Hello John
Due to Thursday’s news about the passing of the Queen, the Rebellion Planning Team, and other groups involved, made the difficult decision to postpone the Festival of Resistance this weekend in London until further notice.
It was felt that the risks to our mobilisation efforts outweigh the desire to continue, and occupying a Royal Park at this time would not be practical.
The decision has not been made lightly and in full appreciation that it will impact so many who have put much time, heart and commitment into making this festival the beautiful reality it was gearing up to be.
We feel immense gratitude and respect for everyone involved and every single person who was about to attend Rebellion for the first time. This decision comes as multiple groups who had protest plans over the coming week make similar announcements.
The Bus Tour conductors have decided to postpone the beginning of the tour until the 10 day funeral period has passed. This will help us connect with the most people. We are therefore pausing Week One and starting the tour with the stops as originally planned for Week Two. More information will follow on the timing of the Week One bus tour plans. The mass action on October 14th will go ahead as planned.
If you’re not already following the Rebellion Broadcast, please join now for updates and to meet up with others in London today if you are here. If you’re not on Telegram you can check the Rebellion page of the website for updates.
For anyone who has questions about the postponing of the Festival of Resistance or Extinction Rebellion plans coming up we have scheduled an additional Open Call tomorrow evening from 8-9pm.
Love & gratitude,
Extinction Rebellion UK
