Manchester Thorntons

Four women from Manchester were stunned when they saw that Thorntons, the chocolate shop, claimed in their window displays that “1975 - women get equality” and “2001 - women finally got what they wanted - 5 new Belgium chocolates.”

Outraged by this offensive propaganda, they visited two Thorntons shops in central Manchester to show them what they thought and what they wanted! A letter was written to the manager explaining why they were there, their objections and demanding the withdrawal of the displays.

The window displays were graffitied “2001 - women get what they want - freedom, justice and equality” and “Smash Patriarchy!” . The shop windows had posters glued to them stating how women are still the subjects of domestic violence, rape and sexual harassment, and how we are seen as aggressive if we challenge oppression and discrimination. They got away from both shops before the police were called. A spray glue used was very quick drying and strong!

Visit your local store and show them what you think.