read more »
Melanie English responds to Sam Corcaron’s resignation 18 July 2024 / 13 August 2024 by rachaelelizabeth Read more »
VoteClimate endorses Green Party climate policies 1 July 2024 / 1 July 2024 by rachaelelizabeth VoteClimate conducted an extensive analysis of the climate impacts of various party manifestos for the upcoming general election. The Green Party emerged as the clear leader, with the potential to save 3,700 MtCO2e (metric tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent) by 2050, followed by the Liberal Democrats, Labour, and Conservatives with 1,100, 650, and 18 MtCO2e […] Read more »
Knutsford Guardian discuss Tatton candidates 28 June 2024 / 28 June 2024 by nickspeakman Nigel Hennerley is the first to be discussed of the 5 candidates for the Tatton constituency on this news article on the Knutsford Guardian website… Nigel said: “I have lived in Tatton for over thirty years and serve as a Parish Councillor in High Legh. “I joined the Green Party in 2014, and in 2019, […] Read more »
