Local Election Survey 2018 – Candidates
We’re surveying candidates in Greater Manchester for the 2018 election. Find out more about the survey.
Below is a summary of the responses across the areas of Greater Manchester. Where a candidate has already responded, you can see their response. If your candidates haven’t yet responded, follow the Twitter link to ask them to!
processClimate Change
Manchester should be leading with these targets as a starting point.
Divestment from Fossil Fuels
Walking and Cycling
Cycling and walking should be encouraged through integrated policies such as those recommended by Chris Boardman
Air Quality
There should be a requirement for schools to promote the growth of pollution reducing foliage to supplement parking exclusion zones.
Biodiversity
Measures to ensure bee populations thrive are essential for all other plant and crop development.
Plastics
The reduction of single use plastics should be prioritised by all public bodies.
Aviation
Undecided
Newer planes are reducing emissions substantially but will take time to be introduced.
Energy Efficiency
Undecided
Zero carbon status could be a difficult standard to demand but environmental and climate considerations should be prioritised along with health and safety issues for all buildings.