UK Promoted Newswire Archive
Ryanair ejected by Manchester students
29-10-2011 22:55
Ryanair had to cancel a marketing event at the University of Manchester Students Union earlier this week after students dismantled their promotional stall in protest against the company's record on the environment and workers' rights.
Ryanair had advertised to hold a stall from 12pm to 3pm last Thursday (29th October 2011) . However, at 12.30pm, a group of around nine students began dismantling the company's banners and display boards and popping their promotional balloons. The Ryanair sales team soon left the building.
Students said the action was in anger at Ryanair's disregard for the dangers of climate change by aggressively marketing cheap flights. They said the action was also taken in solidarity with disgruntled Ryan Air workers. Last August, Ryanair worker John Foley staged a rooftop protest at Liverpool John Lennon Airport against the company's anti-union activities and poor record on workers rights.
Physics student Catherine Redcliffe said, "Ryain Air's relentless pursuit of profit over all other concerns is trampling on workers rights and endangering our future at the same time. The aviation industry takes more money out of Northwest region than it puts in."
Nonetheless, Ryanair seemed adamant that the day had been a success claiming that their staff were "about to pack up and head home" when the stall was disrupted at 12.30pm, even though they intended to stay until 3pm. Spokesperson Stephen McNamara said, "Ryanair thanks the Plane Stupid clowns for once again turning a good promo into a great promo."
Student Union democracy
The students, who did not claim to be from any particular group, were further angered at Student Union management for renting the space to Ryan Air in the first place. Previously, students had voted that their Union should campaign on climate issues and not have business relations with environmentally-damaging companies.
Geography student Marc Hempton, 20, said, "I wanted to show how Ryanair's presence was a breach of our democratic process. This is my Union and our collective decision had been sidelined by unelected management. We shouldn't allow environmentally damaging companies in our Union where we have fought for positive policies on climate change and against relationships with unethical companies. I'm glad we sent them packing for the day."
On Wednesday, activists had petitioned the Union management with letters signed by students to cancel the promotional event. Management refused, saying that Ryanair stall was bringing in extra cash.
Hempton added, "In some ways, this is a microcosm of problems regarding climate change and workers rights. Where making a quick profit is prioritised at the expense of people and our environment, it makes it harder to address these issues and creates bigger costs further down the line."
Smash EDO Halloween Demo
26-10-2011 23:18
The Occupied Times of London - newspaper issue #1
26-10-2011 18:55
The first issue of The Occupied Times of London has been published and distributed. Produced at the Occupy London protests 26th October 2011
View and read http://issuu.com/theoccupiedtimes
http://theoccupiedtimes.com
http://twitter.com/OccupiedTimes
CONTENTS
02 Editorial
03 Occupy London
03 Sunday Church Service
04 Recycling Job
04 This is Revolution
05 Why I Hate Samba
06 Past Tents
08 Money Talk
09 Real Democracy,
09 Real Decisions
10 Occupational Therapy
11 Are You An Anti-capitalist?
EDITORIAL
It's now over a week since more than 3000 people first occupied St. Paul's, and many of us are still here. The transformation of the site has been incredible.
We have a kitchen serving food around the clock in accordance with health and safety regulations, an info tent, recycling centre, library, university, prayer tent, tea room, tech centre, legal office, and now: a newspaper.
It hasn't been easy, and there have been hiccups, but the speed and efficiency with which the camp has come together is a small triumph for democratic non-profit co-operation outside the rigid framework of traditional, hierarchical power structures. As well as a space in which to develop ideas, the site itself serves as an example of how things could be different.
There have been some key moments along the way; St. Paul's initial backing was crucial, and were it not for some ‘direct action' when the general assembly granted police permission to erect a barrier along the shop side of the camp, it might not feel as homely. This was not, though, a failing of the GA.
Although the initial decision was eventually overturned, the second consensus meeting - held while a group blocked the police barrier - resulted in us constructing our own non-imposing divide on our own terms. Psychologically, it was important to demonstrate that this is our space, and that we will not be dictated to.
