Successful Campaigns

Thank you for signing the petition Councils in Derbyshire- declare a Climate Emergency!, On Wednesdays Derby City Council passed the Climate Emergency motion unamended and with no abstentions. We won in Derby, at least. Thank you all for helping make this happen. Have a look at the report in the Derby Telegraph, which begins with: Dozens of protesters who packed into the public gallery for the first meeting of a new Derby City Council administration saw unanimous agreement to create a working party to tackle climate change. See https://www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/celebs-tv/new-derby-city-council-unites-2898147

Planning decision went in our favour and the site is now safe

Lunch time on the 22nd November Jenny Chalmers and I had a site meeting with Councillor John Howard one of the Ward Councillors and Councillor Jas Athwal Leader of Redbridge Council, both councillors were very receptive to the Haul Road cause noting the terrible loss of habitat in the Country Park area and the potential effects on protected wildlife. Cllr Athwal stated that he was going to discuss the situation with senior officers of the Council. In the evening we had the deputation booked for the full Council Meeting at Ilford Town Hall six of us took to the Council Chamber floor where Jenny gave the deputation address, fitting in all the main points within the allocated two minutes. A series of question and answers followed from the assembled Councillors when finally Cllr Athwal asked the final question “My question is, if we move the haul road to the area that you suggested, would that meet your requirements?” I replied “It is a compromise, from our perspective that is the least evil route.” Cllr Athwal replied “Done!” There were smiles from the assembled Councillors and jubilation from the supporters that braved the cold night to be in the gallery. So we have done it, people power has won the day for nature conservation. So thank you all for your support I don't think we could of done it without you! The local Recorder newspapers website has coverage if you wish to read more at https://www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk/news/politics/fairlop-waters-gravel-lorries-wildlife-reprieve-1-5792315

We Won! Hackney Council decided to drop their plans and have amended the PSPO order. Read more here - https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2015/jun/05/hackney-council-drops-threat-to-fine-rough-sleepers

08/10/14 - At a meeting on Wednesday morning Dorset County Hospital's board decided in favour of a recommendation from experts to keep the threatened pathology service and commit an additional £100,000 to the facility. For more details please read Dorset Echo's article: http://bit.ly/1ED7j4Y

Update 25/08/17 We won! Justice was served both released from custody. http://www.helensburghadvertiser.co.uk/news/15437583.Trident_campaigners_released_from_custody_in_Coulport___39_protest__39__case/

28/03/18 We are delighted and relieved to hear that the decision has been taken not to take certain cancer and combined chemo/radiotherapy treatments out of Cornwall*. Many people have been campaigning for this to happen and we are so glad that being able to mount a petition via 38 Degrees helped to boost their numbers considerably. It is so important to exert our right to a say in matters of such great importance to us all, and taking part in petitioning, consultations and - where necessary - demonstrations is a vital part of our democracy. People power matters and it works! Thank you to the 38 Degrees team for helping us to play our part in this way All good wishes Michelle *NHS England met with Cornish MPs at Westminster yesterday (March 27). While it is still reviewing the feedback, MPs say that it has “assured MPs that the proposals will not see services being moved out of Cornwall”. https://www.cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/cancer-services-not-moved-out-1394183

01/02/18 THE ANCHOR IS BACK! We’re proud to say that the Deptford Anchor has finally returned, to resume its role as an iconic landmark. The petition is now closed as the wishes of hundreds of Deptford people have finally been honoured. Congratulations! WE ALL DID IT! Deptford Is Forever & The Deptford Society

24/11/17 - We won! I'm delighted to report that the Scottish Government have announced that Breich station is to remain open and could benefit from enhanced services in the future. https://news.gov.scot/news/breich-station-future-secured Use of the station was reviewed as part of the Scottish Government’s investment into the Shotts Electrification project, with a consultation undertaken by Network Rail on behalf of Transport Scotland to consider its long term viability given low patronage. The 12-week consultation considered the views of relevant transport stakeholders, the local authority, trade unions plus the local community and their elected representatives. Transport Minister Humza Yousaf said: “The overwhelming response to the consultation was in favour of keeping Breich Station open. Not only that, many respondents wished to see more services calling at Breich Station to increase patronage. “Having taken on board the strong support for Breich Station, I have made the decision it should remain open. My officials are working with the ScotRail Alliance to see how we can increase calls at Breich to make it a more viable station which encourages greater use of rail.” Thank you to everyone who signed the petition and submitted objections. Not only has Breich been saved, but there is a commitment to provide a better service.