Bristol & South Gloucestershire Conservatives

09/09/2026

📣 Have Your Say: What Would You Like to See in Emersons Green & Lyde Green?

🗣️ Have your say today and complete Rachael's Local Issues Survey:

https://www.bsgconservatives.com/local-issues-survey-0

08/09/2026

📣 Have Your Say: What Would You Like to See in Emersons Green & Lyde Green?

07/09/2026

🌳🦕 Protecting the green spaces we love!

Cllr Rachael Hunt visits the Willow Garden and its much-loved dinosaur in Emersons Green to talk about why our local green spaces are so important.

From family walks and children playing to places where our community can come together, these spaces are part of what makes Emersons Green special.

We must protect and preserve our green spaces for future generations. 🌿

💬 What local green space matters most to you?

02/09/2026

🚸 Good news for Christchurch Infant School! 🚸

Cllr Liz Brennan for Frenchay & Downend delighted to see the new road surface and road markings outside Christchurch Infant School in Downend completed in time for the new school year.

These improvements will help make journeys to and from school safer for pupils, parents and staff, while also improving the overall look and feel of the area.

A big thank you to everyone involved in delivering these works before the start of term. Wishing all pupils, teachers and families a fantastic new school year!

🏫 Christchurch Infant School, Downend
✅ New road surface completed
✅ Fresh road markings installed
✅ Ready for September

Cllr Liz Brennan for Frenchay & Downend

31/08/2026

CONSERVATIVES CALL FOR REVIEW OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FOLLOWING TEMPLE ISLAND CONTROVERSY

Read more at: https://www.bsgconservatives.com/news/conservatives-call-review-public-private-partnerships-following-temple-island-controversy

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Conservative Chief Whip Councillor John Goulandris will be revisiting issues arising from the Temple Island redevelopment at the next meeting of Full Council on Tuesday, 8 September.

28/08/2026

Please support by signing the petition

🚸 School safety must come first

With just days to go before the new school term begins, we’re calling on South Gloucestershire Council to urgently repaint the school road markings outside St Michael’s Primary School.

These markings are an important part of keeping children safe when arriving at and leaving school, while also providing motorists with clear guidance around the school entrance.

We want to see these markings repainted before the new term starts — helping create a safer environment for children walking to school and for motorists using the road.

🖊️ Please sign our petition and show your support:
👉 https://shorturl.at/vGscr

Our children’s safety should always come first.

Please sign and share the petition and help us make sure South Gloucestershire Council hears residents' concerns. 🚸

27/08/2026

Half of the UK's water companies - including Wessex Water and Thames Water - have now announced bans.

22/08/2026

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Let's improve our local community.

22/08/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝘂𝘁

The situation at Stoke Lodge Playing Fields remains a matter of deep concern for many local residents. People are disappointed that they are unable to use this important open space and are calling for the restoration of public access.

Steve Smith said: “Cotham School has decided to ignore the public access clause in its lease and likewise the four public rights of way. Preventing residents from accessing their local green space is unacceptable.”

Sharon Scott added: “It’s very disappointing that the Council won’t enforce the lease or the public rights of way. We will continue to press for enforcement for the community.
Let us know what you think by completing our survey at: https://shorturl.at/Fc2EP

20/08/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Downs are one of Bristol’s most valued open spaces, enjoyed every day by residents, families, dog walkers, sports groups and visitors.

Following concerns raised by local residents and campaigning by community group Protect The Downs, Bristol City Council took legal action regarding people living in vehicles on and around The Downs. In April 2026, the Court granted an injunction covering these areas.

Since the injunction was introduced, the caravans have gone. However, residents remain concerned that several vans are still arriving and staying overnight, raising questions about enforcement and concerns that vans may gradually return.

The injunction is legally binding, and residents want to see it properly enforced.
Sharon Scott, Chair of Protect The Downs, has been working hard to keep pressure on the authorities. Sharon said: “We have worked hard with the community to see the injunction put in place. People are frustrated that vans are still arriving and staying overnight despite the restrictions. We are asking Bristol City Council and the relevant authorities to provide clarity on their enforcement plans and take action to protect The Downs for the whole community.”