Environmental activists opposed to the climate wrecking effects of
short haul flights have this morning shut down the HQ of Easyjet in
London.
Activists from green direct action group, Plane Stupid, took action on
Britain's first national day of action against short haul flights
today which coincides with the start of the UN Climate talks in
Nairobi. It comes as new research from HACAN Clearskies shows that
100,000 flights from Heathrow each year are to short haul destinations
that are easily reachable by the more sustainable train alternative.
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At 6.50am, 12 activists occupied the inside, roof and front entrances
of the offices on Oval Road in Camden using chains, piping and D-locks.
They have unfurled a large banner from the rooftop overlooking the
street which reads, "End Short Haul Flights."
Further, around 25 travel agents across the UK last night had their
front doors chained shut by activists who left signs on the windows
reading, "Closed for a total rethink. See
www.planestupid.com"
