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Change one thing

By Jayne Richmond | Wed 18th December 2019 - 12:02 pm

The results are in. To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. I am sure many of you are feeling the same way.

To fight off the doldrums of despair, I’ve been looking at positive ways forward. To that end I am championing the ‘change one thing’ ideas campaign.

What is it?

Change one thing is simple. Challenge yourself and other members and supporters to think of one campaign which, if successful, would make a big positive difference to people’s lives.

We’re not just talking big things here either (though there is no harm in aiming high!).

It could be campaigning for more baby changing facilities in spaces accessible by all genders. Let’s not just shove the changing table in the women’s toilets please.

Or preventative, for example Cllr Emma Sandrey has suggested mental health check-up as standard. The mental health equivalent of a dental visit or eye exam. Embedding good mental health in to our medical routines and helping spot problems before they become crises.

Or strategic, Maria Pretzler highlights how giving more control over bus routes to councils can help local communities and reduce our reliance on cars.

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