The August 'riots' were portrayed by the media and politicians as the actions of 'greedy feral youth' within a 'criminal underclass'. Most of these politically loaded explanations were presented before what had happened was even known. Using hard research and the voices of participants, this event will provide an analysis of the 'riots' of August.
The August 'riots' were portrayed by the media and politicians as the actions of 'greedy feral youth' within a 'criminal underclass'. Most of these politically loaded explanations were presented before what had happened was even known. Using hard research and the voices of participants, this event will provide an analysis of the 'riots' of August, considering what (actually) happened, who was involved and how they did it. It will also critique the representation of the events in the media and mainstream politics.

A joint event hosted by Bristol Indymedia and Bristol Radical History Group at the Cube cinema, Dove St, Bristol. BS2 8JD, on the 7th November 2011 at 8pm and entry is £3/£4 but nobody refused for lack of funds. Includes a showing of the film 'Rebellion in Tottenham 2011'. All welcome! Full article | www.brh.org.uk