Since then, we have established a second camp at Finsbury Square in response to pressure from the church for us to move on. Finsbury Square is not a replacement for St. Paul's; it's an extension, and this movement will continue to expand until effective change arrives.
This publication - produced in an often unpowered, unlit tent towards the back of the camp - does not speak for the movement. Instead, we aim to host a variety of opinions and philosophies, advance the debate, report on significant events and challenge the narratives of mainstream media.
Everyone within this movement agrees on at least one thing: the system as it is cannot go on. We must seek alternatives, and we must do so together as a people with new emphasis placed on equality. Privilege of all kinds must be challenged, and we hope you will help this newspaper to be part of that effort by reading, contributing, and adding your own voice to its pages.
http://www.occupylondon.org.uk
http://www.occupylsx.org
http://twitter.com/OccupyLFS
Plans afoot to criminalise squatting in residential buildings
26-10-2011 17:49
Despite the respondents to its very own consultation overwhelmingly supporting squatting, the Government is still moving full steam ahead to criminalise a solution to emptiness. It's a farcical situation! But one which may have far-reaching consequences...Occupy Bristol Round-Up 26th October
26-10-2011 16:55
A round-up of news from/about Occupy Bristol and the wider movement..OccupyFS Site Update Day 3
25-10-2011 00:55
It's been a very successful 3rd day at Occupy Finsbury Square
It was really inspiring this morning talking to people going to work all throughout the morning. Was amazed to see so many people coming up and saying they supported us. The info front tent does need more people to do shifts, but I'd really recommend people do the morning just to experience how much support there is. One problem though, is that this level of support we're getting from people just isn't coming across in a lot of the mainstream press reports about the occupations. We've also been giving out flyers with the statement printed on it to passers by.
One nice story was a chap in an armani suit being quite critical of us this morning, then another person going to work stopping and beginning to argue with him, and before we knew it there were like 10 people having their own debate about the issue right infront of the camp.
Media wise we had CNN, Bloomberg, Sky and AFP all down today doing pretty fair and positive pieces and interviews. All saying how well organised and peacefull this camp is.
We also talked to lots of investmant bankers today, some with negative views on us some with positive. Because of this we're organising a discussion in the yurt on saturday with some investment bankers and invite participation.
There are now over one hundred tents set up at Occupy Finsbury Square - so many in fact that we need to discuss plans for allocating new areas. Some tents are free for new arrivals to use - see shelter group to find out which.
There were visits today from Islington Borough Council, Parks and Green Spaces, Health and Safety, and London Fire Brigade, who all toured the occupation camp and had nothing but praise and positive feedback for how organised we are. We're getting wheelie bins delivered for recycling and general waste. As regards toilets it looks like we will come to an arrangement with the council - there's another meeting tomorrow and we hope that the situation will be resolved then.
One of the main things people were saying was, 'We know things have gone wrong but what's your solution?' and 'we agree with you but we need to know the alternatives'. So we're encouraging them to come here and discuss their views of the alternatives.
Tomorrow (tues) at 12.15pm we've invited people to come along and debate or critique the occupation's statment and on Wednesday there's a banker coming to run a sesson 'Confessions of a City Banker'. The Yurt if available for scheduling workshops and talks - contact the free university to propose a session.
Blackboards are bing sorted out to put up daily schedules and updates. There's a load of art materials that have been donated so there's plenty of stuff to make placcards and banners. Pallets are available for making walkways, esp given the forcast of rain we now have. A new group is also forming for workshops to teach useful community tools and skills, as well as a new process working group.
The Kitchen crew have been doing a great job, and say that they welcome help from people who have experience of cooking for large numbers. Each day a few people are needed to do the washing up after meals (rather than everyone washing their own dishes). Donations have been flowing in as well as people offering money too. Also some local businesses have been supportive and some restuarants have even offered to cook for the camp on some future dates to show their support.
