UK Newswire Archive
The Census
17-03-2011 10:23
Not specifically a Nottingham issue, but relevant to people all over the country, is the upcoming UK government census. Aside from all of the usual arguments against state intelligence gathering, this time the census is being administered by US arms dealers Lockheed-Martin. This is a repost of some information that might be useful to those considering non-participation.
with the controversy over lockheed martin's involvement with the uk 2011 census, many people are considering non-participation - here are some useful facts to bear in mind
number of people estimated to have avoided the 2001 census: more than 3 million
number of people successfully prosecuted for refusal: less than 60
therefore odds of being prosecuted: 50,000 to 1 against
process to prosecute: authorities have to send extra letters, official legal warnings, extra visits. they have to talk to you in person and interview you "under caution" during which if you refuse, they finally have enough evidence to launch a prosecution.
it is refusing that is unlawful. if you happen to be busy, on your way out, just visiting, promise to do it later, etc etc then that is not unlawful.
stand up and be counted! don't let lockheed martin snoop on you.
Bahrain: U.S. backs Saudi military intervention, conflict with Iran
17-03-2011 09:11
The U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates visited Bahrain three days before the launch of the Saudi military intervention. The U.S. Fifth Fleet, one of six used by Washington to patrol the world's seas and oceans, is headquartered near Manama, where between 4,000-6,000 American military personnel are stationed. Unlike Tunisia and Egypt, U.S. military partners but not hosts of American bases, Bahrain is vital to U.S. international military and energy strategy.
Sizewell Exclusion Zone
17-03-2011 07:27
1. In 2007 the fuel pond leaked at Sizewell A and it was only accidentally detected by some contractors since the workers ignored the various alarms.
2. Sizewell B was forced to shut for 7 months last year due to problems with its primary cooling system. During the closure a fire broke out in some graphite filters but was eventually put out by 12 fire crews and site fire workers.
3. In February this year Sizewell B was forced to shut again due to another problem with its primary cooling system
Natwest Bank Damage in Hucknall Road, Nttm
17-03-2011 01:24
Having seen this item on the newswire:
"Nat West Bank attacked" http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/1045
... just got back from photographing this damage at the Hucknell Road branch of the Natwest Bank.
This is the latest in a number of actions referencing the cuts to public services while on the other hand many say corporations and banks are evading their tax liabilities.
Nat West Bank attacked
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/1045
Nottingham Natwest Bank shut by anti-cuts protesters
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/995
Notts Uncut campaigners shut Natwest Bank [Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/1005
some may remember earlier cuts-related damage here:
Smashed Windows & Graffiti @ Conservative Offices
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/677
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Email: tash@indymedia.org
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It is also necessary to light a lamp!!"
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An Anti-Social Document Prepared in Secret by the European Commission
16-03-2011 23:45
The Secret Pact: its complete text, here presented as obtained by the European Deputy Patrick Le Hyaric.Commonwealth Games Village Human Rights Neglect
16-03-2011 23:23
Commonwealth Games Village Human Rights Neglect
On Tuesday the 15th of March, Margaret Jaconelli a home-owner in the way of development for the Commonwealth Games Village will make a second appeal to the court of session to request that she is adequately compensated for the home she owns on Ardenlea street which Glasgow City Council is
An anachronistic industry at its most dangerous.
16-03-2011 22:39
A short article on the practical and ethical failings of the modern nuclear industry provoked by redent events in Japan.Rolls Royce sells its soul to the Defenders of Beelzebub
16-03-2011 22:07
The mother of all wars, Nuclear War, is upon us.Work Weekend at Rossport Solidarity Camp
16-03-2011 21:18
KENNEDY (et al) GERMANY presentations
16-03-2011 21:02
in the last week there were two presentations in Germany about Mark Kennedy, and undercover cops, including those uncovered recently in Germany+AustriaMental Illness, Discrimination and the Benefits System Tues. 22nd 8pm Glasgow
16-03-2011 20:40
Public MeetingMental Illness, Discrimination and the Benefits System
Tuesday 22nd March, 8pm, The Free Hetherington
JAPAN: Twilight of the Nuclear Gods
16-03-2011 20:19
Racism and Animal Rights.
16-03-2011 20:03
From time to time people are going to have to challenge racist behaviour in pretty much any movement, and the animal rights movement is no different. The same can be said for any other sort of discrimination.Flashback:How the forgotten city of Halabja became the launchpad for war on Iraq
16-03-2011 19:29
(Not) Wanted Jon Collins
16-03-2011 18:24
On March 17th, Nottingham City Council met to agree a budget which slashed millions of pounds from vital services. Campaigners disrupted the meeting, forcing it to be halted for almost an hour. Later on they were also able to confront council leader Jon Collins.
Apart from making various excuses about why he was passing on central government cuts, Collins claimed that he would be attending the anti-cuts march in London on March 26th.
This poster (which can be adapted to a flyer or poster as required) should make it easier to recognise Collins should anybody want to have a friendly chat with him about the council's budget.
Feeder March Saturday 26th March 2011
16-03-2011 17:20
Palestine Today 03 16 2011
16-03-2011 16:37
Scotland's census - Don't Co-operate!
16-03-2011 16:22
Census forms are dropping through letterboxes in Scotland. Some vital information is missing from them.
Calling for a ceremonial burning of census forms on 26 March 2011.
16-03-2011 15:47
There should be a mass demonstration against the intrusive nature of the questions on the census forms at the rally in London on 26 March.