Monthly Archives: October 2009
26/10/09: A Day to Remember in the Fight Against Coal
We defeated E.On’s plans to build the first coal-fired power station in over 30 years, which is definitely something to be proud of. But, as this week’s actions have shown, the fight against coal is far from over and concerned … Continue reading
Swoop update: Injured police officer – Statement from Climate Camp
As the Swoop unfolded today, one issue the media has drawn increasing attention to has been the number of injuries sustained by protesters and police. In particular the media has focused on one police officer who sustained head injuries and … Continue reading
Swoop Update @ 17.30: the media update
It’s time for another Great Climate swoop update. As the Swoop continues apace and the media finally start reporting we’re starting to see the usual manipulation and misinformation from the police. Around 2.30pm Nottinghamshire Police’s Chief Inspector, Linda McCarthy, told … Continue reading
The Latest Scoop on the Swoop: Update @ 13.30
It’s Swoop o’clock and the fences are coming down around Ratcliffe! People are already through the fences and on the coal pile. About 30 minutes ago a group of around 40 people pulled down fences on the East side of … Continue reading
Follow all the (direct) action live online
Activism is not just about taking action. It’s also about explaining to people what the action is about and and engaging in debate. What better way to help explain today’s Swoop on Ratcliffe-on-Soar than through a mash-up of Google maps, … Continue reading
Climate Camp Swoops On E.on Two Days Early
Just days before the Great Climate Swoop, the Camp for Climate Action has upped the ante in its bitter battle with energy giant e.on, by publicly occupying it flagship public relations YouTube channel, Talking Energy. Videos from Climate Camp, Plane … Continue reading