What we stand for
Six practical things that would make life better in Uttlesford, and what we would press for on each.
Homes people can afford
A better deal for tenants, more social and affordable housing, and homes that are cheap to heat.
- A better deal for tenants
- More social and affordable housing
- Funding from developers for the facilities families need
- Insulation to reduce heating bills
- Energy efficient new homes with the highest standards of insulation
Clean rivers and more wildlife
Cleaner rivers, healthier soils, more trees and better protection for the wild places we already have.
- Cleaner rivers
- Protect our streams and rivers, reducing sewage and pollution
- Work with farmers to increase biodiversity and the health of our soils
- Increase and protect wildlife habitats and corridors
- Give nature a real status in all planning decisions
- A broadleaf tree planted for every bedroom built
Buses, pavements and safer streets
Responsive, linked-up public transport, pavements and roads in good repair, and streets that are safe to walk and cycle.
- Responsive, linked-up public transport systems
- Improved pavements and roads
- 20mph urban speed limits to make cycling safer
Clean energy and local jobs
Cheap community energy for local people, and new green jobs and businesses.
- Cheap community energy for local people
- New jobs and businesses in a thriving green economy
- Solar panels on all available roofs and above car parks
- Developing education, training and apprenticeship opportunities
Schools and support for every child
Better support for children with special educational needs and their parents, and protection for village schools.
- Improved Special Educational Needs (SEND) policies that support children and parents
- Protect and enhance our village schools
- Promote pre-school and outdoor education
- Promote active travel and bus services to secondary schools
- Champion adult education
Local climate action
Urgent action on the climate crisis, working with businesses, farms, schools and communities across Uttlesford.
- Treat the climate crisis as the emergency it is
- Show decisive leadership in reducing greenhouse gases and encouraging sustainable lifestyles
- Maximise recycling and reduce waste
Where these come from
Drawn from our local manifestos
These priorities come from our 2026 county manifesto, our 2023 district manifesto and our 2021 local manifesto. They are a starting point, and we want to hear what matters on your street.
Draft: this wording is waiting for the party to sign it off.