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edplowden.bsky.social
Ed Plowden
@edplowden.bsky.social
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Green Party Councillor for Windmill Hill in Bristol, with Lisa Stone
Chair of @bristolcouncil Transport Committee
MSc, CMILT, MCIHT
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Promoted by Ed Fraser on behalf of Ed Plowden (Bristol Green Party) both at 17 Great George St, Bristol BS1 5QT
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adambienkov.bsky.social
This would be a more convincing argument if Keir Starmer had not himself made a whole series of promises which he then declared completely undeliverable as soon as he became leader www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Greens’ ‘undeliverable’ promises will let voters down, says Labour minister
Exclusive: Darren Jones says Labour has to convince young people it is ‘modern party of the future’
www.theguardian.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:29 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
It is not true “England cannot effectively subsidise travel costs”. Retired people get free travel. By freezing the fuel duty escalator we are subsidising car drivers, which compounds inequality. See more here: bettertransport.org.uk/media/groups...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No free bus passes for under 22s, says goverment
The Commons Transport Committee recommended scrapping bus fares for young people in August.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 2, 2025 at 7:48 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
Great news; Metrobus has been a success and it’s being extended into South Bristol to serve more people
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Bristol's M1 metrobus service to be extended in £3.6m project
The plans will also see bus stops upgraded with new shelters and displays.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 8, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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bristolgreenparty.bsky.social
Bristol remains one of the few places in the country to continue to provide a fully funded Council Tax Reduction Scheme (CTRS) after councillors approved the approach for 2026/27: news.bristol.gov.uk/press-releas...
A graphic saying “COUNCIL TAX REDUCTION SCHEME PROTECTED: FOR 31,000 RESIDENTS. Fill in the council's consultation. Green Party.“
September 24, 2025 at 8:10 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
I am really pleased to support this campaign and to be a joint signatory with @carla_denyer .
carladenyer.bsky.social Carla Denyer @carladenyer.bsky.social · Sep 23
No-one should have to choose between getting the bus to vital appointments, and paying for other essentials like phone credit, clothing or legal documents. Along with @edplowden.bsky.social I've written to @mayorhelengodwin.bsky.social to call for free bus travel for asylum seekers.
September 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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zackpolanski.bsky.social
How do we fix this mess?
September 16, 2025 at 6:34 AM
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zackpolanski.bsky.social
We all need to be having these conversations.
September 14, 2025 at 7:43 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
We would love to see the water supply reconnected to the Victoria Park Water Maze, if you agree please sign this petition. you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/vi...
Victoria Park Water Maze, needs WATER!
The Water Maze in Victoria Park, Bristol is a unique and historically significant feature.  • Design and Construction: The maze was designed by Peter Milner and constructed between 1983 and 1984 ...
you.38degrees.org.uk
September 8, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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bristolgreenparty.bsky.social
More good transport news, #Bristol 🎉

“We’re introducing earlier morning services across the city to support shift workers, and adding hourly night buses on Fridays, Saturdays and bank holiday Sundays to help people get home safely and support Bristol’s night time economy.” – @edplowden.bsky.social
Planned changes including new overnight buses now in effect
Councillor Ed Plowden says the new changes will "help people get home safely"
www.bristol247.com
September 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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bristolgreenparty.bsky.social
We're really pleased to see Overton Road open for business, with a major project to reclaim the space for people and local businesses completed on schedule!

