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February 23, 2023 at 6:17 PM

£57 billion in profits while destroying the planet!

April 21st-24th is our way to challenge this injustice. Shell. BP. And now British Gas owner, Centrica.What do they all have in common? You guessed it John - between them they’ve raked in over £57 billion in profits from an industry which is destroying our planet, while t…

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February 22, 2023 at 7:51 AM

Can you give us some feedback, John?

Take a one question survey about The Big One Hi John,   I noticed you haven’t added your name to say you’re coming to The Big One yet, our huge climate action at the Houses of Parliament from 21st - 24th April.   I’m currently working on the digital campaig…

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February 17, 2023 at 10:31 AM

Big Oil does it again

Gas companies profit in the face of mass extinction. Dear John, The Oil Giants were in the news again yesterday: Centrica (British Gas) made £3.3 billion profit in the last year alone.The same year we saw our energy bills double - and more scorched harvest…

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February 14, 2023 at 11:21 AM

Let’s share the love!

Can you help bring some love to Parliament, John? Hi John,From April 21st members of this Government will have their heads turned. They will witness 100,000 people surrounding the Houses of Parliament to demand an end to the fossil fuel era. Will you help m…

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February 10, 2023 at 12:18 PM

Global Newsletter 73: F**k Davos, Love Degrowth!

Capitalism can’t change gears and is driving us off a cliff. If we want an economy that works, we need to embrace degrowth. (Web version in English) (Spanish and French versions coming soon!) In this issue: Degrowth | Lützerath vs Coal Mine | Finland’s Forest Blockades | …

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February 7, 2023 at 12:09 PM

Join us on zoom, John

Hear the plan for The Big One and help make our Government act John, last week, BP announced billions of pounds in profit, made from dirty fossil fuels. Our government did nothing. Meanwhile, the UK is way off track in meeting the climate targets it set its…

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January 26, 2023 at 10:51 AM

10,000 people and counting...

We’re creating an unstoppable force, John John, the 10,000th person has just added their name to say they’ll be at Parliament for The Big One, from April 21st!  Together, we’re building a truly unstoppable movement (and we’d love you to add your name to b…

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January 21, 2023 at 8:21 AM

It's 3 months until The Big One, John

It will be like nothing we’ve done before John, it’s now exactly 3 months until 100,000 people gather at the Houses of Parliament for the start of the biggest climate protest the UK has ever seen. We wanted to make sure you know everything you need about th…

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January 13, 2023 at 12:29 PM

Global Newsletter 72: We Are The 96%

Humanity is wiping out the biodiversity of this planet. Did COP15 inspire governments to reverse the decline? (Web version in English) (Spanish and French versions coming soon!) In this issue: COP15 | XR France vs Forever Chemicals | Stop EACOP | Dear rebel, 96% of all t…

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January 11, 2023 at 12:26 PM

What Now?

The Big One, April 21st Hello John Westminster bridge has been blocked by Extinction Rebellion many times.?Today however, traffic flowed freely - as people holding flags lined the bridge and relayed a rousing call to action, from one side to the other.?This…

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January 1, 2023 at 12:16 AM

We Quit

In 2023, it’s time to try something different. Something big. Something that will win. Hi John, Extinction Rebellion is making a bold New Year’s resolution for 2023: we’re quitting actions that target the disruption of the public.   This is a big decision. …

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December 31, 2022 at 8:01 AM

Media Storm - your help please!

Extinction Rebellion will announce a New Year's resolution via social media, email and beyond John - you’re the first to know.At midnight tonight, Extinction Rebellion will announce a controversial New Year's resolution. It will set the tone for a 100 Day c…

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  Extinction Rebellion UK · [email protected]

December 22, 2022 at 12:09 PM

Are you one of the 1000?

