From CAT HILL FOREST PROTECTION CAMP
To CAT HILL PERMACULTURE UNIVERSITY
ECO-VILLAGE
COMMUNITY SOCIAL CENTRE
FREE SCHOOL
CAT HILL FOREST PROTECTION CAMP
Eco-warriors, activists and local residents have occupied one of London’s last ancient forests, because it is under threat of being destroyed to build luxury housing.
There are some particularly interesting circumstances surrounding this situation: The land concerned had been bequeathed in perpetuity to the poor children of the local community for their education. The land previously hosted Middlesex University, who were trustees and not owners of the land. They fraudulently sold the land to London and Quadrant Housing Trust. Their partners in crime, Enfield Council, gave planning permission to build luxury flats.
A powerful thing about this situation is that we have a strong legal argument not just to stop the destruction of the forest and building of luxury flats, but also to legally and officially create a PERMACULTURE UNIVERSITY, ECO-VILLAGE, COMMUNITY SOCIAL CENTRE, FREE SCHOOL.
CAT HILL PERMACULTURE UNIVERSITY
ECO-VILLAGE
COMMUNITY SOCIAL CENTRE
FREE SCHOOL
Cat Hill could be a launchpad for many good things.
Community garden allotments,
Library,
Activist tech office media centre,
Workshops, classes, lectures, talks,
Concerts, theatre, cinema screenings,
Music and art studios,
Youth and community outreach,
Peoples kitchen,
Etc…
CAT HILL NOW ENLISTING:
Activists, eco-warriors,
Musicians, artists, poets,
Teachers, builders, gardeners,
Local residents,
Etc…
LETS MAKE OUR VISION A REALITY
LETS START NOW
Thursday, 17 July 2014
Tuesday, 15 July 2014
Earth First! Summer Gathering 2014, August 28-31st, South West
Earth First! Summer Gathering 2014, August 28-31st, South West
The Earth First! Summer Gathering is an annual camp for people involved in radical green direct action to come together, to talk, share skills, learn, listen, play, rant, find out whats going on, scheme, live outdoors, hang out, laugh, experience non hierarchical, low impact, family friendly living.
The year the gathering will be in the South West from August 28-31st 2014. The exact location will be announced 2-3 weeks before the camp on earthfirst.org.uk and efgathering.weebly.com
For more details about the gathering go to efgathering.weebly.com If you would like to run a workshop at the gathering please contact 
earthfirstsummergathering@riseup.net
earthfirstsummergathering@riseup.net
If you have any questions please contact southwest.earthfirst@riseup.net Please share with your networks.
southwest.earthfirst@riseup.net Please share with your networks.
In solidarity, Earth First! Summer Gatherings Collective
Monday, 14 July 2014
"Grasp the Nettle" film on Kew Bridge Eco village and parliament Square democracy Village occupation now downloadable WATCH IT be Inspired
Great film put together by Dean Puckett on the Kew bridge Ecovillage and Democracy Village occupation of Parliament square.
never doubt that a small group of dedicated people can change things.
These people are good friends deep respect to these dedicated warriors for peace and a better future.
Phoenix visible in early circle at Kew Bridge and Parliament square before the court case.This occupation was one of the most frontline in over 20 years of direct action camping.
The heart of the political war Machime occupied with a peace camp, we couldn't believe we were getting away with it.partly it may have been due to the timing of the occupation, there was technically no government for 9-10 days as no party had won an election majority and no coalition had been formed.
It was Mayday / Beltane the beginning of summer, during which we maintained a massively visible presence for Peace. every day thousands passed this place, all parts of government were constantly reminded on the way to work that, a large amount of the Public did not want to support these illegal,unlawful wars for resources.
The actions of this time spread out many ripples across the world.
This occupation of a square in the centre of political power helped to inspire in some way future occupations of squares and public places. (Www.takethesquare.net)
The peoples Assembly of parliament square, raised a lot of awareness that many people in Britain opposed the illegal wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
It was covered by media from across the UK and the world.
