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George Monbiot on the record jail terms given to Just Stop Oil activists
Jul 23, 2024
Columnist and campaigner George Monbiot discusses the significant jail sentences given to Just Stop Oil activists in the UK for their non-violent protest on the M25 motorway. The podcast explores the impact on future climate activism, crackdowns on protests in the UK, and the importance of activists in addressing the climate crisis.
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Quick takeaways
- The significant jail sentences given to Just Stop Oil activists reflect a crackdown on protest in the UK.
- The activists' sentencing may discourage future climate activism by imposing severe penalties.
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Activists Receiving Record-Breaking Sentences
Five activists, Roger Hallam, Daniel Shaw, Louise Lancaster, Lucia Whittaker de Abreaux, and Cressida Gethin, received unprecedented four-year and five-year jail sentences for planning the Just Stop Oil protest. The judge justified the lengthy terms by labeling them as fanatics seeking massive gridlock disruption of the transport system. Despite acknowledging the inconveniences caused by the protest, such as missed medical appointments, the judge's sentencing was deemed disproportionate by many, including the UN Special Rapporteur, highlighting the severe nature of the penalties.
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