Menwith Women's Peace Camp

On December 2nd - 4th, thirty people were present for actions at Menwith Hill US Spy Base. These supporting actions were to encourage the Australian government not to renew leases on war bases. Three inner gates were locked and the A59 was blocked as protestors marched against these renewal plans. Workers were prevented from entering and leaving the base. There were no arrests. These actions were for a nuclear free and independent pacific. Actions continue: 01706 371387.

Kate Witham, who was charged with 21,000 damage to a radome for painting on it 'Peace, Truth, Justice, Freedom' will be in court on January 22nd. Support the defence fund. A 'sentence sweepstake' has been set up to fund the campaign. 50p a guess, entries so far range from case dismissed to 25 years. Cheques payable to: 'Peace House' at: 5 New Rd, Littleborough, Lancs, OL15 8PJ.

Helen John has been released. She was sent down for three months for one count of theft - a 5 hammer - and three counts of damage to drilling equipment.

The third weekend gathering and Solstice party will run from December 15th - 17th. 0585 329313.

'Peace Prisoner Support'issue 1, is now out and available c/o 16 Sholebroke Ave, Leeds, LS7 3HB. 0113 2629365. E-mail:cornerstone@gn.apc.org