Can you give an XR-mas gift? Dear John THANK YOU for backing Extinction Rebellion UK this year. Whether you took action, donated or cheered from the sidelines - your help is making change possible.   Wins in the courts and the board rooms   In 2022 XR UK A…

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December 16, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Global Newsletter 71: No More Fairytales

COP27 has failed, and our leaders are incapable of keeping to the 1.5°C threshold of the Paris Agreement. What now? (Web version in English and Spanish. French version coming soon!) A Scientist Rebellion activist protests outside COP27 in Egypt. This Issue: COP27 Actions &…

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December 7, 2022 at 8:21 AM

'100 days' Open Call : Sunday 11th 8pm

Mobilisation campaign for April 2023 - latest info about the project for individuals and local groups Hello John The 100 Days Team would like to warmly invite you to come to an Open Call on Sunday 11th December 8pm-9.30pm. This is an opportunity to hear all…

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November 22, 2022 at 10:01 AM

Courts find XR Doctors & Scientists ‘not guilty’

As COP fails once again, ‘not guilty’ verdicts in court show signs of change. Hello John The twenty-seventh UN climate conference has failed to deliver the plan the world needs, but something is happening in UK courtrooms.    In October, five scientists who…

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November 9, 2022 at 4:50 PM

Global Newsletter 70: Don’t Obey A System That Is Killing You

While world leaders blow hot air in Egypt, more of us get sucked into climate hell. Mass civil resistance is the answer. (Web version in English) (Subscribe to this newsletter) A Finnish rebel blockades a pulp mill that will turn forest trees into packaging. In this issue: …

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November 3, 2022 at 4:58 PM

Join the November Foundation Programme

Starts next Tuesday - Find your feet in Extinction Rebellion - sign up now! Hello John, New to XR and not sure what to do next?Coordinator looking to integrate new people?Existing rebel who wants to delve deeper?If you are any of these, XR UK Foundation Pro…

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November 1, 2022 at 8:24 AM

Want to help build alliances in November?

Extinction Rebellion is joining Climate Justice Coalition and People’s Assembly actions this month. Hello John The times we are living in have huge potential for change with 66% of people in the UK saying they support nonviolent direct action to protect the environment a…

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  Extinction Rebellion UK · [email protected]

October 27, 2022 at 11:55 AM

Can you help?

A monthly donation is the very best way to make sure that Extinction Rebellion UK can continue to have an impact. Dear John, Over the past few weeks we have achieved remarkable things, thanks to donations from people like you. We've: Protested inside parl…

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October 22, 2022 at 7:45 AM

The government is playing a losing game

The Public Order Bill won't stop people taking a stand against the ongoing injustice. Hello John The Public Order Bill is the work of a government that needs more graft. By suppressing the voices of scientists and everyday people that make up the climate…

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October 14, 2022 at 9:50 AM

Global Newsletter 69: Not Brought To You By Coca-Cola

When it comes to action on climate, you can’t beat a real rebellion. (Web version in English) (Subscribe to this newsletter) The Red Brigade appears at a huge Climate Strike march in Seoul, South Korea. Photo: Juho Kim This issue: Rebellion in Berlin, Oslo, Boston | Croatia…

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  Extinction Rebellion UK · [email protected]

October 11, 2022 at 11:17 AM

This is where you come in

The weekend of resistance is nearly here - but we need your help Dear John, Over the last month, crews in three buses toured the UK to speak with ordinary people about the cost of living, the climate crisis and transforming society to face the urgency of th…

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October 6, 2022 at 7:45 AM

October 14-16 - Are you ready for the Weekend of Resistance?

