It’s Unblocktober – think about what you flush! 14 October 2024 / 14 October 2024 by daveeldervass Unblocktober is a campaign to improve the health of our drains, sewers, watercourses and seas. Millions of us have been putting dangerous liquids and items into our drainage systems and sewers leading to harmful damage to the environment, including the emergence of a giant wet wipe island that’s changing the course of the River Thames. […] Read more »
It’s Recycle Week – can you recycle one more thing? 13 October 2024 / 13 October 2024 by daveeldervass Recycle Week 2024 will take place from the 14 to 20 October 2024. This year’s theme – ‘Rescue Me. Recycle’ will focus on rescuing everyday recyclable items that often end up in the rubbish bin, when they could’ve been recycled. Why not watch the video at https://www.wrap.ngo/resources/webinar/recycle-week-2024 and work out how you could recycle one […] Read more »
Vote for Peter Wilkin in Royston Palace 22 September 2024 / 6 October 2024 by daveeldervass I have lived in Royston for 4 years with my partner Francesca. My father was a Church of England vicar. From observing his pastoral care for the local community, I learnt that it’s important to have compassion for all people and when needed respectfully disagree with people while still working together for the greater good. […] Read more »
Little Green Cinema launches in Letchworth 8 September 2024 / 8 September 2024 by daveeldervass Green things are sprouting in Letchworth! In response to local demand Broadway Cinema is programming 4 environment-themed films this autumn, aiming to widen understanding of the climate and ecological crisis and encourage action to protect our beautiful world. Why not go along and see them? ‘Little Green Cinema’ is rolling out monthly films on screen […] Read more »
Make sure your MP opposes Luton Airport expansion 3 September 2024 / 3 September 2024 by daveeldervass Luton Rising, the owner of Luton Airport, wants to almost double capacity to 32 million passengers a year. Thousands of people across this whole rural area objected to the proposal. They objected to noise blight and logjams on road and rail services, as well as hugely increased carbon emissions. A decision on this controversial and […] Read more »
Balgiisa Ahmed for Bedwell 25 August 2024 / 25 August 2024 by daveeldervass There will be a by-election for a new County Councillor for the Bedwell area of Stevenage on Thursday 29th August. We are please to announce that our candidate will be Balgiisa Sheik Ahmed. Balgiisa has said: “Passionate about community well-being, I am committed to making Stevenage a safer and fairer place for everyone. I have […] Read more »
Live fundraiser with Carry the Can 11 August 2024 by daveeldervass North Herts & Stevenage Green Partyare proud to present Carry the Can Live atRevolution Records1 – 3 Middle RowStevenage Old TownFriday 27th September 2024 Doors 5:30 pmPerformance 6:00 pmCurfew 9:00 pmBar Entrance by Donationnorthherts.greenparty.org.uk simonsmithmusic.com Read more »
Cut down those food miles! 4 August 2024 by daveeldervass Try and buy local and seasonal fruit and veg to cut down on the carbon footprint of the food you eat and support the local economy. There’s loads of locally grown food around at this time of year! Read more »
Save our rural bus services 23 July 2024 / 23 July 2024 by daveeldervass Within Hertfordshire bus services, and particularly rural bus services, are in decline. The recent loss of the 366 service between Luton and Welwyn Garden City is just one example. The loss of the 366 has affected many adversely: people who are unable to drive, students, workers: both young and old. It served a semi-rural area […] Read more »
Join the Big Butterfly Count 23 July 2024 by daveeldervass The Big Butterfly Count is a UK-wide survey aimed at helping us assess the health of our environment simply by counting the amount and type of butterflies (and some day-flying moths) we see. Just spend 15 minutes sitting calmly and counting the butterflies you see and then contribute to this brilliant citizen science project https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/ Read more »