An image of a crowd of black people holding a banner that has a picture of Chris Kaba and the words "Justice for Chris Kaba". Below the image are the words "National Day of Action. Saturday 17th September 2022"

Vigil for Chris Kaba, killed by police

A vigil will be held on Queen Square this Saturday as part of a national day of action in memory of Chris Kaba, a 24-year-old black man shot dead by London’s Met police. Kaba was unarmed when he was killed by a single bullet shot by a firearms officer following a traffic stop and short car chase in Streatham Hill on September 5.  The officer … Continue reading Vigil for Chris Kaba, killed by police

A group of people dressed as airport landing crew and wearing fake moustaches.

Super Saturday Roundup 12/02/22

Saturday, February 12, saw a Super Saturday of protests for Bristol with six demos, some large, some small, happening across the city centre.  Anyone would have been pushed to make it to all six (this intrepid reporter had to jog on more than one occasion during the day!). But if you missed out, below is a round up of all the action, and a look … Continue reading Super Saturday Roundup 12/02/22

"We are Mothers, We are Sisters, we are daughters and we are dying"

Vigil for Ashling Murphy Calls Out Male Aggression

An all too familiar sight in Bristol these days. A small huddle of women and men on College Green holding candles and placards. Gathered in remembrance of another woman killed by male violence. Yesterday evening’s (Friday, January 28) vigil was held for Ashling Murphy, a 23-year-old Irish school teacher murdered by a man whilst running. The vigil was organised by Bristol Feminist Collective, and at … Continue reading Vigil for Ashling Murphy Calls Out Male Aggression