Camp Titnore Eviction??
dormouse | 09.09.2006 14:58 | Ecology | South Coast | World
Why has the eviction not happened?
Because the cops have been busy at the Islamic school in Crowborough apparently. It's rumoured however to be happening any time after Wednesday this week (Sept 13).
Background:
Titnore Woods are one of Sussex coastal plain’s last remaining ancient woodlands facing the bulldozers of Tescos, and housing developers Heron, Persimmon Homes and Taylor Woodrow.
Protestors have held out for almost four months with support from local residents in Durrington, Worthing and beyond. The camp faces eviction following the loss of the appeal at the High Court on Aug 29, despite representation from Green Party barrister Hugo Charlton.
The development for 850 houses and a new Tesco hypermarket is not quite a done deal. Conservation group, the Worthing Society, is calling for a judicial review. Road wrangles, a 10% concession for community facilities yet to be agreed, and protected species such as dormice, bats and badger, are further legal obstacles.
As one of only two ancient woodlands surviving on the coastal plain - the other Binsted Woods at Arundel is also threatened by development – it is vital to defend it to the last.
For the latest news and how to get there: www.protectourwoodland.co.uk.
Because the cops have been busy at the Islamic school in Crowborough apparently. It's rumoured however to be happening any time after Wednesday this week (Sept 13).
Background:
Titnore Woods are one of Sussex coastal plain’s last remaining ancient woodlands facing the bulldozers of Tescos, and housing developers Heron, Persimmon Homes and Taylor Woodrow.
Protestors have held out for almost four months with support from local residents in Durrington, Worthing and beyond. The camp faces eviction following the loss of the appeal at the High Court on Aug 29, despite representation from Green Party barrister Hugo Charlton.
The development for 850 houses and a new Tesco hypermarket is not quite a done deal. Conservation group, the Worthing Society, is calling for a judicial review. Road wrangles, a 10% concession for community facilities yet to be agreed, and protected species such as dormice, bats and badger, are further legal obstacles.
As one of only two ancient woodlands surviving on the coastal plain - the other Binsted Woods at Arundel is also threatened by development – it is vital to defend it to the last.
For the latest news and how to get there: www.protectourwoodland.co.uk.
dormouse
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09.09.2006 23:05
1. Please bring emergency food supplies to the campers, so they can stay up in the trees as long as possible. Plus polyprop rope and other handy supplies. They also welcome all supporters wishing to join them at this crucial stage.
2. Please keep an eye out for any signs of impending eviction (heavy machinery, police vans etc). Early morning dog walkers are encouraged to head to the Titnore area! Please phone the camp on 0780 4245324 the moment you see anything.
3. If you hear that eviction has started (a likely first posting is on the newswire at South Coast Indymedia) please try to get down there if possible and also alert anyone else you know who would be interested. Supporters who can't get onto the site will gather in Fulbeck Avenue, where media will also be directed.
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http://www.freewebs.com/titnore/