When dodgy deals win, everybody loses
Newly-elected Green councillor, Alys Mumford, reflects on what the Labour/Lib Dem/Tory deal means for Edinburgh and democracy.
The clock is ticking on negotiations
Newly elected councillor, Ben Parker, gives an overview of the first week since Edinburgh went to the polls.
Clear Green water between the parties
Voters can be in no doubt that tackling the climate emergency will be high on the table in any negotiations Greens enter into, says…
It’s time to end conversion practices for good
There can be no place for ‘conversion therapy’ in the fairer and more equal Scotland that we are building.
Replacing Putin’s gas with Saudi oil is no solution to our energy crisis
As an independent country, Scotland can follow an energy policy that is fuelled by renewables rather than repression, argues Lorna Slater
Priced out of Edinburgh
While Green councillor for Leith Chas Booth welcomes Edinburgh’s designation as a short-term-let control area, there’s more to be done.
Back to normal is not good enough
As more Covid restrictions ease, Kayleigh O’Neill argues that we can’t simply ‘get back to normal’ because for many, normal was not good enough.
Stepping up to the mark for the city
Greens are making a big difference in government. We want to do the same for our city, says Lorna Slater
Real change ahead for biodiversity in Scotland
Scotland has some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the world, and we are putting it at the heart of our recovery, says…
Proper funding for city public toilets and trees
Public toilets have more than shown their worth over the last two years, and the city’s trees need more attention to fight ash-dieback –…
Climate justice is something that we can achieve together
While Glasgow being the host city offered us a chance to get a bit nearer the action, there was much more than just the…
Flaws of ‘Right to Buy’ are searingly obvious
Selling off council homes may have benefited original purchasers but long term detrimental impacts are still being felt, argues Susan Rae.
Participatory budgeting – next steps
Let’s not lose sight of people power over public budgets, says Chas Booth
The right care for everyone
Decisions on the future of care homes must put residents at their heart, says Councillor Melanie Main
Historic agreement welcome but won’t be plain-sailing
As Scotland gears up to host the UN’s climate summit, Steve Burgess welcomes the decision by Green members to back a co-operation agreement with…
Bicentenary marks a new era for Union Canal
Edinburgh’s ‘coal’ canal celebrates its 200th birthday next year, with a renewed role in tackling climate change. Gavin Corbett explains.
Edinburgh can’t ignore climate extremes
Recent flash floods are a stark reminder of the urgent action we need to take on the climate emergency, says Lorna Slater.
Safer streets need political will, not hot air
We need Spaces for People to be improved, not removed, argues Lorna Slater
What future for Gaelic schools in the capital?
Cllr Mary Campbell examines the options for a Gaelic-medium secondary school in Edinburgh
Housing is a human right
Everyone deserves safe, warm and affordable housing and protection from unjust rent increases, discrimination and unfair eviction, says Lorna Slater.
Green gains at all levels
Changing policy on the start age at school is just one of many ways in which Greens are making a difference, says Mary Campbell
Good job creation
Hospitality businesses will have to up their game, says Lorna Slater, if they want their workforce back.
Could we see a more people-friendly Leith?
Green councillor Chas Booth welcomes the council’s plans for a Leith Low Traffic Neighbourhood and says they could be even better.
Shaping Edinburgh for a green recovery
Edinburgh is still a city where the car is king, says Lorna Slater. Our recovery plans should embrace space for socialising, walking, wheeling and…
With no time to lose, we need a collective effort
Lorna Slater reflects on her transition so far from engineering project manager to MSP.
Building on historic Green result
The dust may just have settled on the Scottish election but already sights are set on the future, says Gavin Corbett
Their future depends on it
Alison Johnstone on protecting Scotland’s wildlife and why you should vote Green this Thursday.
Imagine if every park had one of these
The Archimedes Screw sounds like something from Greek mythology, but in fact it is a clever device that powers one of our city parks.…
It’s time for ambitious investment in greener cities
With even the US is investing in its streetscapes – there’s no excuse for Scotland to be left behind on green infrastructure says Alison…
Will you vote for Our Common Future?
As the Scottish Green Party publish ‘Our Common Future’, our manifesto for the Scottish Parliament election, Lothian lead candidate Kate Nevens shares her vision…