Leeds EF! Protest Over Kirkstall Valley Development Plans

Leeds EF! locked themselves to the enhance doors, blocking public access to the offices of the Leeds Development Corporation on 3rd of June in protest at secrecy over development at Kirkstall valley. Police with bolt-cutters were called when the protesters refused to budge until LDC bosses answered questions about proposals for a supermarket and fast-food restaurant (no Mcprizes for who is Mcbehind this?).

“We have tried every conventional means to get information about these plans but the corporation refused to answer our questions. Today is the opening shot in a campaign of direct action. We are prepared to obstruct work on the site and contractors should be warned that they will be biting off more than they can chew.” said the crazy EF!er who spoke to the papers. The Kirkstall Valley Campaign, which has fought a long-running battle against developers, welcomed to day's protest.

Campaigners are waiting to hear whether or not Secretary of State John (“Fascists!”) Gummer will approve the scheme which has been scaled down due to the protests at the original planning application. Three people were arrested at the demonstration to prevent a further breach of the peace and they were held until 5pm.