Introduction
Sheffield Green Party is part of the national Green Party. We aim to work for a just, equitable and sustainable community in Sheffield. We focus our efforts primarily, though not exclusively, through the electoral system.
If you aren’t sure what the Green Party is about, then it would be worth while reading our FAQ page which answers the frequently asked questions. You may also wish to read the issues and policy pages to find out a little more about us. Here, you will find that greens share a vision of community-based politics, social justice, non-violence, and a sustainable future.
Real Progress and Gaining Recognition
Jillian Creasy was elected as the first Green Party councillor on Sheffield City Council in Central ward in June 2004. This followed a sustained increase in our share of the vote in council elections over the previous 5 years. Bernard Little almost doubled his vote in Central constituency in the 2005 General Election. In the 2006 council elections he joined Jillian Creasy as the second councillor in the Central Ward and Jillian was re-elected in 2007. This meant that the Green Party in Sheffield became an official group in the Council chamber, with out own office at the Town Hall. In 2008 Rob Murphy was elected in Central Ward to become our third councillor.
Real Progress across the UK
The UK’s Green Party now has more elected representatives in more influential positions than ever before. There are 2 Members of the European Parliament, 2 members of the Scottish Parliament and 2 London Assembly members. The Green Party has 126 councillors on 43 councils across England and Wales.
Real Progress at Meetings
Members meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month and the venue is now St Mary’s Church and conference centre, Bramall Lane, S2 4QZ. Click here for map. Meetings are 7.30pm , finishing at 9.30pm with a drink in a nearby pub afterwards..For a full listing of events click here. There is parking for cycles and cars. Potential new members are very welcome to attend.
Join the Green Party or become a “friend”
To join the national party, receive the magazine Green World and be entitled to vote at national conferences, click here. National members who live locally are automatically members of Sheffield Green Party.
Local membership of Sheffield Green Party costs per £5 per annum. You can also become a “friend” for £3 a year. You will receive our regular newsletter, Greensheaf, with information about meetings and activities.
How to make an enquiry to the Green Party
For information about the Sheffield Green Party, meeting dates, membership, or to help with elections, fundraising, policy making or delivering newsletters then please contact our Secretary, Eamonn Ward, found on the contacts page. Our three elected Councillors, Jillian Creasy, Rob Murphy & Bernard Little are happy to assist and their details can also be found on the contacts page.