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28 May 2003 by sianberry
Darren declared,” The crusade against the multiplex cinema development was a highly successful battle in my last campaign. Again, Crystal Palace Park will be a major issue and I will be fighting to preserve the site as open green space.” Darren is warning that even though the controversial multiplex cinema scheme collapsed in May 2001, […]
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22 May 2003 by sianberry
This has left rumours flying, with high anxiety for Hackney residents who fear the huge impact the games could have on London Fields and the Marshes. Noel said, “Without clear information on what will be built where, how can people in Hackney decide on whether they support having the Games in East London? This is […]
21 May 2003 by sianberry
Cllr. Darren Johnson AM and Noel Lynch AM, Green Party members in the London Assembly, will be visiting the Dew Pond at Trent Country Park tomorrow to listen to the concerns of local people and give their support to local campaigners. “The proposals by Middlesex University to build on this site are bad news for […]
20 May 2003 by sianberry
“It will cost £17 million just to bid for the Olympics, even if we’re not successful. Right now, that money would be much better spent on improving housing and transport in East London,"said Darren. “Supporters of the bid say it will aid regeneration, but will such promises turn into reality? We don’t want any more […]
19 May 2003 by sianberry
The Greens have scored Ken out of ten for his performance in each of his key areas of responsibility, awarding him an overall Green rating of 5 and a half. The Mayor’s State of the Environment Report, which looks at and measures key aspects of London’s environmental performance, is due to be launched on Monday […]
16 May 2003 by sianberry
Noel has put a formal question to the Mayor asking him to condemn the current proposals and use his influence to protect Camden Town’s character and its independent traders and businesses. Greens want to see a tube station improvement scheme which fits with the scale and character of Camden Town and provides affordable space for […]
12 May 2003 by sianberry
Irish-born Noel Lynch said, “The Government is using the same excuses that were used to justify the Prevention of Terrorism Act, which resulted in over 100,000 Irish being held, while only a few dozen were ever charged. We echo the words of John Wadham, director of Liberty that ‘these proposals are ill considered, unnecessary and […]
Greens are demanding a complete re-think on the Government’s plans for airport expansion and are asking for the Government to make the aviation industry pay for the true cost of the damage it causes. Darren Johnson, Leader of the Green Party Group in the London Assembly argues that the ethos of unfettered growth in aviation […]
11 May 2003 by sianberry
Commenting on information leaked to the Sunday Times, Cllr. Darren Johnson AM, Leader of the Green Party Group in the London Assembly said, "The general trend in the world is against fluoridation. It’s quite incredible that Tony Blair would want to fluoridate Britain. The ‘fluoride’ that’s added to drinking water is hexafluorosilicic acid – a […]
6 May 2003 by sianberry
Darren Johnson was officially selected from a choice of four candidates. Darren received 55% of the vote. Jenny Jones received 27%, Tom Walsh 11% and Hugo Charlton 7%. Darren commented, “I have a clear track record of winning elections and look forward to heading the strongest Green challenge ever in London." Darren Johnson, one of […]
2 May 2003 by sianberry
Noel, who has a long history as a Green Party activist, is a shop keeper and experienced auctioneer, who brings with him a wealth of knowledge on campaigning about community issues. The 25 Members of the London Assembly are elected to scrutinise the Mayor and be concerned for the overall well being of London. Noel […]
1 May 2003 by sianberry
London Assembly member, Jenny Jones, is urging anti-war and environmental protestors to join those demonstrations which are fun, small scale and in keeping with the tradition of non violent dissent which has become well established in this country. Pressure from the Greens on the MPA led to a softer and more flexible approach to policing […]
29 April 2003 by sianberry
Jenny said,"It is great that Mayor Livingstone is giving extra money for children’s safety, but he is giving twice as much to local councils for bridge strengthening. Which is more of a priority? Dealing with parental fears, or strengthening roads in London so that 44 ton lorries can use them?" Commenting further, Jenny said,"Safe Route […]
24 April 2003 by sianberry
Greens believe the issue is especially pertinent following the Government’s recent proposals for more runways in Southeast England, including the expansion proposals for Gatwick. They believe local authorities should be given additional powers to set emissions charges and increase landing-charges at Gatwick, as has been achieved at Zurich airport. “Just as Mayor Livingstone has introduced […]
22 April 2003 by sianberry
London Green party members have been sent voting papers for the above candidate selection, complete with statements by the candidates. To help members make up their mind, hustings are being held tomorrow (Wednesday 23rd April 2003) at the University of London Union, Malet Street, London WC1 commencing at 7.30pm. Press and other media representatives are […]
17 April 2003 by sianberry
During the Examination, the Mayor’s plans were blasted by a broad range of influential organisations including the Environment Agency, the London Sustainable Development Commission, the London Forum of Amenity and Civic Societies, the London Assembly, Friends of the Earth. Only the Mayor’s Office and the big business lobby argued that the Plan was sustainable. Darren […]
16 April 2003 by sianberry
Cllr Darren Johnson, Leader of the Green Party Group in the London Assembly said, "Whilst the Government has begun to recognise the issue, it has been slow to act. The use of outside lighting is largely beyond the control of the planning system, yet it can have a disturbing impact on people and wildlife. It […]
15 April 2003 by sianberry
The Green Party is currently selecting its candidate and Darren is one of four Greens seeking the backing of party members. The successful candidate will be announced on 6 May, following a ballot of all London members. Darren commented, " I was honoured to be the Green Party’s Mayoral candidate last time and would very […]
11 April 2003 by sianberry
Darren Johnson commented, “Mayor Ken Livingstone’s proposal for a congestion charge for those driving to Heathrow is a good idea. However, Greens are arguing that because much of the pollution and noise problems in the area stem from aviation, we need a congestion charge for air traffic as well as road traffic.” Darren continued: “The […]
8 April 2003 by sianberry
Darren Johnson AM, Leader of the Greens in the London Assembly said today, "The fact that the Chancellor has a big pot of money to fund a war but not to fund major investment in the future is an indictment of Labour’s priorities. It isn’t just about Iraq, it’s militaristic policies in general. In the […]
4 April 2003 by sianberry
Darren has called on both Mayor Ken Livingstone and Barnet Council to work together to make sure the Pastures are formally listed. “I am very pleased Cllr Brian Coleman has confirmed that the council will not be selling off Long Lane Pastures. However, we need to ensure that in future the site is properly protected […]
3 April 2003 by sianberry
The scheme has proved a wonderful success in reducing traffic and Greens want to expand congestion charging, not scrap it. It is utterly foolhardy for the likes of Tory Steve Norris to say they want to cancel the scheme. Londoners would never forgive them for such an outrageous waste of taxpayers’ money. Scrapping the scheme […]
The London Assembly Culture Committee published its Scrutiny Report on the Mayor’s Culture Strategy without any criticism of the current approach to the Olympics. The Greens are not prepared to go along with support for the London Olympic Bid as they remain unconvinced by current proposals. The Greens’ biggest concern about the bid is over […]
2 April 2003 by sianberry
Darren Johnson, Leader of the Green Group in the London Assembly, said, ‘We are asking people to bring their own candle and jam jar. People are being urged to wear black or black and red, to symbolise the blood spilt in this conflict.’ The organisers of the action plan to spell the words ‘No Blood […]