Why is this important? Why XR?
We've recently been reminded that to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees, we need to cut global emissions in half by the end of this decade. This will require acting fast, and at scale. [1] Yet the UK government is doing everything but that. They’re turning their heads away as big oil rakes in huge profits while the public suffer with soaring costs, failing to support the climate solutions that would also lower peoples' bills. The UK government response is simply inadequate, not enough and too slow.
But we believe united we can win. History shows that mass, sustained protest works. That’s why we are showing up in solidarity with XR.
XR recently announced a change in tactic making this a peaceful protest which prioritises attendance over arrest and relationships over roadblocks so they can be as inclusive and accessible as possible. The Big One will be a calm, peaceful, joyous protest.
XR are calling on 100,000 people to join in. Everyone is going to be there from union groups, racial justice groups and environmental groups like Friends of the Earth, Global Justice Now and CND. The more people that come, the louder our message will be demanding the government take action.
