{"id":21033,"date":"2021-02-01T13:02:15","date_gmt":"2021-02-01T13:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecanary.co\/?p=512709"},"modified":"2021-02-01T13:02:15","modified_gmt":"2021-02-01T13:02:15","slug":"anti-hs2-campaigners-in-good-spirits-after-fifth-night-holed-up-in-tunnels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/2021\/02\/01\/anti-hs2-campaigners-in-good-spirits-after-fifth-night-holed-up-in-tunnels\/","title":{"rendered":"Anti-HS2 campaigners in \u2018good\u2019 spirits after fifth night holed up in tunnels"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Anti-HS2 campaigners are in \u201cgood\u201d spirits after spending their fifth night holed up in tunnels under a central London park.<\/p>\n<p>Protesters have dug a network of tunnels beneath Euston Square Gardens, next to Euston station, in a bid to protect the green space which they claim will be built over with a temporary taxi rank before being sold to developers as part of plans for the high-speed railway.<\/p>\n<p><!-- EMBED START StreamAMG --><\/p>\n<figure id=\"0_wibxfpvk\" data-urn=\"urn:pressassociation:video:95699\">\n<div style=\"width: 100%; display: inline-block; position: relative;\">\n<div id=\"dummy\" style=\"margin-top: 56.25%;\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"kaltura_player_5140324820\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0;\" data-player-config=\"{&quot;partner&quot;: &quot;3001090&quot;, &quot;uiConf&quot;: &quot;30024158&quot;, &quot;entryId&quot;: &quot;0_wibxfpvk&quot;}\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/pa.streamamg.com\/player-embed\/loader.js\"><\/script><\/figure>\n<p><!-- EMBED END StreamAMG --><\/p>\n<p>One activist, Larch Maxey, speaking to the PA news agency by phone on Monday, said conditions underground were \u201cnot too bad\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u201cConditions are good. They are warm. They are a bit moist, there\u2019s a little bit of water coming in, but it\u2019s not too bad.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur spirit is really good, we\u2019re all working really well together and really grateful to take this stand.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><!-- EMBED START Image --><\/p>\n<figure id=\"embedded257823964\"><img src=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/3537c5d23c27b3b5a07451daef91a94dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57823964.jpg?w=640\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/3537c5d23c27b3b5a07451daef91a94dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57823964.jpg?w=320 320w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/3537c5d23c27b3b5a07451daef91a94dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57823964.jpg?w=640 640w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/3537c5d23c27b3b5a07451daef91a94dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57823964.jpg?w=1280 1280w\" alt=\"HS2 protest\" data-title=\"HS2 project\" data-copyright-holder=\"PA Wire\" data-copyright-notice=\"PA Wire\/PA Images\" data-credit=\"Jonathan Brady\" data-usage-terms=\"\" \/><figcaption>An HS2 Rebellion protester raises his fist after being removed from a tree at the encampment in Euston Square Gardens (Jonathan Brady\/PA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- EMBED END Image --><\/p>\n<p>A spokesperson for HS2 Rebellion, an alliance of groups and individuals campaigning against the planned high speed railway, confirmed there were a total of nine activists in the tunnels.<\/p>\n<p>They include veteran environmental campaigner Swampy, real name Daniel Hooper, and his son Rory.<\/p>\n<p>Maxey, a former geography lecturer and post doctoral researcher, claimed ongoing efforts to evict the group from the site were \u201cunlawful\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u201cThis is our home, we\u2019re in a Covid pandemic, they shouldn\u2019t be carrying out an eviction.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re in a climate and ecological emergency. We have a right to protest and stop that happening.<\/p>\n<p><!-- EMBED START Image --><\/p>\n<figure id=\"embedded257846341\"><img src=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/e7b9901a43526588bae42b5482d1b51dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57846341.jpg?w=640\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/e7b9901a43526588bae42b5482d1b51dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57846341.jpg?w=320 320w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/e7b9901a43526588bae42b5482d1b51dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57846341.jpg?w=640 640w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/e7b9901a43526588bae42b5482d1b51dY29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4ODA5\/2.57846341.jpg?w=1280 1280w\" alt=\"HS2 protest\" data-title=\"HS2 project\" data-copyright-holder=\"PA Wire\" data-copyright-notice=\"PA Wire\/PA Images\" data-credit=\"Dominic Lipinski\" data-usage-terms=\"\" \/><figcaption>Enforcement officers continue efforts to remove protesters from underground tunnels (Dominic Lipinski\/PA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- EMBED END Image --><\/p>\n<p>Maxey added: \u201cit\u2019s an unlawful eviction and it\u2019s being carried out in an unlawful way because they are not following safety protocols and the due process, making sure it\u2019s safe for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He stated that the tunnels were \u201csafe\u201d but some changes by bailiffs \u201cincreases the risk to us\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>It is understood protesters are considering legal action over concerns for their safety.<\/p>\n<p>An HS2 Ltd spokesperson said: \u201cThe Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has reviewed the operations to safely remove the activists.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThey reviewed our safe system of work and the qualifications and competencies of the eviction team there.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe HSE inspector made no immediate observations during the visit as to improvements we need to make and we continue to plan and work to safely remove the activists.<\/p>\n<p><!