Sheffield Green Party announced today that Cllr Rob Murphy will stand for re-election in Central ward in the Sheffield City Council elections on May 3rd. He has represented the ward since 2008 alongside Cllr Jillian Creasy, the leader of the Green group on the Council.

Rob Murphy commented “I hope I am re-elected so that I can continue to represent local people. I believe I am well known for addressing residents’ concerns and problems. I also want to give voters a real alternative to Labour and the Lib Dems, who simply aren’t tackling concerns about jobs, cuts and many other issues. More than 18,000 people voted Green in Sheffield last year, showing that many local residents realise that we are the best option.”

The Greens also announced that former Central ward councillor Bernard Little and recently graduated Sheffield University ex-student Amy Mack will be their candidates for the Broomhill and Crookes wards respectively.

Bernard Little commented :

“I’m really pleased to be the Green candidate again in Broomhill ward. It will be another close 3 party contest with Labour and the Lib Dems. I intend to work hard for Broomhill residents, building on the consistent work Greens have done in the area for more than a decade. “

Amy Mack commented :

“I am committed to working with Rob and Bernard in wards with a high student population to ensure their voice is heard and to help interaction with longer term residents. Students and young people are under represented on Sheffield council.”