The Press - York

I came to York in 1993 and, like lots of people, liked it that much I stayed. Getting a balance between new and interesting developments and keeping York special for future generations was what
really hooked me. I was elected by the good people of Fishergate as a Green Party Councillor in 2007.

Good riddence to Sir Ian Blair

I am pleased to hear of the resignation of the Metropolitan Police Chief, Sir Ian Blair.

Competition: longest grass growing in drain

Who can take a photo of the longest grass growing out of a highway drain?

Tribute to fallen soldier

My next-door neighbour Jack Harland died peacefully in hospital on 4th September aged 83. He was an amazing character, hugely admired by his neighbours and, really, anyone with whom he came into contact.

York Green Festival

York Green Festival : 'live' bands, acoustic music, dance DJs, ethical traders, children's play, solar cinema, healing area, food and fun.

Government ignores bee colony collapse

In June there was an article in The Press in which I called on the Government to fund research into 'colony collapse' in the bee population.

The Railway Children at the NRM

I went to see York Theatre Royal's production of The Railway Children at the National Railway Museum. Brilliant.