Email: occupyfs _ at _ gmail.com
Twitter: @occupyfs
Wishlist: http://occupywiki.co.uk/Finsbury_Square/Wishlist
(notes taken from the General Assembly held this evening - mon 24th)
The Week of Auctions: Services under the hammer
24-10-2011 16:32
The government is planning to sell off ALL our public services - join the ‘Week of Auctions’ to protest!Pics: OccupyLSX and UKuncut demand Hartnett resign
24-10-2011 12:55
Over 50 people today marched from the OccupyLSX camp to the offices of Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on Whitehall to demand the resignation of HMRC boss Dave Hartnett. AS they chanted "Hartnett out!" as police tried to push them away from the doors of HMRC and into a fenced off 'protest area. Passers by were leafleted and a meeting to discuss the issues held.
press release: http://www.ukuncut.org.uk/blog/uk-uncut-and-occupy-london-to-descend-upon-hmrc-to-demand-resignation-of-boss-hartnett
UK UNCUT AND OCCUPY LONDON TO DESCEND UPON HMRC TO DEMAND RESIGNATION OF BOSS HARTNETT
For immediate release
Tel: 07415063231 / Email: ukuncut@gmail.com
High quality photos/video available from 2pm tomorrow
Campers at Occupy London and activists from direct action group UK Uncut will join forces to descend upon the head office of Her Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on the afternoon of Monday 24th October to demand the resignation of HMRC boss Dave Hartnett [1].
Protesters- outraged at Hartnett's role in approving secret sweetheart deals to let mega-rich corporations off billions in tax- will gather at the Occupy LSX camp at St. Paul's Cathedral at 12 noon before marching on HMRC's head office at Whitehall in an attempt to reach Hartnett's office.
Hartnett was, last week, again dragged in front of parliament's Public Accounts Commitee to answer questions on dodgy deals with Vodafone and Goldman Sachs that cost the taxpayer up to £6bn and £10m respectively [2]. MPs on the committee accused Hartnett of abusing his position to "cover up his own mistakes".
A survey last year found that Hartnett was Whitehall's most 'wined and dined' civil servant, treated by corporations 107 times in 3 years to top a survey of 172 senior civil servants [3]. Tory MPs and commentators from across the political spectrum have joined the call for Hartnett to resign [4] [5] [6].
Occupy London supporter Kyshia Davey said: "HMRC has just announced it will be going after 146,000 pensioners to demand hundreds of pounds from them following a tax code cock-up. Meanwhile, its boss is striking secret deals with opulent corporations to let them off billions of pounds in tax. Hartnett is fatally undermining public confidence in the UK's tax system at a time of austerity and he must resign immediately."
UK Uncut activist Sam Gilbert added: "Whilst 25,000 rank-and-file staff at HMRC have been fired, leaving the organisation almost incapable of functioning, Hartnett has been carving out a career as the most 'wined and dined' civil servant in Whitehall. The money from Vodafone's £6bn tax dodge alone could have prevented all of the cuts in public services over the past year."
[1] http://www.ukuncut.org.uk/blog/time-to-resign
[2] http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/banksandfinance/8832473/Hartnett-pledges-to-answer-questions-on-odd-tax-deals.html
[3] http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/politics/7833886/Whitehalls-most-wined-and-dined-civil-servant-is-HMRCs-Dave-Hartnett.html
[4] http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2011/oct/23/tax-avoidance-goldman-dave-hartnett?CMP=twt_iph
[5] http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2051131/The-man-taxes-belief-fair-play.html?ito
[6] http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2011/oct/23/tax-dodging-goldman-sachs-greece?newsfeed=true
Occupy Bristol: One Week Later
24-10-2011 10:55
Bristol has been occupied for a whole week. What began as two tents midday last Saturday has grown to over 40 today, over the week numbers have fluctuated as people drop in and out to fulfil commitments to their work and family but steadily the movement is growing
Bristol has been occupied for a whole week. What began as two tents midday last Saturday has grown to over 40 today, over the week numbers have fluctuated as people drop in and out to fulfil commitments to their work and family but steadily the movement is growing.