Peace not War
Following the critically acclaimed 'The Crisis of Civilization' 
http://crisisofcivilization.com comes filmmaker Dean Puckett's newest film: 'Grasp The Nettle' http://graspthenettlefilm.com.
http://crisisofcivilization.com comes filmmaker Dean Puckett's newest film: 'Grasp The Nettle' http://graspthenettlefilm.com.
"a powerful film"
- The Guardian
"Fascinating and hugely uplifting" ****
- ViewLondon
"An important film " ****
- London Film Review
"a vital grassroots documentary which grapples unflinchingly with activism and protest in austerity Britain"
- Leeds Film Festival
Grasp the Nettle follows the exploits of a ragtag band of land rights activists in London as they struggle against corporations, government, police - and themselves - in their efforts to create alternative communities outside the framework of consumer society.
When an eco-village pops up on a piece of disused land in West London , film-maker Dean Puckett gives up everything - his flat, job and normal life - to live among its eclectic inhabitants in an effort to understand what makes them tick. Before he knows it, he is pulled into an epic, inspiring and at times harrowing journey of discovery, as he follows the villagers from the suburbs to the heart of London outside the Palace of Westminster, where they occupy Parliament Square. Their ranks swelled by the homeless, the visionaries and eccentrics of the new-found Democracy Village clash with authority, and each other, as they grapple with how to balance their ideals of freedom with the increasing chaos around them.
Shot over three years in the aftermath of the 2008 banking collapse, Grasp the Nettle is an intimate exploration of the rise and fall of two radical social experiments, pioneered by the loved and the lost of a city reeling from the impact of economic and ecological crisis. In the process, it asks hard questions about the nature of freedom and the meaning of activism in 'interesting times'.
Visit http://graspthenettlefilm.com for information about the film, including how to organise your own screening.
INDYMEDIA LINKS:
London Eco-village occupation
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/431835.html
Pictures from Kew Bridge Eco Village
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/431921.html
Update from the Kew Bridge Eco Village
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/433013.html
- The Guardian
"Fascinating and hugely uplifting" ****
- ViewLondon
"An important film " ****
- London Film Review
"a vital grassroots documentary which grapples unflinchingly with activism and protest in austerity Britain"
- Leeds Film Festival
Grasp the Nettle follows the exploits of a ragtag band of land rights activists in London as they struggle against corporations, government, police - and themselves - in their efforts to create alternative communities outside the framework of consumer society.
When an eco-village pops up on a piece of disused land in West London , film-maker Dean Puckett gives up everything - his flat, job and normal life - to live among its eclectic inhabitants in an effort to understand what makes them tick. Before he knows it, he is pulled into an epic, inspiring and at times harrowing journey of discovery, as he follows the villagers from the suburbs to the heart of London outside the Palace of Westminster, where they occupy Parliament Square. Their ranks swelled by the homeless, the visionaries and eccentrics of the new-found Democracy Village clash with authority, and each other, as they grapple with how to balance their ideals of freedom with the increasing chaos around them.
Shot over three years in the aftermath of the 2008 banking collapse, Grasp the Nettle is an intimate exploration of the rise and fall of two radical social experiments, pioneered by the loved and the lost of a city reeling from the impact of economic and ecological crisis. In the process, it asks hard questions about the nature of freedom and the meaning of activism in 'interesting times'.
Visit
http://graspthenettlefilm.com for information about the film, including how to organise your own screening.INDYMEDIA LINKS:
London Eco-village occupation
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/431835.htmlPictures from Kew Bridge Eco Village
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/431921.htmlUpdate from the Kew Bridge Eco Village
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2009/06/433013.html
Villager
Homepage: http://graspthenettlefilm.com/
Homepage: http://graspthenettlefilm.com/Saturday, 12 July 2014
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
Rochester square community garden Camden http://rochestersquare.org.uk
Rochester Square Gardens is a project in the heart of Camden, providing a warm environment to share and grow with the community.
ttp://rochestersquare.org.uk
Sunday, 6 July 2014
RECLAIM THE POWER SUMMER PLANS ANNOUNCED – 12TH – 19TH AUGUST 2014
RECLAIM THE POWER SUMMER PLANS ANNOUNCED – 12TH – 19TH AUGUST 2014
Last year hundreds of individuals gave up their spare time to descend upon a field near Balcombe where a company called Cuadrilla were conducting exploratory drilling for shale gas. We know the presence of our action camp shook the industry, with Cuadrilla halting their drilling while we remained within view.
