We wont let fear rule the streets, It’s right to protest
Public Forum, Weds 8th June, 7pm, Central London Voices include: Jody McIntyre Alfie Meadows Tony Benn UK Uncut Bryan Simpson (arrested for occupying Millbank) The Guillotine 3 (under suspicion for conspiracy to commit street theatre during the Royal Wedding) John Mcdonnell MP Sara Tomlinson –NUT & Stop Kettling our Kids Some general discussion plus practical organising Followed by banner & placard making for court protests Web: www.defendtherighttoprotest.org Fb group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=711751821#!/event.php?eid=170090789719057/> DOWNLOAD B&W LEAFLET http://defendtherighttoprotest.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/JuneForumA53.pdf/> The right to protest is under serious threat. From the student protests against fees to the M26 TUC anti-cuts demonstration, the police are resorting to extreme tactics including kettling, mounted horse charges and battering protesters. These actions are designed to intimidate and undermine a growing protest movement against government cuts. They represent serious attacks on our right to protest – that we can beat. In Spain the real democracy movement defied attempts to ban their occupation of the country’s squares inspiring the world with their slogan “without fear.” In Britain up to a million workers are preparing to strike against austerity on June 30th. Anti-cuts and student groups have pledged to join them. The best way to defend our right to protest – is by protesting. But we must also campaign to make sure no one is left behind – not Alfie Meadows or Bryan Simpson or the Fortnum & Mason occupiers all of whom face prison terms for the sole crime of taking a stand against cuts. Support arrested protesters The meeting has been called to build support for Alfie Meadows, Bryan Simpson, Fortnum & Masons occupiers and other protesters facing hearings over the next few weeks. Show your support for them. 9th June (Alfie Meadows) and 10th June (Bryan Simpson) Westminster City Court, 70 Horseferry Road, at 9am on each day. More info www.defendtherighttoprotest.org
1 Jun 2011 - 12:05 by WDNF	Peoples Movement | comments (0)