Dear John
On Saturday, thousands of UK citizens will take to the streets in a family-friendly national day of action to Kill the Bill.
Under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill most peaceful protest would become a crime, and the police would be handed the tools to silence the voices of ordinary people - particularly those most marginalised and disadvantaged.
Peaceful protest is a fundamental democratic right, empowering people to have their voices heard, and to hold the Government to account. And it’s never been more important.
In defending our right to protest, XRUK is standing in solidarity with Kill the Bill Official – a female-led coalition of activist groups brought together by United for Black Lives.
This is a crucial moment for demanding system change: on the intersectional issues that mean the most vulnerable in society will suffer the worst effects of climate change, be the most likely victims of police abuse, just as they’ve been disproportionately affected by austerity and Covid. Together, we have the power to create real change.
XR groups, including XR Families, will be supporting in various ways, but The Kill the Bill coalition needs funds to cover campaigning costs, travel, accessibility needs, safeguarding for speakers and activists, training, PPE to be COVID safe, advertising, legal representation and funds for equipment such as loudspeakers, megaphones and banners.
This campaign is about standing up to the system that is willing to harm people and planet - and it’s only together that we’ll succeed.
Find your local Kill the Bill action, get training and access design resources and more.
With love and courage,
Sarah
XRUK Fundraising
