Sandy says he is the candidate to ‘get things done’ in the race for City Hall’s top job.
The Greens are positioning themselves as the rightful heirs to Bristol’s green and progressive credentials. But having come fourth place in 2016, they have a hill to climb. In the second episode of our election special series, Neil and Sandy chat about who will ‘get things done’ for the city, managing taxpayers money, transport, housing and whether the Greens can cut through to the electorate.
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Edition 25 Local Elections 2021
‘We just want to see change’: the Lawrence Hill residents feeling left behind by their councillors
Lawrence Hill is traditionally Labour but some residents are feeling let down by the current councillors. Can they hold onto Bristol's largest ward?
Edition 25 Features
The property boss behind empty buildings ‘blighting’ Bristol’s high streets
Despite the city’s housing crisis, empty buildings dot popular neighbourhoods. While the council has pledged action, its toolkit against owners remains limited.
Edition 25 Opinion Local Elections 2021
‘We need a ‘Bristol Beacon’ in every community’
As Bristol pours money into the Bristol Beacon refurb, it’s time to ask for more for our independent music and arts venues.
Edition 25 Coronavirus In Bristol Photography
Raise a glass: Bristol’s pubs have had a tough year in and out of lockdowns
Pubs are back from the latest lockdown, but it’s been a tough year for Bristol’s landlords who’ve struggled to keep afloat through the many changes over the last year.
Investigations
Luke Naish’s family ‘still having to fight’ after ‘uncritical’ inquest into his death
Luke’s Naish’s loved ones say care he received from Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership was inadequate, and that his inquest did not deliver justice. They are the third family to criticise the Avon Coroner in recent years, and are now seeking a judicial review.