Find out everything you need to know about the Weekend of Resistance on October 14-16 Hello John The UK Government has created chaos over the last few weeks. In her speech yesterday Liz Truss told the Conservative Party Conference “we must stay the course…

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September 26, 2022 at 8:36 AM

Oct 14th is the next action day in London

Open Call Sunday at 8pm - learn more and ask questions about how to take action on climate and cost of living. Sunday 2nd, 8pm: Open CallFriday 14th : Action in London15-16th : Outreach, talks & youth-led march Dear John Right now our Governme…

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September 24, 2022 at 11:50 AM

The government just declared war on life itself

The government's mini-budget has started something big. People everywhere are rising up. Hello John Yesterday’s budget from this new, unelected government amounts to a declaration of war on life itself. And like many, we’re angry.    Make no mistake, the …

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September 20, 2022 at 6:30 AM

Find out the date of the 2023 Rebellion

As the Bus Tour sets off around the UK we’re launching our plan to build towards The Big One next Spring Hello John And they’re off! This morning our fleet of Rebellion buses headed out on the road for the Change is Now Tour. This unique tour is traveling t…

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September 16, 2022 at 3:32 PM

Global Newsletter 68: Famine Is At The Door

Millions are already living through a hellscape of unending extreme weather and food shortages. How many millions more must join them? (Web version in English) (Subscribe to this newsletter) Children move through the flooded plains of southern Pakistan. Photo: Stimson Center…

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September 14, 2022 at 8:18 AM

Are you ready to take action on climate and cost of living?

Join an Open Call to find out about exciting plans for October Hello John As the UK Parliament takes a long break during a cost of living scandal and our new Prime Minister rushes to give the green light to fracking, Extinction Rebellion is moving fast to…

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September 10, 2022 at 11:58 AM

Festival of Resistance Postponed

We have made the difficult decision to postpone the Festival of Resistance this weekend in London until further notice. Hello John Due to Thursday’s news about the passing of the Queen, the Rebellion Planning Team, and other groups involved, made the diffic…

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September 8, 2022 at 12:30 PM

Are you ready for the Festival of Resistance?

Join us in Hyde Park at 10am on September 10 for 3 days of music, creativity, deliberative democracy, community building and resistance. Hello John Take a moment to imagine what life would be like if our leaders took seriously the major emergencies facing…

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  Extinction Rebellion UK · [email protected]

September 6, 2022 at 10:53 AM

Will you back the Rebellion?

Our democracy is broken. But a better way is possible. Will you back the Rebellion? Dear John, Today, Liz Truss will officially take the helm at no.10 - an unelected Prime Minister who has vowed to end the ban on fracking and approve 130 new licences to dri…

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September 3, 2022 at 11:13 AM

Extinction Rebellion pay a visit to parliament!

‘We can’t afford this anymore’: Extinction Rebellion takes action inside Parliament to demand a Citizens’ Assembly Hello John A recent Ipsos poll found 8 out of 10 UK citizens are concerned about the climate crisis and over 52% think the UK Government’s N…

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August 31, 2022 at 9:42 AM

Rebellion is almost here. Will you be there?

Our plans for September are drawing near. Find out more about what we've got planned and how to get involved! Hello JohnIt’s less than 2 weeks to go until we come together in London again to rebel for life. At 10am on September 10th, Extinction Rebellion …

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August 25, 2022 at 12:51 PM

Thank you - we're nearly there!

We're just £20k short of our target to take Rebellion on the road - can you help? Dear JohnThis time last week we launched a crowdfunder to fund the September Rebellion tour. Thank you so much if you donated or spread the word! As I write, we’ve raised more…

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August 23, 2022 at 10:15 AM

Extinction Rebellion needs your help this September

We’ve got a plan to tackle the climate crisis. Join our next Open Call to find out how you can help. Dear John, This month devastating droughts were followed by flash floods, while the likes of BP and Shell recorded record profits forcing people to choose…

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August 18, 2022 at 4:05 PM

We urgently need your help

We need to raise £100k by 9th September to take Rebellion on the road Dear John,   In less than one month, Extinction Rebellion will be back on the streets. But this time things will be a little different. They need to be.    We need £100k by 9th September …

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August 12, 2022 at 2:56 PM

Global Newsletter 67: Going, Going, Gone!

Congolese peatlands are being auctioned off to oil companies, and the Massai are being evicted from their ancestral lands. But carbon sinks and indigenous knowledge are far too precious to lose. (Web version in English) (Subscribe to this newsletter) Rebels protest outside t…

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August 8, 2022 at 8:21 AM

Curious about the plan for September?

