There are reports that the protest group Extinction Rebellion are planning a large scale visit to Windsor this week from 29th August to 1st September.
Expected numbers are between 500 to a few thousand. Police are monitoring social media for updates. The XR website says it is a peaceful presentation with plans to engage with the public.
XR are planning to camp in Home Park - RBWM have not given them permission. Crown Estates have not given permission for any Long Walk camping. TV Police are trying to contact Eton College security to discuss ensuring the Brocas is not camped on.
Here is the reported Agenda from XR...Thursday 29th - organisers turn up
Friday 30th - 9am start arriving at Home Park camp.
- 4.00pm go to Long Walk for funeral March, dressed up in business suits, disperse 8.00pm
Saturday 31st
- 11am march from Home Park to Castle Hill for speeches.
- 1.30pm march to Long Walk
- 2.00pm discussions on Long Walk
Sunday 1st
- 10.00am walk from Home Park to Castle Hill, for “die in” (lie on floor)
- 5.00 pm ends
The Met Police will be responsible in Castle, TVP outside Castle.There will be an increased police presence. If there is an issue, use 101 or 999 numbers, or police emergency line. John Batty (Silver command) and Matthew Thorn will be running it from TVP side.
RBWM are talking with businesses that may be targeted - oil related businesses, hotels, restaurants etc. There is a WhatsApp group for businesses to talk with each other, to warn of any issues.
The RBWM website will be constantly updated with news, please check this for updates. There are no planned road closures, but TVP will react if required, based on public safety.
Please be aware of fake news and of spreading fake news. If in doubt speak with TVP or RBWM.
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