Major Development Would Destroy Green Belt in Long Lawford

Yet again Green Belt in Rugby could be sacrificed for a major property development. If approved, the proposal for over 350 houses, a country park and site for a secondary school would destroy the open space between Long Lawford and Rugby. As a result of modifications to the Rugby Local Plan Long Lawford is already … Continue reading Major Development Would Destroy Green Belt in Long Lawford

Former Green Party Leader Natalie Bennett pays a Surprise Visit to Rugby

Rugby Green Party were delighted when former leader Natalie Bennett paid a surprise visit to Rugby on Monday 30th October. Lunch at the Bacco Lounge with party members was the first item on the agenda and an opportunity to discuss local issues. On the way, Natalie expressed approval at just how many small businesses are … Continue reading Former Green Party Leader Natalie Bennett pays a Surprise Visit to Rugby

Tesco Trolleys Are Still Being Dumped in the Historic River Avon 7 Years After we First Raised the Issue!

The River Avon is one of Britain's historic waterways, world famous through William Shakespeare's association with Stratford-upon-Avon. But where it flows past Tesco Superstore underneath the Black Path Bridge in Rugby it is simply an appalling dumping ground. Back in 2010 Rugby Green Party carried out a survey of the River Avon next to the … Continue reading Tesco Trolleys Are Still Being Dumped in the Historic River Avon 7 Years After we First Raised the Issue!

Rugby Borough Air Quality Is An Issue Of Grave Concern For Residents

With the Royal College of Physicians estimating 40,000 deaths per annum are attributable to air pollution, the Green Party takes the issue seriously. Here are some of the issues we face in Rugby and why the forthcoming Air Quality Status Report is vital Last week the BBC reported on an investigation into Cheshire East Council’s … Continue reading Rugby Borough Air Quality Is An Issue Of Grave Concern For Residents