Talking to people around the site it quickly becomes apparent how well organised the campaign is, especially without a coordinated leadership. Meetings are held each morning to discuss the pressing issues of the day, the day to day running is delegated to those most willing and most able to help. Everyone is encouraged to contribute in whatever small way they can to collectively run the campsite. Occupy might not be getting much praise from our Conservative overlords but it really is the model for the Big Society.
It takes a lot of effort to keep the campaign running. The camp is run on donations from supporters of the cause, from local businesses, political groups and from regular people. A finance officer collects and distributes the money to buy food and fresh water. A chemical toilet is a possible investment once funds can be raised as the facilities provided by the Marriot and the local library will become stretched if the camp grows much more. A media centre is run out of the back of art gallery to allow the cause to be promoted and spread online and a kitchen tent provides food for the occupiers. Tai-chi and meditation classes are run in the day and a family event is planned for tomorrow.
The people involved have had little to no experience of doing this before, it’s all still a learning process for them but the progress made in just the last week is impressive. That isn’t to say that the camp hasn’t had problems. Trouble in the camp has mainly come from the revellers parading down Park Street, one incident last week had a group begin tearing down the signs and banners, and threatening the occupiers. The police however were helpful and recognised that the outsiders were posing a danger to the peaceful protest and removed them. Security at the site has been tightened up and there are occupiers staying up all night to protect the rest of the camp from any further trouble.
The camp is very laid back and engaging, plenty of friendly people sit around on the chairs and sofas that have been donated and talk about the problems they face, the solutions they propose and everything else besides. The camp acts as an open forum to discuss the issues we face as a nation, and there is lively discussion, from a surprising range of people. There were teachers, social workers, people working in community groups, a guy that had been a commodities trader, people in healthcare, charity workers, council workers, programmers, a surgeon, the unemployed and the homeless. Everyone has a different set of issues, and a different angle on the ones they share.
From the people I’ve talked to on the outside I think the protest has rather an image problem. Many assume that the people staying on the green are simply the work shy with nothing better to do, exploiting the donations of others for their own benefit. They’re dead wrong. To typecast the whole movement grossly underestimates the people there.
The most persistent and most visible may be those that can dedicate the most time to the protest. What the people that haven’t been down to see the camp miss is the daily turnover of those that are working that come down to show their support, the people that camp on weekends because their kids need to go to school and the hundreds that go past and read the banners and placards and walk on glad to see someone with the time to dedicate to the cause.
Some might see the campers as the undesirables that society doesn’t need, but they are the public face of many thousands of “normal” people who agree with what they’re trying to say and can’t be there in person because they have their own personal struggles to deal with. Discounting a movement based on the image of the people supporting it rather than the message they are promoting is the easy option, and exactly what the powers that be would rather you do.
But the message of the protest is has been completely misrepresented in the media so many ordinary people still have no idea of what the campaign is about. The movement has been branded by the mainstream media as “against the banks”, little further discussion is needed to maintain the narrative of “hippy protesters cause trouble for taxpayers by illegally camping and griping about the free market”. It is beyond the scope of the broadsheets to legitimise the protest by having a full discussion of what they are actually about.
Anyone criticising that Occupy has no clear demands has missed the point. At this stage Occupy is a focusing lens for discussion of the wider problems facing our society, to make a demand they need to form a consensus, to do that they need to organise and to do that they need to gather and collect people to the movement for change. To make a real contribution to better society a fuzzy and diffuse stage is necessary, over the coming months we can expect the campaign to harden into a tool that can actually be used to pry our government open and allow people rather than corporations back into governance.
A common thread is that the world we’re in now is no longer a democracy but a corporatocracy The common person has no say in how the country is run, which is okay if we have people in power that are acting in our best interests. But I don’t believe that is true anymore and many agree with me. To get yourself heard you need a couple of million pounds of lobbying money and some mates that went to Eton.
