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Extinction Rebellion put thousands of kid’s shoes in Trafalgar Square urging government to remember children during coronavirus recovery
In the early hours of this morning, Extinction Rebellion has covered London’s Trafalgar Square with nearly 2000 pairs of children’s shoes, with people holding a banner that reads ‘Covid today > Climate tomorrow > Act Now’. The installation urges the Government to act on the climate crisis during the coronavirus recovery to protect younger generations against the effects of an even deeper crisis that continues to intensify.
16-17 May: Extinction Rebellion to create pop up bike lanes and say ‘No Going Back’ to busy, polluted streets as lockdown eases
This weekend Extinction Rebellion groups across the UK are inviting people to ‘Reclaim the Streets’ and join them in peaceful, physically distanced protest in their towns and cities. They are calling for the government to prioritise public health and well-being as the UK lockdown is eased and to invest in safer streets for walking and cycling.[1] Groups taking part include Islington, Lambeth, Hackney, Exeter, Staines and Manchester.
BREAKING: Extinction Rebellion spray fake oil onto Barclays HQ calling on them to act responsibly and divest from fossil fuels
A small group from Extinction Rebellion have sprayed fake oil onto the Barclays headquarters in London’s Canary Wharf this morning with fire extinguishers. They came with a simple message, for Barclays to act responsibly and ‘Stop pouring billions into the fossil fuel economy’. The protest has taken place on the morning when Barclays shareholders will meet virtually for their annual general meeting (AGM).
Emma Thompson stars in new short film about Extinction Rebellion, released online on 1st May
At midday on 1 May 2020, Extinction will be released online to mark the anniversary of the UK becoming the first country in the world to declare a climate emergency. The short film tells the story of a small group of determined activists, who – in the midst of a rebellion – are invited to meet with the Environment Minister, Lord Grant.
XR Midlands Response to HS2 High Court Ruling – ‘Choose life rather than HS2’
Photo above from Broadwells Wood Warwickshire in May 2019. Will there be bluebells this year? With the release of those arrested at Crackley Woods yesterday for protecting trees…
UPDATE 1st April – HS2 begins its Tree Felling season amidst the coronavirus crisis. Not an April Fool
In the face of coronavirus lockdown, HS2 contractors – including Laing Murphy, Five Rivers Environmental Contracting, PT Trees, and HW Martin amongst others – have travelled from…
HS2 contractors prepare for destruction of ancient woodland and attempt to ‘starve-out’ protesters
Email: press@risingup.org.ukPhone: +44 7969 083 371Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Media Assets | #ExtinctionRebellion #ActNow #Tellthetruth #ReThinkHS2 #StopHS2 #StopEcocide #HS2evidence HS2 security guards and bailiffs are attempting to ‘starve…
Extinction Rebellion pleads with Prime Minister to stop HS2 due to coronavirus risks
Email: press@risingup.org.uk Phone: +44 7561 098449 Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Media Assets | #ExtinctionRebellion #ActNow #Tellthetruth #ReThinkHS2 #StopHS2 In a letter to the…
Extinction Rebellion UK launches AloneTogether – a Regenerative Rebellion as part of the response to coronavirus
Extinction Rebellion UK launches AloneTogether – a Regenerative Rebellion as part of the response to coronavirus This is a world-changing moment. As coronavirus takes hold of our day to…
XR Youth join in Europe-wide digital action to say ‘get the polluters out of COP26!’
Together young people across Europe will create a ‘cyberstorm’ - a digital form of direct action which will target major polluters, key european figures associated with the Paris Agreement, as well as the UNFCCC. The young people will bombard their modes of communication by constantly calling their business lines, emailing them, twitter storming with #pollutersout, and posting on their facebook pages. The intention is to disrupt these companies' business for a day, and possibly longer, in order to send the message that they are not welcome at COP26 in Glasgow this year.
Extinction Rebellion UK on the May Rebellion and coronavirus
Extinction Rebellion UK - as part of a wider movement - exists to protect life, both now and for future generations. Right now we all need to prioritise public health, follow advice from scientists and doctors, and be mindful of the most vulnerable in our communities.
Extinction Rebellion, RSPB, Woodland Trust and StopHS2 unite to Stand for the Trees
This Sunday 15 March, Extinction Rebellion, StopHS2, RSPB, Woodland Trust, Save Cubbington Woods and Wildlife Rebellion join forces in solidarity against HS2’s imminent felling of ancient woodlands in Broadwells, Crackley and Birches woods in Warwickshire.