Reply To: Extinction Rebellion

Of course, it is still to be determined who was responsible. Certainly not Extinction Rebellion. And no it seems the couple who had been arrested who now have been released

Maverick eco-warriors? Perhaps but we do have a history of police agent provocateurs embedded within the environmentalist movement? But that is just another conspiracy theory

Many unions do target the dates of industrial action to maximise disruption.

My own union often used the Xmas period as a lever by threatening strikes and go-slows. Other unions do so too. It is purposeful, not accidental. Unions aim to make their industrial muscle effective as possible. Easter break is often used by the transport unions, isn’t it?

The risk of an air collision is indeed an important factor to consider and not lightly dismissed. It was reckless and stupid and i have no compunction in saying when found the culprits should face a lengthy jail sentence.

we have had many examples of laser pens being used, dazzling pilots and each November pilots complain of the close proximity of fireworks.

I’ll stick to my original guess – and guess it is – idiots. The simplest explanation

But my concern with ALB’s approach to direct action is that he initially condemned ER obstructing road traffic as a protest tactic that alienated the public. And later chided them for not risking Polish jails. Rather unsympathetic attitude, imho.  I suggest it is a legitimate form of non-violent demonstration not too different from sit-ins or sit-downs or chaining oneself to railings.