Clare Sutton and Dorset Greens continue to fight against Portland incinerator after Government green light 25 September 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Like many others, Dorset Greens have opposed the proposed new incinerator on Portland from the outset, and are diismayed that the Government gave it the green light in September. Councillor Clare Sutton has made a further submission to the Environment Agency and is liaising with Dorset Council, the new South Dorset MP, and other parties about possible next steps, which may include High Court review. Read more » Portland Incinerator
Cllrs Clare Sutton and Helen Toft visit Wyke Water Treatment Plant 13 September 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Councillor Helen Toft says: "It was extremely interesting to visit the Wyke Water Treatment Plant with Councillor Clare Sutton and others this summer. In a smelly few hours we gained a better understanding of the processes, and asked lots of questions about sewage discharges." Read more »
Belinda Bawden working hard after re-election to Dorset Council with large majority 15 August 2024 / 21 December 2024 by chrishenderson Thank you to everyone who voted for Belinda Bawden from the Green Party in Lyme & Charmouth at the Dorset Council election on 2nd May. Belinda was re-elected with 61% of the vote. She said: "Thank you for trusting me to represent you again. I’m hugely grateful and humbled by your support, which has increased across all our polling areas. I’ll continue to listen and work hard on your behalf." Read more »
Standing together against racism: Cllr Claudia Webb’s experience at the Weymouth anti-racism protest 7 August 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Green Councillor Claudia Webb (Rodwell & Wyke) writes: "On Sunday 4th August 2024, I had the honour of joining hundreds of residents in Weymouth to stand together in unity against racism and injustice. The anti-racism protest, which drew people from all walks of life, was a powerful display of our community’s commitment to equality, justice, and the shared belief that racism has no place in our society." Read more »
Four Green MPs elected – with Green advances in rural Dorset 5 July 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Everyone in the Green Party movement is today celebrating the largest advance in our 41-year history, as the number of Green MPs quadrupled to four. In rural Dorset, there were some pleasing advances in the Green vote, for candidates Ben Pantling (Mid Dorset & North Poole), Kelvin Clayton (West Dorset) and Ken Huggins (North Dorset). Read more »
Green Councillor Clare Sutton appointed Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, Education & Skills 15 May 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Dorset Council's new Liberal Democrat administration, elected on a promise of cross-party working, has appointed Green Councillor Clare Sutton as Cabinet Member for Children's Services, Education & Skills. Read more »
Jon Orrell secured insurance for flowers in Wesley Street, Melcombe Regis, which went on to win Civic Society award 31 March 2024 / 11 December 2024 by chrishenderson Looking back at Jon Orrell's 2019-2024 term of office [4/4]... The wonderful flowers and tubs on Wesley Street, Melcombe Regis are the work of local residents themselves. They have done a great job brightening up the scene. They were at risk of losing this through a lack of insurance. As part of a charity called Transition Towns, local Green Councillor Jon Orrell was able to help secure insurance. The street went on to win a Civic Society award. Read more »
Jon Orrell sits on boards supporting homeless and vulnerable people, local businesses, and health scrutiny 30 March 2024 / 22 December 2024 by chrishenderson Looking back on Jon Orrell's 2019-2024 term of office [3/4]... The Lantern on Ranelagh Road has been helping homeless and vulnerable people for decades. Lately Jon Orrell has joined the board as a trustee. Jon says: "The Lantern is going from strength to strength. Houses are being bought for people who are rebuilding their lives. A new venture has seen the NHS invest in mental health treatments at Hope House by St John’s church. Jon is also involved in the board of We are Weymouth as the town council link. Jon has also sat on the Health and People Scrutiny Board in Dorchester. Read more »
Change of use of St John’s Gardens, Melcombe Regis, obtained by Jon Orrell, reaps benefits 29 March 2024 / 11 December 2024 by chrishenderson Looking back at Jon Orrell's 2019-2024 term of office [2/4]... Melcombe Regis Green Councillor Jon Orrell says: "It has been good to see that the permission I gained for the change of use for the precious St John's Gardens has reaped benefits over the last few years. "This oasis of green now has a corner used by local groups who engage with people with learning needs. The fruits (and veg) of their labours are wonderful to see. Read more »
Jon Orrell helped redevelop footpath and cycleway by Weymouth’s B&Q 28 March 2024 / 11 December 2024 by chrishenderson Looking back on Jon Orrell's 2019-2024 term of office [1/4]... Pictured is the new footpath and cycleway that runs by B&Q in Weymouth. It used to be narrow and messy. Melcombe Regis Green Councillor Jon Orrell worked with Public Health and other partners to redevelop this area, and preserve the old railway lines that are part of our history. Jon said: "I am keen to see the rich past of our town celebrated whilst also making it safe to walk and cycle. Read more »
