Dr Larch Maxey (HS2 Activist)
Changes with Annie Macmanus
Annie Macmanus
4.6 • 1.5K Ratings
🗓️ 18 February 2021
⏱️ 56 minutes
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Summary
Since 27th January, in the heart of London, nine activists, who call themselves HS2 Rebellion, have been trying to affect change by occupying a network of tunnels which they dug under Euston station. Larch Maxey is one of them. They are protesting against HS2, the High speed rail project planning to connect London to Birmingham up to Manchester and Leeds, a project which will lead to faster travel and better links between the north and south. It is estimated to cost over £100 billion. The activists are protesting due to the environmental and ecological impact of the scheme. The Government has said that the cost of tackling climate activists at HS2 sites has hit nearly £50 million - here Larch addresses the critics and explains why he believes this is the only way to affect change.
Despite losing their high court case for a right to protest, the HS2 rebellion are still underground and resisting eviction by bailiffs. Annie spoke to Larch on Saturday 13th February after 18 days in the tunnels. As they spoke he received calls about new digs taking place to get them out. In this rare insight, Larch tells us about life underground, why they refuse to leave and the journey he has taken to be there, from fighting off bullies at school to being a single parent and the turning point that made him leave his job and dedicate his life to fighting climate change. It’s an emotional, informative and important listen.
To find out more about HS2 Rebellion and their campaign head to:
HS2Rebellion.earth
Twitter: @Hs2Rebellion
To support the tunnelers
The Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill
Want to help further?
If you want to help HS2 rebellion you can lobby your MP and ask them to:
1. support the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill,
2. cancel HS2 and
3. call off the Eviction.
Larch also talks about this organisation - Balanced View
https://www.openintelligenceandlove.org/
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