Earth First! Action Update
Archive of the Earth First! Action Update – the newsletter of the UK EF! network 1991-2012
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Stanworth Valley

On Monday 1st May the forces of darkness began the eviction of Stanworth Valley which was to last over 5 days and result in over 70 arrests, mainly under Section 10 of the 1977 Criminal Law Act. Teams of professional climbers and bum bailiffs openly flouted the law and put lives at risk whilst a slimy under-sheriff along with hordes of pigs and Grope 4 trolls looked on and slavered. Incredibly the gallant tree-pixies of Stanworth suffered only several minor injuries (including various slashings and bruises) protecting the trees from strange men armed with axes, Stanley knives and more. One of the Climbing companies used for the evictions was RTA of Sheffield, on 01246 861738, give them a ring and tell them what you think. Court hearings for 72 people from the NO M65 Campaign are on June 13th at Blackburn Magistrates Court and there will be a wicked party before, during and after the legal farce which masquerades as justice - so come along and give your support. There is still a camp in Stanworth valley so why not pop in for a visit. 0161 8617895