@edplowden.bsky.social says the works have “completely transformed” the street: news.bristol.gov.uk/press-releas...
Councillors Tim Wye, Ed Plowden and Emma Edwards sit at a table on the pavement outside Perfecto coffee, while a member of staff stands in the doorway. View of people walking and chatting in the newly-pedestrianised street, with local businesses in the background.
August 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM
edplowden.bsky.social
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Amazing footage of our very own steel elliptical arched bow string bridge with diagonal bracing and lattice infilled parapets. Also known as the Banana Bridge! Sadly someone has already tagged it, such a shame. We will ret and keep in top of it.
July 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
“I think Bristol’s doing some sensational work.” Thanks @chrisboardman.bsky.social
July 25, 2025 at 7:05 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
I love the simple truth of these black and white drawings starkly illustrating greenwashing.
davewalker.bsky.social Dave Walker @davewalker.bsky.social · Jul 21
Such an important feature on TotalEnergies by ITV Cycling and Matt Rendell on the Tour de France rest day programme this evening. In support: a repost of this drawing.
Cycling jerseys, drawing in black and white with text as follows: - 'Petro-chemical company causing climate change' - 'Country where prisoners are tortured' - 'Do some gambling' - 'State with terrible human rights record' - 'Oil company that downplayed the risks from climate change for three decades' - 'Sponsoring cycling makes us look green and ethical'
July 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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davewalker.bsky.social
Such an important feature on TotalEnergies by ITV Cycling and Matt Rendell on the Tour de France rest day programme this evening. In support: a repost of this drawing.
Cycling jerseys, drawing in black and white with text as follows: - 'Petro-chemical company causing climate change' - 'Country where prisoners are tortured' - 'Do some gambling' - 'State with terrible human rights record' - 'Oil company that downplayed the risks from climate change for three decades' - 'Sponsoring cycling makes us look green and ethical'
July 21, 2025 at 7:25 PM
edplowden.bsky.social
I am pleased to see that the resurfaced and more clearly marked bike lane in Bristol City Centre seems to be working better. We are monitoring it closely to see what further improvements may be needed. @Chris_Boardman @BristolCouncil @BristolCycling
July 18, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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christianwolmar.bsky.social
Shocking that Lillian Greenwood has agreed to this.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
‘Investing in destruction’: campaigners attack plans to fill Yorkshire tunnel with concrete
Government decision to infill disused Queensbury railway line comes amid calls for it to be converted to subterranean cycle path
www.theguardian.com
July 16, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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reformexposed.bsky.social
Reform’s membership ‘falls by almost 10,000 in a month’

www.thelondoneconomic.com/politics/ref...
Reform's membership 'falls by almost 10,000 in a month'
Having grown rapidly earlier this year, it seems as if Reform's membership numbers are starting to fall - significantly.
www.thelondoneconomic.com
July 11, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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patdbmcallister.bsky.social
Every MP who voted to plunge disabled people into poverty should be ashamed. This should be a millstone that follows them for the rest of their careers.

Green MP @carladenyer.bsky.social was the ONLY Bristol MP to vote against the cuts.

Vote Labour get Tory.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Government makes big concessions to avoid welfare bill defeat
MPs approved the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill but only after ministers made big changes.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 1, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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anotherjon.bsky.social
There's always a cartoon by @andy-singer.bsky.social that nails it.
A two-panel cartoon by Andy Singer. In the upper panel, titled "public investment", there's a road system, congested bumper to bumper with cars and lorries. The second panel, titled "wasteful subsidy" shows a tram.
June 29, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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chrisgrey.bsky.social
Reform: the party that literally couldn't organize a piss-up in a brewery. It's too easy a joke, but irresistible.
www.lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/politic...
Reform UK summer party planned for Lancaster Brewery is cancelled by venue
A summer party for Reform UK politicians booked for Lancaster Brewery has been cancelled by the venue.
www.lancasterguardian.co.uk
June 28, 2025 at 5:47 PM
edplowden.bsky.social
www.bristol247.com/news-and-fea...

Great work by ⁦‪@BristolCouncil‬⁩, a councillor and a local resident
Unauthorised billboards removed
www.bristol247.com
June 18, 2025 at 8:08 AM
edplowden.bsky.social
These advertising hoardings were erected without any planning permission in Totterdown, degrading the local environment. Really glad to see the company being forced to remove them by @bristolcouncil.bsky.social planning enforcement team. @adblockbristol.bsky.social
June 16, 2025 at 12:56 PM
edplowden.bsky.social
www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/news-op...
'Bristol's housing crisis is out of control after government failure'
"This is devastating lives"
www.bristolpost.co.uk
June 9, 2025 at 7:58 AM
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sarahjberry.bsky.social
40% of car trips in Bristol are under 2km and cost the city more than £300m a year says Cllr @edplowden.bsky.social #walkingsummit
June 3, 2025 at 10:04 AM
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livingstreets.bsky.social
Our Chair, James Lee opens the #WalkingSummit and welcomes our first guests:

🎤 Our CEO, @charitycat.bsky.social
🎤 Minister for Local Transport, @simonlightwood.org.uk
🎤 Cllr @edplowden.bsky.social, Bristol City Council
🎤 @carladenyer.bsky.social MP for Bristol Central (via video)
Catherine Woodhead, Living Streets' Chief Executive is presenting at a podium. James Lee is at the other side of the stage. Simon Lightwood MP is stood at a podium presenting.
June 3, 2025 at 10:06 AM