The UK is waking up to the climate crisis. Join our next Open Call to find out how you can help. Dear John, People are ready for action. Despite two candidates for PM who can’t wait to reverse climate legislation, new polling found that 8 out of 10 people i…

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August 4, 2022 at 7:57 AM

Join the Justice Dialogues - Open calls!

You are invited to join these new and exciting open calls exploring Climate Justice Hello JohnStarting on Monday 8th August, XR will launch a new open call series called the Justice Dialogues. This new and exciting project has arisen from a clear need and d…

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August 2, 2022 at 8:05 AM

Plans for September are about to take off. Will you be a part of it?

Long weekend of Rebellion from Sept 10th in London, mobilisation bus tour around the UK with a return to London in October Hello John With just over a month left until we take to the streets, Extinction Rebellion is building in numbers and gaining momentu…

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July 25, 2022 at 7:26 AM

From heatwaves to dodgy politics, are you ready to take action?

Our current politics is a barrier to real change. Will you join a call and find out why we need to upgrade politics as we know it? Hello John What a week it’s been. The hottest day on record hit the UK last week, and our politicians barely acknowledged th…

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July 23, 2022 at 7:01 AM

New XR film launches on Monday! Conscientious Protectors: A Story of Rebellion against Extinction

Starting Mon 25th July at cinemas across the UK - a film about Extinction Rebellion’ Hello John Starting on Monday 25th July, new film ‘Conscientious Protectors: A Film about Extinction Rebellion’ will be screening in Odeon cinemas across the UK.    The f…

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  Doctors for XR · [email protected]

July 20, 2022 at 8:19 AM

Doctors are being arrested - Will you support the Rebellion?

On Sunday 6 health professionals took action in response to the deadly heatwave - will you support their courageous act? Hello John We’re writing to you the day after what will likely be the hottest day ever recorded in the UK. In the face of this unprece…

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July 19, 2022 at 11:06 AM

Join the July Foundation Programme

Starts next Tuesday - Find your feet in Extinction Rebellion - sign up now! Hello John, New to XR and not sure what to do next?Coordinator looking to integrate new people?Existing rebel who wants to delve deeper?If you are any of these, XR UK Foundation Pro…

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  XR Global Support · [email protected]

July 15, 2022 at 2:32 PM

Global Newsletter 66: Who Owes Who?

Rich countries won’t pay their climate debts. So why should poorer countries pay their financial debts? They should spend the money on climate action instead. (Web version in English) (Subscribe to this newsletter) Debt 4 Climate Actions in (clockwise from top left) Germany,…

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  Extinction Rebellion UK · [email protected]

July 13, 2022 at 11:39 AM

Your support today could help double our strength

To win, this movement has to do more. Can you help? Hello John, Did you know that just 1,948 regular donors sustain Extinction Rebellion UK? If you’re one of them, we can’t thank you enough. But the thing is, to win, this movement has to do more. On Septemb…

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  XR UK · [email protected]

July 11, 2022 at 8:45 AM

What’s XR’s plan for September?

There is a plan forming to make September hit harder than ever, with people power and mass mobilisation at the heart. Hello John, With only 2 months left until we take to the streets, Extinction Rebellion is building in numbers and gaining momentum. From S…

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July 5, 2022 at 8:43 AM

How do we build a movement big enough to win?

Join Green New Deal Rising and XR’s Project 3.5, plus former head of communications at Momentum on Zoom next Monday evening Hello John,In April the UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that in the face of escalating climate change we need to “create a…

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June 29, 2022 at 8:59 AM

Can you help Stephen Fry help us?!

Help amplify a fantastic video on Twitter Facebook or YouTube. Like, share, comment! Hello John, A video has been released today by actor and comedian Stephen Fry who calls on the British public to support Extinction Rebellion! He says “Reasonable people, I…

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