NEWPORT'S ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT

That this House applauds the inspired work of Newport City Council and the people of Newport in achieving top place along with Plymouth for the lowest ecological footprint in the UK; is delighted that Newportonians are best at using public transport, reducing energy waste at home and consuming more locally-produced food; recognises the courageous leadership of the City Council in establishing the best value, most efficient and most ecologically sound waste management system in Wales; welcomes the foresight of the people of Newport in leading and co-operating with the city's green agenda; and looks forward to an intensification of Newport's brilliant achievements.