But while the frackers stood still, we were altogether more productive. Many felt inspired to take direct action for the first time in their lives, a vast programme of diverse workshops took place, and countless new friendships were formed from across and beyond the UK.
Since Reclaim the Power, the battle against fracking and extreme energy continues. There are a great deal of committed individuals who remained at the Barton Moss fracking site throughout the freezing winter months, and others now stand ready and waiting at Bassetlaw and Nottingham.
Yet, the battle is far from won. All three major political parties remain loyal to the extreme energy industry, major multinational companies are starting to move in on shale gas, and we still have an aggressively pro-fracking mainstream press.
That’s why this August we will return, bigger and better, to an extreme energy site somewhere in the UK. This year’s camp promises popular education, movement building, and collective action to address the root causes of climate change, fuel poverty, and undemocratic corporate power.
What can you do?
Firstly, put the dates in your diary: 12th to 19th August 2014.
Secondly, get involved in the organising. Despite many comments from friends and foes about the organisational sophistication of Reclaim the Power, this was through enthusiasm rather than expertise. We aim to organise as a non-hierarchical network of individuals, seeking to share our skills are embrace new ideas.
Peace News Summer Camp 2014 31st July to 4th August 2014
31st July 2014 to 4th August 2014
Peace News Summer Camp 2014
Peakhill Farm, Theberton, Suffolk IP16 4TG
Web: www.peacenewscamp.info
Book your tickets here: http://tinyurl.com/pnsc2014bookings
Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/PNSCFB2014
Peace News Summer Camp, now in its sixth year, helps build a radical movement for the future by creating an inclusive, participatory community today. A family-friendly and renewably-powered camp, we’re running from 31 July – 4 August, in the beautiful grounds of Peakhill Farm in sunny Suffolk.
In 2014, we’re bringing peace and justice activists from across Europe to help us mark the centenary of the First World War – and to declare peace on the 100th anniversary of the day that Britain declared war on Germany. We will also have workshops and discussions, practical skills sessions, delicious vegan food cooked by Veggies, films, fun and DIY entertainment, a bar, a campfire, and activities and facilities for children and families.
Our wonderful speakers will include Professor Paul Rogers of Bradford School of Peace Studies.
Web: www.peacenewscamp.info
Book your tickets here: http://tinyurl.com/pnsc2014bookings
Facebook: http://tinyurl.com/PNSCFB2014
Peace News Summer Camp, now in its sixth year, helps build a radical movement for the future by creating an inclusive, participatory community today. A family-friendly and renewably-powered camp, we’re running from 31 July – 4 August, in the beautiful grounds of Peakhill Farm in sunny Suffolk.
In 2014, we’re bringing peace and justice activists from across Europe to help us mark the centenary of the First World War – and to declare peace on the 100th anniversary of the day that Britain declared war on Germany. We will also have workshops and discussions, practical skills sessions, delicious vegan food cooked by Veggies, films, fun and DIY entertainment, a bar, a campfire, and activities and facilities for children and families.
Our wonderful speakers will include Professor Paul Rogers of Bradford School of Peace Studies.
Address: Peakhill Farm, Theberton, Suffolk, IP16 4TG.
Directions:http://peacenewscamp.info/details/#where
Postcode: IP16 4TG
Price: £20 - £100
Phone: 0207 278 3344
Email: peacenewscamp@googlemail..com
Web: www.peacenewscamp.info
Saturday, 5 July 2014
London Permaculture Festival Sunday 6th July 2014 Cecil sharp house Camden 11am-6pm http://www.londonpermaculturefestival.com
http://www.londonpermaculturefestival.com
Frack Attack in East Yorkshire www.schnews.org.uk
Published on 3rd July 2014 | Part of Issue 860 | Print Friendly Version
Grapes of Rathlin
Frack Attack in East Yorkshire
Convoys of trucks carrying equipment descended on West Newton yesterday, where Rathlin Energy are commencing their exploratory fracking drilling. As the first major activity at the East Yorkshire site kicked off, a handful of protesters and many more anxious locals could only watch in horror as the fracking trucks made their way along the long single track lane towards the well.
