Greens Celebrate Danes Moss Council Climbdown 19 June 2025 / 19 June 2025 by melanieenglish Most people in Macclesfield – and beyond – have warmly welcomed the announcement last month that Cheshire East Council has withdrawn plans to build 950 houses and a major road on northern Danes Moss. A richly diverse wooded wetland, much-loved by local residents and a habitat to many species such as the endangered willow warbler […] Read more »
CHESHIRE EAST GREENS CALL FOR TRUE DEVOLUTION FOR CHESHIRE AND WARRINGTON 29 May 2025 by melanieenglish Read more »
Greens respond to macclesfield regeneration working group 22 May 2025 / 22 May 2025 by melanieenglish John Knight and Rachael Marlow, Green campaigners in Macclesfield recently sent this response to the Macclesfield Town Centre Regeneration Working Group. Their input was covered by Macclesfield Nub News but you can read their full original submission below: To Macclesfield Town Centre Regeneration Working Group, As Green Party campaigners for Macclesfield, we are eager to […] Read more » macclesfield macclesfield town centre town centre regeneration
Greens call to Make Macclesfield Roads Safer 6 May 2025 / 6 May 2025 by nickspeakman John Knight, Cheshire East Green Party All year, we in the Green Party have been asking the residents of central Macclesfield what they feel are the important issues facing the town. Time and time again, residents respond with comments about not only the generally shocking state of the roads in Macclesfield, but also the almost […] Read more »
Talking Politics for the macclesfield express (March 2025) 11 April 2025 / 11 April 2025 by melanieenglish Currently, 94% say that the council should be doing more to enable tenants to use renewable energy – a long-held view of John’s and he is pushing for tenants to get the same opportunity to install renewable energy (solar panels, heat pumps and so on) as home-owners. Read more »
Cheshire east green party’s visit to scoop and scales 24 February 2025 / 24 February 2025 by rachaelelizabeth This month, John, Rachael, and several Committee members of Cheshire East Green Party enjoyed a delightful visit to Scoop and Scales in Macclesfield. Upon entering, we were greeted by the inviting aromas of fresh herbs, which created a welcoming environment perfect for our gathering. Andy, one of the directors, recounted the inspiring story of Scoop […] Read more »
Amanda Iremonger writes for Talking Politics 15 February 2025 / 15 February 2025 by rachaelelizabeth Let’s do more to switch to renewable energy – for owners and tenants. Over 70% of homes here are owner-occupied. The Council ran well-publicised schemes to encourage owners to take up renewable energy through the Solar Together scheme. My daughter recently installed solar panels and a heat pump, part-funded with a government grant. Her energy […] Read more »
A correction from LGBTIQA+ greens 6 February 2025 / 6 February 2025 by melanieenglish It has come to our attention that misinformation is spreading online about the Green Party’s stance on Stonewall. The following is a statement from LBGTIQA+ Greens that sums up the situation clearly. We have chosen to share this with you rather than a Cheshire East specific statement as we endorse it wholeheartedly. You can find their original […] Read more » LGBTIQA+
Almost half the UK population volunteer formally at least once a year. Does that include you? 20 January 2025 / 20 January 2025 by melanieenglish One of the top 5 reasons for not volunteering is “I haven’t been asked”. So, I’m asking you now! How could you help our community by volunteering? Would you make it a New Year’s Resolution to start? There are many organisations in Macclesfield who would welcome your help. We, in the Green Party, are out […] Read more »
How to support Afghan women 7 December 2024 / 13 January 2025 by rachaelelizabeth There are several ways to support women and girls in Afghanistan. One option is to donate to the Voices of Resilience Crowdfunder: https://gofund.me/52f821d4 An Audiobook Initiative “Give Afghan Women a Voice”, which empowers these brave girls by creating audiobooks that advocate for their rights. Sara, who spoke at a recent Afghan webinar, has reached out […] Read more »
