During the climate camp, workers at Nippon Express faced another instance of Heathrow's multi-nationals placing profit over people and planet. Warehouse staff for the Japanese air freight company were on strike for three days during the climate camp, opposing a change of contract that would see workers lose over £1000 in pay as well as 60-75 hours of holiday time each year.

A group of climate campers headed down to show their solidarity at the picket line. They brought with them drums and a banner which proclaimed “Bosses = exploiters of the workers = destroyers of the planet”. They found a group of workers who are committed to getting a better deal and who are willing to take further strike action until they get results.

On the picket line, it was explained: “We would like the company to reengage in negotiations to get an amicable settlement which won't erode the terms and conditions of our members.”

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