It is the biggest globalised industries that have the closest attention of our leaders and they have only their shareholders interests in mind. Maybe you subscribe to the “trickle down theory” but I don’t buy that either. Big industry may be the biggest profit makers but they certainly don’t pay their way in tax, once you can offshore your operations then you can pay a lower percent in taxes than someone on minimum wage. It may be legal but it doesn’t make it right.
This isn’t a question of party politics, Labour are just as guilty of pandering to big business as the Tories despite what they may have been saying to the contrary. What we need is a way to return the government that has OUR interests at heart and not one that hopes business will sort out our problems for us.
The Occupy movement is only in it’s infancy, but as they learn and improve they will only become more effective in promoting the message for change. Let’s make a system that works for the 99% and not for the 1%.
http://www.blottr.com/bristol/breaking-news/occupy-bristol-one-week-later
Authored by http://twitter.com/#!/therealelsid
Nottingham Occupation continues: Saturday Day 8
24-10-2011 02:55
Saturday 22 October 2011
The occupation of the Market Square, continues ......
Last night, people moved their tents and kit from the area immediatly outside the Council House, to the other end of the square, adjacent to the water feature.
The council wanted the site to erect a christmas tree. Also there were other events the protest would have disrupted. Numbers have since swelled even more.
This morning, there was also a related gathering:
The Hardest Hit campaign Demo: Market Sq. Nottm
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2113
Hundreds of people had gathered in Market Square, to listen to speeches and offer support to the many disabled people being 'hardest hit' by Government Policies of cuts to services.
*****
Occupy Nottingham
Part of a global movement in solidarity with other occupations across the globe.
We aim to occupy the Market Square Area of Nottingham from Saturday 15th October 2011 as part of an ongoing non-violent/peaceful demonstration.
Broadly speaking, we aim to show that we will no longer tolerate the corporate greed and Government corruption that threatens our way of life and everything we work for.
Currently our government strips away our civil liberties and public services, all in the name of greater profit for banks & corporations who exert far too much influence and control over our supposed leaders.
We want to encourage and inspire people to work together towards a fairer society for all, rather than the current system where the rich few get richer and the rest of us get left behind.
Ways you can help
Join us in our occupation
Tell friends and family about the movement
Donate food, water, clothing, blankets, tents, anything that will make our stay more comfortable - winter is coming! [See wishlist below]
Film us, take photos, question us - share the info with the world (the media certainly won't)
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook: @OccupyNotts & OCCUPY Nottingham for Global Change
Email: occupynottingham[at]hotmail[dot]co[dot]uk
The story so far ........
Nottingham is occupied [Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2079
Nottingham Occupy 1 The March
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2085
Nottingham Occupy 2 The Rally
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2086
Nottingham Occupy 3 Uncut Tour
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2090
Nottingham Occupy 4 Market Square
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2095
Nottingham Occupy @ Market Square Day 2 Sunday
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2096
Nottingham Occupation continues: Wednesday Day 5
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2103
Nottingham Market Square continues occupied, Day 7
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2110
Nottingham Indymedia have now added a further feature with more links ......
Nottingham Occupation Continues [2nd Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2100
____________________________________________
ALAN LODGE
Photographer - Media: One Eye on the Road. Nottingham. UK
Email: tash@indymedia.org
Web: http://digitaljournalist.eu
Member of the National Union of Journalists [NUJ]
____________________________________________
"It is not enough to curse the darkness.
It is also necessary to light a lamp!!"
___________________________________________
<ends>
The Hardest Hit campaign Demo: Market Sq. Nottm
24-10-2011 00:55
Saturday 22 October 2011.
Hundreds of people gathered in Market Square, Nottingham, to listen to speeches and offer support to the many disabled people being 'hardest hit' by Government Policies of cuts to services.
There was also music and poetry from inspirational local group Moveable Feast. Speakers shared their views on the present and proposed changes. A number of local people spoke from their own experiences about what the cuts to benefits and services meant to them as disabled people, trying to live independent and fulfilling lives.