-- EMBED START Image --><\/p>\n<figure id=\"embedded257823434\"><img src=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/0c2dcc5ecfd4e084b406433054ad30d4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4OTkw\/2.57823434.jpg?w=640\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/0c2dcc5ecfd4e084b406433054ad30d4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4OTkw\/2.57823434.jpg?w=320 320w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/0c2dcc5ecfd4e084b406433054ad30d4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4OTkw\/2.57823434.jpg?w=640 640w, https:\/\/image.assets.pressassociation.io\/v2\/image\/production\/0c2dcc5ecfd4e084b406433054ad30d4Y29udGVudHNlYXJjaCwxNjEyMjY4OTkw\/2.57823434.jpg?w=1280 1280w\" alt=\"HS2 protest\" data-title=\"HS2 project\" data-copyright-holder=\"PA Wire\" data-copyright-notice=\"PA Wire\/PA Images\" data-credit=\"Jonathan Brady\" data-usage-terms=\"\" \/><figcaption>An HS2 Rebellion protester is arrested by police after being removed from a tree (Jonathan Brady\/PA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- EMBED END Image --><\/p>\n<p>\u201cHS2 Ltd and our contractors undertaking this operation have met frequently with the HSE and will continue to do so until this challenging situation is resolved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>An HSE spokesperson said: \u201cHSE is aware of the protest and is in liaison with HS2 in order to review any plans that would affect workers, protesters or rescue personnel.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Maxey also said that protesters had been denied \u201call food and water\u201d but still had supplies to last them \u201cmonths\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u201cWe\u2019ve certainly been denied all food and water and often have not been able to pass on our waste either.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt would be very good to have more to ensure we have healthy fresh food and water.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>No activists could be seen above ground on the protest site on Monday.<\/p>\n<p><!-- EMBED START Twitter --><\/p>\n<figure>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"525\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\"><img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/13.0.0\/72x72\/2757.png\" alt=\"\u2757\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\" \/>Remote Action <img src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/13.0.0\/72x72\/2757.png\" alt=\"\u2757\" class=\"wp-smiley\" style=\"height: 1em; max-height: 1em;\" \/>Most of us are at home because of covid, but we can still voice our support. Please copy this graphic &amp; share widely with messages of support.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/StopHS2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#StopHS2<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/BattleForEuston?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#BattleForEuston<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/HS2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#HS2<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/StopEcocide?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#StopEcocide<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/HS2Rebellion?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#HS2Rebellion<\/a>Let\u2019s make some noise, only people power will stop HS2! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/sOKc6WzHxH\">pic.twitter.com\/sOKc6WzHxH<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 HS2 Rebellion (@Hs2Rebellion) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Hs2Rebellion\/status\/1355476774747041793?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">January 30, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script>(function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','\/\/www.google-analytics.com\/analytics.js','ga');  ga('create', 'UA-72310761-1', 'auto', {'name': 'pacontentapi'}); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'referrer', location.origin); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension1', 'By Tom Pilgrim, PA'); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension2', '4ac85d7a-cc0c-44cf-adbe-fe260e05d15f'); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension3', 'paservice:news,paservice:news:uk'); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension6', 'story'); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension7', 'composite'); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension8', null); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'dimension9', null); ga('pacontentapi.set', 'anonymizeIp', true); ga('pacontentapi.send', 'pageview', { 'location': location.href, 'page': (location.pathname + location.search + location.hash), 'title': 'Anti-HS2 campaigners in u2018goodu2019 spirits after fifth night holed up in tunnels'});<\/script><\/figure>\n<p>By <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecanary.co\/author\/thecanary\/\">The Canary<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"syndicated-attribution\">This post was originally published on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecanary.co\/uk\/news\/2021\/02\/01\/anti-hs2-campaigners-in-good-spirits-after-fifth-night-holed-up-in-tunnels\/\">The Canary<\/a>. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A spokesman for HS2 Rebellion said there were a total of nine activists in the tunnels.<\/p>\n<p>By <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecanary.co\/author\/thecanary\/\">The Canary<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1541,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5606,5614,4,1156,215,1395],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21033"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1541"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21033"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21033\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21034,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21033\/revisions\/21034"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radiofree.asia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}