Tamworth Greens local election leaflet now available for download!

Tamworth Greens held a very successful stall in Tamworth Town Centre last Saturday (17th April).

We handed out 200 leaflets publicising out local election campaigns and engaged in a number of conversations. Many people expressed a disappointment that we were not able to stand in their area or that we were not fielding a General Election candidate as an alternative to the tired old politics of the tired old parties!

Your Green candidate for Glascote

Simon says: "I have lived in Tamworth since 1992 and brought up my family here. As a parent, it's natural to think about the kind of world your children are growing up in, and try to find ways to make it better:

- What sort of start are we giving our young people and how well are they equipped for the challenges they face? - Where will the jobs of the future come from? - How will we provide affordable homes? - What will be the cost of climate change if we don't work together to make a difference? - How can we help older people stay independent and afford a comfortable retirement?

Throughout my working life, I have always worked for voluntary and community organisations in paid and voluntary roles. I have been a school governor and sat on the boards of a number of local public bodies.

Your Green candidate for Amington

Carol was our candidate for the Amington Division in the County Elections in 2009 and polled very well. She is now standing in the same area for the local council.

Carol says: "I have lived in Amington for 24 years, and my husband and I have brought up our daughters here. I am a retired advisor on school phobia and alternative education for the home educators network in South Staffs.

Your Green candidate for Stonydelph

Lisa lives and works in Tamworth. She has 2 children and is a primary school teacher in Stonydelph. She previously worked for over 10 years in the social housing sector as a housing officer and community development manager.

Tamworth Greens would like to say a big 'thanks' to Garry Jones who has just moved to take up an exciting new job in Yorkshire.

The local council elections will take place on the same day as the General Election- 6th May We are standing three candidates- Carol Chadwick in Amington, Simon Johnson in Glascote and Lisa Crane in Stonydelph.

Tamworth Greens have pledged that if elected in Tamworth they would do everything possible to put pressure on the county council to support local Sure Start centres. Conservative Leader David Cameron has signalled he would cut support to children and their families trapped in poverty.

Tamworth Greens would like to wish everyone in Tamworth a very happy and green 2010

The new local political group aim to offer the people of Tamworth a real choice when it comes to election time. Tamworth Greens promote social and environmental justice through campaigns, direct action and the electoral process.