Many also were part of the 'Occupy Campaign' who were camping out in Market Square to protest at the wider politic, wot appears to be causing all this distress in the first place!
Disabled people, those with long-term conditions and their families are being hit hard by cuts to the benefits and services they need to live their lives. The Hardest Hit campaign, organised jointly by the Disability Benefits Consortium (DBC) and the UK Disabled People’s Council, brings together individuals and organisations to send a clear message to the Government: stop these cuts.
The Hardest Hit campaign
http://thehardesthit.wordpress.com
*****
Earlier reports on related matters:
ATOS National Day of Action: Notts contribution 1
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2051
ATOS National Day of Action: Notts contribution 2
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2052
Nottingham protest rattles Atos {Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2053
National Day of Action Against Atos 30-09 [UK Feature]
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2011/10/485679.html
____________________________________________
ALAN LODGE
Photographer - Media: One Eye on the Road. Nottingham. UK
Email: tash@indymedia.org
Web: http://digitaljournalist.eu
Member of the National Union of Journalists [NUJ]
____________________________________________
"It is not enough to curse the darkness.
It is also necessary to light a lamp!!"
___________________________________________
<ends>
OLSX Finsbury Square 23.10.11
23-10-2011 16:55
A few photos of OLSX occupation of Finsbury Square Sunday afternoon 23.10.11
Time will tell...
occupy LSX report and pics
23-10-2011 14:55
despite the media reports that st paul's had to close due to 'health and safety' concerns, yesterday afternoon saw not only a strong presence at the LSX occupation, but also a new successful occupation at finsbury square in the heart of the city.
click on image for larger version. 'some rights reserved' - free for credited non-commercial use, otherwise contact author for permission
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media reports on friday evening quoted the dean of st paul's announcing with heavy heart that 'health and safety' concerns meant that st paul's had no choice but to close its doors and that as a result, the occupation, which had 'made its mark', must now move on.
it was odd then, that on saturday morning, despite these health and safety issues, a school visit went ahead at the cathedral, and a wedding took place - surely madness to put these children and the happy couple at such risk?
in the meantime, while the repurcussions of the dean's annnouncement are yet to make themselves felt, yesterday afternoon the occupation group put on a series of workshops and events to encourage more people to join them, and a samba band went on a stroll with a couple of hundred people, ending up at finsbury square, where a new occupation began, with around twenty tents and two tripods quickly established. the first reaction from the met police who cover the square was fairly low-key compared to the crazy and violent over-policing at st paul's last saturday.
when i arrived at st paul's in the afternoon, their 'info' marquee was very busy, with a long line of interested newcomers waiting for help. in front of the steps, hundreds of people listened to music and poetry over a small sound system. one of the highlights was a performance from excentral tempest, with her superb conscious rap poetry.
the plan at present is for the LSX occupation to continue, and for numbers to grow at both sites.
BNP's Nick Griffin in Hastings Today
23-10-2011 11:25
The far-right British National Party will be wheeling out its elusive chairman and MEP Nick Griffin in Hastings this afternoon (Sunday 23rd). Anti-fascists will be there to greet him.Nottingham Market Square continues occupied, Day 7
22-10-2011 02:55
Friday 21st October 2011
Nottingham Market Square continues occupied : Day 7.
But, Council want to put a christmas tree there! Now, in October ... grrrr!
I took these nightime piccys, before people were about to move elsewhere in the Square.
*****
Occupy Nottingham
Part of a global movement in solidarity with other occupations across the globe.
We aim to occupy the Market Square Area of Nottingham from Saturday 15th October 2011 as part of an ongoing non-violent/peaceful demonstration.
Broadly speaking, we aim to show that we will no longer tolerate the corporate greed and Government corruption that threatens our way of life and everything we work for.
Currently our government strips away our civil liberties and public services, all in the name of greater profit for banks & corporations who exert far too much influence and control over our supposed leaders.
We want to encourage and inspire people to work together towards a fairer society for all, rather than the current system where the rich few get richer and the rest of us get left behind.