The convoys were protected by hundreds of police and riot vans, while local residents were blocked from accessing their own homes and one elderly resident burst into tears at the scale of what was happening.
West Newton is one of two locations in East Yorkshire that Rathlin are attempting to frack. At both West Newton and Crawberry Hill, Rathlin have had planning permission for exploratory drilling since 2012. Earlier this year they also got Environment Agency permits that last until September, in the case of Crawberry Hill, and longer in the case of West Newton. “We knew they were due to do the tests at either site at any time”, says our source from campaign group HEY Frack Off.
Small protests camps were set up at both locations in May. Crawberry was the larger, with number averaging at 20: Not only was it looking likelier that Rathlin would hit there first as the permits ran out sooner, but it's nearer urban centres like Beverley and Hull. Crucially, it is in the area of the massive underground aquifer that is relied on for drinking water for much of the population of Hull and East Yorkshire: “If that were to be contaminated it would be an absolute catastrophe”. So far, Crawberry Hill has yet to see any significant activity.
Over at West Newton, the protection camp has been tiny but doggedly persistent. The villagers in the very rural area have been slow on the uptake but now seem to be waking up to what's about to happen on their doorsteps. At first, they'd been bizarrely anxious about the camp and upset about the protesters' presence, rather than their villages surrounding a hellmouth of the environmental armageddon.
“It's an unbelievably conservative area. Some people didn't even want to contact HEY Frack Off because of our 'controversial' name!”, says our contact. “Most of the local residents have swallowed Rathlin's line and their PR hook, line and sinker.”
But recent well-attended public meetings, and individual conversations, have shown awareness is slowly starting to sink in. Maybe the locals are slowly starting to organise?
Just to show how much they respect the local residents, when the convoys came onto site at West Newton yesterday, they “ran roughshod” over the planning conditions that had been agreed between the local council (East Riding of Yorkshire) and Rathlin Energy to sweeten the fracking pill for local residents.
Firstly, they failed to give the stipulated 14 days notice before any activity commenced. Sneaky, but not surprising given the momentum the anti-fracking movement's been gaining. Secondly, they spectacularly flouted the traffic management plan which promised local residents no more than one truck every ten minutes. Yesterday saw two massive convoys of lorries – around 65 vehicles entering the site. Needless to say, the well pad was crowded.
In terms of policing, our contact reports: “Police have said they have learned from the mistakes of Barton Moss and Balcombe where they allowed peaceful protest in the form of slow walking in front of vehicles down public highways. It's been made quite clear in East Yorkshire that anyone who gets in the way of a vehicle on the public highway will be arrested immediately.”
Police have even admitted to campaigners that it's a “game of numbers”, and that if there were as many protesters as police they'd have to review their tactics.
The location of the West Newton site is so rural that keeping up communications – from simple phone calls to live streaming – is difficult. The campaign is encouraging any potential protectors to get in touch. The camp phone number is 07773739937.
Keywords: environment / climate change, police
Friday, 4 July 2014
Thursday, 3 July 2014
Le squat sportif squatted leisure centre last cabaret sat 12th July www.maddcollective.com
Hello wonderful people, Le Squat Sportif the squatted leisure centre in Camden is coming to an end. To celebrate all that's happened here over the past 6 months we're going to give the building the send off it deserves. We'll be having a cabaret to remember on the 12th July. Check out www.maddcollective.com , www.Facebook.com/maddcollective to stay updated.
Cat hill protest fri 4th July 8 pm jamming and drumming come support saving this haven if nature
The Cat Hill Protest N*E*W*T* Festival Will Be Continuing This Weekend With A Jam Hosted By Del & The Souladelic Warriors on Friday Eve 4th July From 8pm. 1st Left After Tent from Cat Hill Roundabout And Follow Road Round. Musicians,Poets, Rappers, Bohemians, Listeners All Welcome. Bring Own Drink/Smokes.
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Wednesday, 2 July 2014
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