20th June 2025 / 20th June 2025 by simongittus
The Southend Green Group has put forward a motion to ensure that all steps are taken to allow for next year’s local elections to go ahead, despite plans for council reorganisation across Essex.
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9th June 2025 / 5th June 2025 by simongittus
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the tens of thousands of new homes being pushed onto Southend by central government - top-down, with little regard for local voices. From the Salvation Army land in the west to Bournes Green in the east, our city is facing a tidal wave of urban sprawl. Our infrastructure is under pressure, and the green spaces that make Southend special are under threat.
24th May 2025 / 24th May 2025 by simongittus
The Green Party have raised serious safety concerns after several cars were seen driving through Chalkwell Park.
1st May 2025 / 1st May 2025 by simongittus
At Wednesday’s Extraordinary Full Council Meeting, the Green Group on Southend City Council made their position unmistakably clear regarding a motion brought to Council. While we viewed the motion as politically motivated, our Green Councillors delivered powerful and heartfelt speeches opposing any development on Bournes Green.
30th April 2025 / 1st May 2025 by simongittus
The Green Party in Southend has spoken out firmly against proposals to build on Bournes Green and surrounding green spaces, warning that the plans threaten both the environment and the character of local communities.
4th April 2025 / 4th April 2025 by simongittus
Footpaths in Chalkwell Park, long in a state of disrepair, have been made safe after pressure from Green Party campaigners prompted action from the council.
27th March 2025 / 27th March 2025 by simongittus
A dangerous junction in Leigh has been made safer after the council took action following concerns from residents about drivers traveling the wrong way on North Street.
3rd March 2025 by simongittus
This month's political view point for the Leigh-on-Sea News from Cllr Stuart Allen, focusing on devolution and the recent budget.
22nd February 2025 / 3rd March 2025 by simongittus
Former Children’s Centre Manager and Green Party campaigner, Kay Mitchell, is calling for assurances from Southend City Council regarding the future of family centres and libraries following the announcement of the council’s budget. With phrases like “right-sizing” and “fit-for-purpose” being used by the Labour-led administration in relation to services, Ms. Mitchell fears they could be code for further budget cuts that threaten vital community resources.
14th February 2025 / 13th February 2025 by simongittus
Simon Gittus, a Green Campaigner and Leigh resident, is pressing the City Council to make urgent improvements to the town’s bus infrastructure, arguing that better public transport is essential to easing congestion and cutting emissions.
