Big “No” at Heathrow.Stop Airport Expansion… we’re in it for the long haul! Pelt Geoff Hoon with red sponges on Saturday.

Opposition is gathering momentum following the official decision on Thursday to “allow” a third runway at the world’s busiest airport, and with it an increase in air traffic that is incompatible with reducing climate change.

As well as legal challenges, protests will continue before any direct action is needed. Monday’s Climate Rush at Heathrow and Manchester saw a musical suffragette’s picnic, supported by Women’s Environmental Network and HACAN ClearSkies among others. (See Indymedia report and media links.)

Decision Day Flashmob

This Saturday 17th January, 12 noon (on the dot),
Heathrow Terminal 5 Departures (‘Security North’ section):

Reveal your red t-shirt and then pelt Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon with red sponges!
Stop Airport Expansion – Hoon’s not listening! – Heathrow Decision Day flashmob – http://www.t5flashmob.com

A Facebook group has been set up, and the Artport group is looking for people to paint themselves red and strip off.

No Purchase Necessary

Greenpeace has bought land needed for the proposals and welcomes beneficial owners in their star-studded campaign.

Emma Thompson said: “I don’t understand how any government remotely serious about committing to reversing climate change can even consider these ridiculous plans.”

Alistair McGowan said: If it gets to the bulldozer stage, we’ll be here getting in the way. (emphasis added!)