London's Green Party
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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 […]
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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 […]