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"I will at the earliest opportunity, assemble in London in a public demonstration of respect to the victims of the July 7 atrocity, defiance of the murderers who carried it out and solidarity with the people of London but only if 2,500 other people will do the same."
— The Sharpener team
Deadline to sign up by: 15th July 2005
502 people signed up, 1998 more were needed
Country: United Kingdom
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In the aftermath of the Madrid bombings in 2004, millions of Spaniards took to the streets to show their solidarity with those who had suffered and to show those who had committed these terrible acts that the people would not live in fear.
We at The Sharpener have no experience of organising marches. This pledge is to start the popular movement, to make people remember that the streets of London belong to them and not to terrorists.
We hope very much, that with support pledged here, a kind and knowledgeable person will take up the reins and give us all this opportunity to come together.
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And please lets make this a peaceful protest, the world doesn't need anymore violence.
Some form of public meeting would be a great chance to express how the city really seems to feeling about it. (i.e. Horrified, pround of those who handled things so well, a bit shaken but generally getting on with things)
The logical and traditional places to do this are mostly covered by the controversial new Designated Area around Parliament Square, under the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005
If you do not apply in writing (recorded postal mail or by hand to a police station in the metropolis) "at least 6 clear days" or perhaps "at least 24 hours" to the "Commissioner of Police for the Metropolis", you will have committed a criminal offence, even if your demonstration is actually in support of the police and other authorities !
The penalty for organising or helping to organise such a demonstration is up to 51 weeks in prison and/or a £2500 fine, Participating in such a demonstration or even demonstrating on your own as an individual, risks £1000 fine.
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http://www.pledgebank.com/ParliamentSquare
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How do you know ? There is no statement from the Metroplitan Police or the Home Office to that effect, they seem a bit busy with other things at the moment.
The need to get prior written permission came into force on 1st July.
The extra arbitrary conditions which can be imposed and restrictions on loudspeakers come into force on 1st August.
I am sure that Public Order Act 1986 still applies to marches and processions in the street, but the 2005 legislation covers "any public place" within the Designated Area.
Now that this pledge is "successful", what happens now ? Do people just keep overfulfilling the target ?
When and where is this "public demonstration" going to happen, and who actually is organising it ?
We are unaffiliated with any political group - including the Stop the War Coalition, which is also planning a demonstration.
Our message is simple: two fingers to the terrorists, support for their victims, and to underline London's defiance.
It really isn't very clear at all, but apparently:
"4. - (1) Subject to paragraph (2), sections 132 to 137 (demonstrations in the vicinity of Parliament) of the Act shall come into force on 1st August 2005, to the extent that they are not already in force."
http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2005/2005152...
I heard about that 1st July thing too, but I'm not sure what that refers to.
Totally support this demonstration and I wish I could be there, unfortunately I'll be away for several weeks from tomorrow. Good luck, anyway. It's certainly something that needs to be done.
http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2005/2005153...
"The provisions relating to the procedure for giving notice of a demonstration and obtaining an authorisation come into force on 1st July 2005. The remaining provisions will come into force on 1st August 2005."
There are, of course plenty of places to demonstrate outside of the Designated Area, which specifically excludes Trafalager Square.
There seem to be some vague press briefings "from Ministers" about a "2 minute silence" in Tavistock Square this Thursday, but it is not clear at what time this is meant to be.
http://www.redcross.org.uk/standard.asp?...
If we get official confirmation of anything happening then we will let everyone know ASAP, of course.
All together now
Dear Londoners and English people in general! We appeal to every person in the world whose relatives, friends and loved ones suffered in this tragedy!
The horrible event, which happened on 7th July, 2005, couldn’t leave anybody indifferent. The violence of terrorist acts shocked the whole world and Ukraine wasn’t left out. Odessa is the city that has always been connected with Europe historically, so its inhabitants can’t stay silent about the horrifyingly increasing number of terrorists. This time Londoners became victims of heartless people who think they can achieve peace by attacking those who can’t defend themselves. But that isn’t the way of fighting for better life conditions and peace! Killing people can’t create justice! And surely, it all doesn’t fit the spiritual values of any religion!
Of course, the people of Odessa realize deeply there’s government to solve all the social problems, but what the city’s population can do is express our feelings and thoughts referring to another crime against the whole world. We are part of the world so we join all the others in their grief and pain for those who were killed. Hundreds lives are ruined, and we mourn over those who are lost forever on their way. Of course, we can’t give away our blood to save anybody but we can at least voice our opinions on what happened! We are totally for peace and totally against any kind of violence! The world deserves to be peaceful and safe and the acknowledgement of this fact if the first and most important step in the struggle for justice!
So please accept this modest but honest letter from two girls from Odessa who are concerned strongly with what happens in the world nowadays! We promise to devote our lives to helping those who suffer, no matter which profession we choose!
Marina Chiyanova, 16
Anna Rovenskih, 15
btw, there is a condolence book and memorial garden in victoria embankment gardens, near embankment tube. turn left out of the ticket barriers, then right by the flower stall and find the white marquee - about 200 metres.
If you have views like Concerned Person at least be proud enough to give your name.
Vigil in Trafalgar Square at 6pm on Thursday, 15 July
London United Festival (was going to be the 'Rise' festival) in Burgess Park, Camberwell on Saturday Afternoon (16 July)
If you want to do a separate event - you could just arrange a time and place 'flash mob'-style; Possibly in one of london's famous cememtaries or along South Bank
A march against terrorists not only gives them the satisfaction to know that they have affected heavily the lives of the western world but also gives them the oppurtunity to carry out such harmfull events again, but this time to the people that they believe are affected the most. YOU THE PROTESTORS!!
If Kings Cross station provided a blanket for the terroists to deploy themselves around london freely, imagine what freedom a march of 2500 could give them, especially if they are home grown and are not under the knowledge of the police and other intelligence services.
International terrorism today is a fond user of the internet, and it wouldnt suprise me if the group that commited these atrocities come back to this website every day to gloat about what they have done. If this march goes ahead it will be well publicised especially by the British media, and because of that you are playing yourselves into the terrorists hand and PUTTING YOUR OWN LIVES AT RISK.
As much as i send my condolences out to all the families affected by terrorism across the world. I believe what your doing may cause more harm than good and therefore thier may be safer and more effective ways of spreading your views around.
Throughout history, Canadian have stood shoulder to shoulder with Britain in times of trial. Rest assured that your Canadian brethren again stand at your side today.
My love goes with you.
"Remember the Victims of the Bombings"
"Defend the Muslim Community"
Wear Black; please bring flowers.
(The above is stated on the flier of STWC, not my words). Hope to see you all there, xxx