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Newbury

The A34 Newbury “Bypass” Euroroute is even more destructive than Twyford Down; 3 SSSI's, an AONB, 2 historic battlefields, and hordes of “specially-protected” species lie in the path of the bulldozers. It’s one of the most insane of the DoT’s insane plans - it must be stopped. It WAS last December, when Brian Mawhinney announced a YEAR-LONG review of the scheme, but after only six months, on the day he was reshuffled, he approved the road leaving George Young to pick up the pieces. Thank-you Brian; a valuable reminder of the integrity of politicians.

The next Twyford looms. The roads lobby certainly thinks it’s important, with the British Roads Federation leading a huge variety of vested interests in a rabid misinformation campaign. Meanwhile, the environmental movement is mobilising to support the local “Third Battle of Newbury” group: 4 complaints lodged with the EC; over 1000 local people pledged to “Beat the Bulldozer”. An epic struggle is on the way. The contract might be signed at any time - or it could take months. COSTAIN may well get it. Get into your local Costain office / site and discourage them NOW! A national rally will be held in Newbury on SATURDAY 29 JULY; be there. This must be as big a show of strength as possible. Phone 0171 566 1667 for info. There’s a camp on the route, and the campaign is ready for direct action. Sign the beat the bulldozer pledge and join the action - contact Third Battle of Newbury at PO Box 5520, Newbury, RG14 7YW.