UK Indymedia - UK Ecology Newswire Archive

Rossport Solidarity Group Take Action at Van Oord's UK Offices

16-06-2009 23:16

An account of todays (16/06/2009) action against Van Oord UK, owners of the dredgers operating in Broadhaven Bay, and in Solidarity with the people of Erris in their 10 year struggle,

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Letter to the United Nations Exclude Bayer from Global Compact

16-06-2009 11:47

The Coalition against Bayer Dangers, an international network based in Germany, today urged the United Nations to exclude the chemical and pharmaceutical corporation Bayer from the UN Global Compact. In a complaint to the Compact´s Executive Director, Georg Kell, the group points to Bayer´s recent serious violations of the Global Compact´s principles and integrity measures.

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Tyting Farm eviction alert

15-06-2009 20:20

A call-out from Tyting farm community...

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Dutch animal liberationists imprisoned, new address

15-06-2009 16:51

In April ELP reported the jailing of a Dutch animal rights activist, Peter Janssen, who has been accused of involvement in a raid on a mink farm. A second person who was arrested at the same time as Peter was later released without charge. However since then ELP has learnt of a third arrest. The third person is Naomi van der Pol and she has been remanded into custody. Naomi has been in prison for a month and a half now without any support, so it is vital we send her lots of messages of support from all around the world.

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Radioactive Tritium with your Tea? Yes, More Please say Sellafield Ltd

13-06-2009 12:44

Showing Support for the above: posted 12/06/09

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Lydd airport- Roimney Marsh- decision July 9

11-06-2009 16:39

The long awaited planning debate and decision on Lydd airport's expansion plans by Tory led Shepway District Council, Folkestone, Kent is to take place on Thursday July 9th -7pm at the Council offcies.

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Plane Stupid stage 'Corporate Takeover' at London City Airport

10-06-2009 03:00

5 Eco-activists have shut down operations at London City Airport’s private jet centre.

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Peruvian Police Accused of Massacring Indigenous Protesters in Amazon Jungle

09-06-2009 21:36

The link below is to a very, very good interview and news piece on the situation in Peru . Please share around for use in advocacy against the actions of the Peruvian government.

http://www.democracynow.org/2009/6/8/peruvian_police_accused_of_massacring_indigenous

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Paul Watson announces aggressive campaign to clear Mediterranean of illegal fisheries

09-06-2009 18:44

Captain Paul Watson, founder and leader of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has announced he will launch an aggressive campaign to clear the Mediterranean Sea of illegal fishing operations. Speaking at an event to mark World Ocean Day, at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam, Paul made his intentions clear. "There are more than 600 illegal fishing vessels in the Mediterranean Sea. If need be, we'll sink them all."

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The 300-350 Show: The Road to Copenhagen - Bonn, Week 1

09-06-2009 11:26

We start our coverage of the United Nations climate talks in Bonn with a look at some of the targets that rich nations are bringing to the table. We also flag up the dangers of the scientifically unfounded rush to include Biochar and large-scale no-till agriculture in the draft negotiating texts.

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Solstice cycle ride

09-06-2009 08:46

A pleasant cycle ride to Stonehenge to celebrate the summer solstice

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'End of the Line' film premier tonight

08-06-2009 16:21

Today is World Oceans Day and various cinemas are showing a documentary on over-fishing called 'The End of the Line'.

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Pictures from Kew Bridge Eco Village

08-06-2009 11:29

Pictures from Day 1 and 2 of the Kew Bridge/St George Eco Village

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The continuing plight of Rossport

06-06-2009 19:50

Please Spread Widely!

The last week has witnessed an escalation in confrontation between the
local community of Rossport, Co. Mayo, and the oil corporation shell.

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Direct Action; Switzerland, Germany, Uruguay, Finland, Colombia & Mexico

06-06-2009 17:16

2nd-6th June

CARS DESTROYED AT HOME OF NOVARTIS EXECUTIVE (Switzerland)
MEAT TRUCKS ATTACKED (Germany)
EFFIGY OF VIVISECTOR HUNG AT RESEARCH INSTITUTE (Uruguay)
WINDOWS SMASHED, PAINTED AT THREE FUR SHOPS (Finland)
ATTACKS ON POULTRY INDUSTRY (Colombia)
INCENDIARY DEVICE DAMAGES PAVING MACHINE (Mexico)

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London Eco-village occupation

06-06-2009 12:39

Around 70 protesters occupied an empty plot of land next to Kew Bridge in Brentford, London (NR TW8 0EW). They plan to setup an eco-village. This will showcase community based sustainable methods of living such as vegetable growing, compost toilets. They in the process of setting up tents and are cleaning the site of rubbish.

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3rd, 4th and 5th of july amsterdam cyclist declare a war on cars

04-06-2009 11:33

When the wars on cars begin we'll have: critical masses, alley cat races, tall bike joustings, bike wars, bike polo, road blockades, workshops, infostands, food not bombs, parties and a lot of fun! Bike action days, this summer in amsterdam.

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Shell causeway 'washed away' by Shell to Sea action

04-06-2009 11:30

Part of the Shell causeway extending into the sea at Glengad was removed by Shell to Sea protesters on monday evening. This was in protest at the illegal blocking of access to the public beach and to oppose the forcing of this unsafe project on the local community and the giveaway of Ireland's natural resources.

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Confrontation ensues as Shell vessels arrive at Rossport

04-06-2009 11:27

Monday the 1st of June saw the arrival of a multitude of assorted vessels to Broadhaven bay. The boats, which are subcontracted by The Royal Dutch Shell company, are attempting to prepare for works on the controversial Corrib gas project. Today however, their progress has been significantly impaired by resident Shell to Sea activists that had already gathered a small, albeit formidable, fleet of kayaks, ready to deploy within short notice.

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Direct Action & Solidarity; France & Mexico

03-06-2009 19:28

30th May - 1st June

BIRDS FREED, VEHICLES BURNT AT FARM (France)
POLICE POST TORCHED, ACTION INSPIRED BY MAURICIO MORALES (Mexico)
TELMEX: WE ARE THE STONE IN YOUR SHOE (Mexico)
ALF PAY ANOTHER VISIT TO LEATHER STORE (Mexico)