Another digital ad screen painted by activists
A controversial digital billboard above the M32 near Stapleton Road has been covered in paint in a targeted overnight action by activists. Continue reading Another digital ad screen painted by activists
Author: James Ward
Founder of The Bristol Activist, a news blog for protest and activism in Bristol. @BristolActivist
Four-day fast to mark Hiroshima anniversary
The action comes as part of Bristol’s annual Peace Gathering which runs from Sunday, August 6, to Wednesday, August 9, organised by Bristol CND and XR Peace. Continue reading Four-day fast to mark Hiroshima anniversary
Campaigners call for public inquiry into Kill the Bill policing
Justice for Bristol Protesters have launched a petition to the Home Office asking for the inquiry, motivated by what they say was “excessive violence” meted out by the police against protesters at the demonstration outside Bridewell police station on March 21, 2021. Continue reading Campaigners call for public inquiry into Kill the Bill policing
Youth campaigners to lead march for fairer buses
The dire state of the region’s buses will be the subject of further protest by a coalition of community campaign groups next month. Continue reading Youth campaigners to lead march for fairer buses
My beautiful food club
‘We’re food activists in that we help people get enough decent food, but the real activism comes in terms of making sure that this isn’t needed. People need to get paid, or benefits, so that they have enough so that no-one needs a food club.’ Continue reading My beautiful food club
Freedom Flotilla to sail into Bristol marking Gaza blockade anniversary
The Handala, crewed by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, will arrive in Bristol on Monday, July 10, for 9 days. A welcome party will be held at the Cascade Steps from 5.30pm. Continue reading Freedom Flotilla to sail into Bristol marking Gaza blockade anniversary
“We are watching you”, protesters warn Bristol Airport
A crowd of 40 people gathered on the roundabout at the entrance to Bristol Airport on Wednesday to protest the expansion of the airport and to demonstrate their vigilance in ensuring the airport sticks to the conditions of its planning permission. Continue reading “We are watching you”, protesters warn Bristol Airport
Campaigners remain vigilant over Bristol Airport expansion
With Bristol Airport facing no further legal challenge to its planned expansion, campaigners say they are keeping their eyes on the airport amid a “lack of trust” the airport will keep to its promises. Continue reading Campaigners remain vigilant over Bristol Airport expansion
In photos: World Naked Bike Ride returns to Bristol
The World Naked Bike Ride aims to raise awareness of the vulnerability of cyclists and non-motorist road users. Continue reading In photos: World Naked Bike Ride returns to Bristol
Climate activists welcome Jerram installation to Bristol Cathedral
Members of Christian Climate Action, Extinction Rebellion and the Red Rebels were joined by Bristol Climate Choir on Thursday, June 15, to mark the arrival of Jerram’s Oil Fountain, a mechanised fountain which flows with artificial oil instead of water, the day before. Continue reading Climate activists welcome Jerram installation to Bristol Cathedral