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The Forest of Dean Green Party stands against racism
Over several weeks we have seen far-right extremism and organised political violence across the country. At the same time, we have seen...
Leo Hodgson
Sep 3, 20241 min read
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For Who and at what cost?
The truth that is never told, else the whole lot comes tumbling down. I was always told that we need to buy more to support economic...
chrismcfarling1
Jun 2, 20243 min read
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Windscreens Clear - Danger Ahead
Let’s get this absolutely clear. If we lose our wildlife, we lose our future, indeed everything. When Wild Justice emailed me asking what...
chrismcfarling1
May 31, 20244 min read
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Greens to go - 4 july
At last! The election has been called for the 4th of July and the Greens are ready to contest the seat for the Forest of Dean. Chris...
Tim Rickard
May 24, 20241 min read
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Mark Topping announces resignation
Councillor Mark Topping, Leader of the Forest of Dean District Council, announced his resignation today, saying he has decided to step...
Tim Rickard
Apr 11, 20241 min read
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An 'unrivalled opportunity'
Forest of Dean Council Leader, Mark Topping wrote recently to the Rt Hon Mark Harper, MP, the Secretary of State for Transport. Mr Harper...
Tim Rickard
Mar 14, 20242 min read
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2023 What a year - Green Party In the Forest Of Dean
Looking back at 2023, who would have thought that just six months after forming our council's minority administration we could have...
Leo Hodgson
Jan 2, 20241 min read
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our first green cabinet
From left to right: Jackie Fraser, Adrian Birch, Sid Phelps, Chris McFarling, Andy Moore and, Leader of the Council, Mark Topping. On the...
Tim Rickard
Jun 7, 20231 min read
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Leader mark topping announces new Cabinet Members for the Forest of Dean District Council
This official announcement has just been made by The Forest of Dean District Council. All congratulations, best wishes and good luck to...
Tim Rickard
Jun 2, 20232 min read
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GREENS LEAD FOREST OF DEAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
At last night's Annual General Meeting the Forest of Dean District Council voted in a new leader and administration. We are delighted to...
Tim Rickard
May 26, 20232 min read
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GREEN Candidates FIGHT FOR Cannop Ponds
Dr Stephen Yeates, Green Candidate for Berry Hill, has been quietly fighting for the preservation of Cannop Ponds in the background...
Leo Hodgson
Apr 22, 20231 min read
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Cannop Ponds - Position Statement
The Forest of Dean Green Party and its councillors are fiercely independent. As a party we do not play party politics or use key local...
Leo Hodgson
Apr 9, 20231 min read
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Our Cannop Ponds
The question of ‘What to do about Cannop Ponds?’ is a huge issue for the community, those who enjoy it, use it and love it. ‘Cannop’ has...
Leo Hodgson
Mar 28, 20232 min read
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EXCITING 'GREEN' ENERGY INITIATIVE
It feels like we are about to give birth to a community energy project for the Forest – Forest Energy Community Initiative (FECI). This...
jackiedalenovember
Mar 23, 20232 min read
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What next for the cinderford northern quarter?
On Thursday (16th March) the Cabinet of the Forest of Dean District Council will decide whether to accept the report from the Cinderford...
nickypacker
Mar 13, 20231 min read
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four winter months since I sold my car - my findings.
At the start of November I sold my car. Although I am a named driver on Mark's car I committed to only using it for journeys that could...
Beki
Mar 1, 20232 min read
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CINDERFORD NORTHERN QUARTER INQUIRY REPORT
One year and 8 months since it was set up, the Inquiry report is finally been being presented to the Scrutiny committee: to view click...
nickypacker
Feb 28, 20231 min read
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forest greens vote unanimously for chris mcfarling as parliamentary candidate
The Forest of Dean Green Party has unanimously selected Chris McFarling as its parliamentary candidate in the next General Election....
Tim Rickard
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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Biodiversity what?
"The England I knew as a child and a young man was breathtakingly beautiful, hedgerows and small copses were abundant, and small streams...
chrismcfarling
Jan 4, 20232 min read
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Lifestyle Change
I have always regarded Arne Naess with a mixture of admiration and respect. Someone who can think deeply about the purpose of life and...
chrismcfarling
Oct 26, 20222 min read
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