Ways you can help
Join us in our occupation
Tell friends and family about the movement
Donate food, water, clothing, blankets, tents, anything that will make our stay more comfortable - winter is coming! [See wishlist below]
Film us, take photos, question us - share the info with the world (the media certainly won't)
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook: @OccupyNotts & OCCUPY Nottingham for Global Change
Email: occupynottingham[at]hotmail[dot]co[dot]uk
The story so far ........
Nottingham is occupied [Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2079
Nottingham Occupy 1 The March
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2085
Nottingham Occupy 2 The Rally
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2086
Nottingham Occupy 3 Uncut Tour
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2090
Nottingham Occupy 4 Market Square
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2095
Nottingham Occupy @ Market Square Day 2 Sunday
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2096
Nottingham Indymedia have now added a further feature with more links ......
Nottingham Occupation Continues [2nd Feature]
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2100
Nottingham Occupation continues: Wednesday Day 5
http://nottingham.indymedia.org/articles/2103
____________________________________________
ALAN LODGE
Photographer - Media: One Eye on the Road. Nottingham. UK
Email: tash@indymedia.org
Web: http://digitaljournalist.eu
Member of the National Union of Journalists [NUJ]
____________________________________________
"It is not enough to curse the darkness.
It is also necessary to light a lamp!!"
___________________________________________
<ends>
Friday update from #occupyLSX
22-10-2011 00:55
General Assembly report back and quick update:
Following a presentation of the letter from the Dean of the cathedral where he set out his reasons for taking the unprecedented step of closing the Cathedral, and the reading of the OccupyLSX press release initial response, the assembly had discussed in small groups the course of action. There were passionate contributions during the report backs with many questioning the official line from the Dean over health and safety.
Some said obviously that it would look bad with the cathedral closing, but that it was necessary to challenge this notion. There was overwhelming support for the camp to remain and to use the events planned over the weekend to highlight the issues behind the protest. There was consensus and a big cheer when they agreed to stay over the next days and try and resolve the situation.
The media team is preparing another press statement which includes supportive quotes from members of the clergy who were attending evensong.
The legal team noted that the camp is under no legal obligation to go, and that a series of legal steps would need to be gone through in order for an eviction process to be started.
The Faith working group has drafted a statement that faith groups can sign to support the occupation and an alternative sunday service will be held at 9am since the dean decides to close the cathedral to its normal service.
Various working groups have been meeting to discuss worst case scenarios and what to do in the case of a police eviction in order to ensure people are calm and that people have sufficient space to pack their things should they want to leave.
Tomorrow (Sat) sees the 'meet the movement' outreach day and the one week anniversary of OccupyLSX.
There's also a march tomorrow on Saturday, leaving OccupyLSX at 2.30pm, destination is a surprise! the activities and march tomorrow has been endorsed by the Unite trade union.
The tent city university lectures tomorow during the 'meet the movement' outreach day, will be a teach out - walking to the location at 2pm.
Recycling and waste management on site is going well, with the council remaking that the recycling they're been collecting is upping their figures for recycling in the area. Volunteers were requested for the weekend when there will be a lot of visitors who maybe aren't used to the recycling system, to ensure that collected waste is sorted into the right types.
The tranquility 'night watch' mediation team will be on duty 10pm-8am to address issues of noise and disturbance.
The main topics for discussion tonight at the assembly were then:
- a call to action?
- concrete proposalsof what to do next
- why we are staying
This Week in Palestine week 42 2011
21-10-2011 20:55
Occupy Nottingham: Day 7
21-10-2011 20:55
The occupation of Nottingham's Market Square has made it into its seventh day.
While the strain of a week without enough sleep is beginning to show, the occupation is still going strong.
The food market on the square had earlier taken place around the occupation, although this was over by the time I arrived.
There were lots of supporters milling around the camp and many curious revellers.
I didn't see anybody who was causing any trouble (and haven't all week), but I understand that there had been some issues with other users of the square who are rather the worse-for-wear.
If you can, get down to the square and support your local occupation.