The message IS getting through
A Protester at the London March | 15.10.2001 12:08
Guardian article reports Blair's 'concern' over public 'unease' and protests. Govt. tries to censor papers/media as a result.
A bit snipped from the article:
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Ministers are concerned that the broadcasts may spread fear among British citizens, so undermining morale and the economy.
The government is also concerned that the repeated call to arms may have an impact on British Muslim communities.
Ministers were surprised by the size of the anti-war demonstration in London on Saturday, attended by around 20,000, according to police estimates, as well as the large Muslim presence on the march.
The BBC denied it was involved in a confrontation with the government.
"There is no row at all," said a spokeswoman. "We will listen to what they have to say."
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Follow the link for full story.
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Ministers are concerned that the broadcasts may spread fear among British citizens, so undermining morale and the economy.
The government is also concerned that the repeated call to arms may have an impact on British Muslim communities.
Ministers were surprised by the size of the anti-war demonstration in London on Saturday, attended by around 20,000, according to police estimates, as well as the large Muslim presence on the march.
The BBC denied it was involved in a confrontation with the government.
"There is no row at all," said a spokeswoman. "We will listen to what they have to say."
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Follow the link for full story.
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15.10.2001 23:55
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