Labour guilty of green spin and recycled excuses over ‘dismal’ recycling rate, say Progressive Group 31st October 2023 / 19th March 2024 by andrewbell The Progressive Group of Councillors has accused the Labour led Council of making ‘puffed up’ claims that Exeter produces less waste than any other district in Devon, while its recycling rate remains the lowest in the County by a long way [1]. Green Party Councillor and co-leader of the Progressive Group, Diana Moore, said: “Exeter […] Read more »
Labour councillors refuse to put brakes on air pollution caused by idling 17th October 2023 / 9th April 2024 by andrewbell Labour councillors have refused to back a Green Party motion brought to Full Council calling for an anti-idling campaign for Exeter [1]. Greens say idling vehicles increase exhaust fumes in the air and that the resulting pollution is linked to a range of health problems. They urged Exeter City Council to adopt a range of […] Read more »
Green councillor demands affordable housing and green spaces are safeguarded at Clifton Hill site 16th October 2023 / 19th March 2024 by andrewbell A Green Party Councillor has written to Council leader Phil Bialyk seeking assurances about the Clifton Hill site ahead of a full Council meeting next Tuesday, when the future of the site will be discussed [1]. Cllr Andy Ketchin is demanding that at least 35% of the homes built at the site are affordable, that […] Read more »
Housing and climate plans in Exeter “in total disarray” say Progressive Group 9th October 2023 / 19th March 2024 by andrewbell Exeter Labour’s plans to tackle the housing crisis and climate emergency are in “total disarray”, say the Progressive Group of councillors on Exeter City Council. The claim comes following plans by the Labour-run Executive to wind down activity by the Council’s own housing developer, Exeter City Living (ECL). The company was due to build hundreds […] Read more »
