Joint leaders of Green Party to stand again

Siân Berry and Jonathan Bartley have announced that they plan to stand for their job-shared role of joint leaders of the Green Party again.

Westminster to roll-out city-wide 20mph limit

Westminster City Council is set to rollout out a city-wide 20mph limit to provide safer, greener, and cleaner streets across the heart of London.

Labour launches green economic recovery consultation

The Labour Party has launched a consultation on how to help the UK make a green and just economic recovery from the coronavirus crisis.

Greenpeace sets out plans for a greener future

A new Greenpeace manifesto sets out what the government can do to tackle both the coronavirus recession and the climate emergency.

New app to organise booking at recycling centres

A free online booking and appointment app is helping the Vale of Glamorgan Council reopen its recycling centres.

Reduced symptoms for people with respiratory conditions

Two million people in the UK with respiratory conditions such as asthma have experienced reduced symptoms during the coronavirus lockdown.

Bristol to sell council-owned energy company

Bristol City Council has agreed to sell the local authority owned company, Bristol Energy, following continued challenges.

Manchester to see 27 new eco-friendly bin lorries

Manchester City Council has announced that it is to replace almost half of its refuse collection vehicles with emission-free electric alternatives.

Government proposes new Emissions Trading System

The government has outlined a new plan to ensure the UK is aligned with its commitment to reach net zero by 2050.

Southampton announces its Green Transport Recovery Plan

Southampton CC is to deliver a package of transformative transport measures to help people travel healthily in an era of social distancing.

IPPR North calls for £100bn northern nature investment

The IPPR North thinktank has called for long-term funding for nature in the North, led by the regions local leaders.

Leeds Council introduces 'School Streets' pilot

The Leeds School Streets pilot scheme has launched, with up to six Leeds primary schools taking part.

Solar farm plans submitted by Leicestershire CC

Major plans to develop a solar farm and a carbon neutral site have been lodged by Leicestershire County Council.

Ambitious active travel plans unveiled in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is to use £5 million to support the creation of safe, accessible routes for walking, cycling and wheeling as lockdown restrictions are lifted.

Index highlights importance of parks and green spaces

The latest Green Space Index has highlighted the need to revalue local parks and green spaces and protect them in perpetuity.

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