[Nicky91]

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-...form=hootsuite

Thousands of mothers and their families have staged a march in central London to demand action on climate change.

The Mothers Rise Up protest was led by eleven 11-year-olds to represent the deadline of 2030 for tackling global warming, set by the United Nations.

The march, which began near Hyde Park Corner and ended at Parliament Square, was held in support of youth strikes nationwide.

Similar marches are taking place across the country and internationally.

Rosamund Kissi-Debrah, whose daughter Ella suffered a fatal asthma attack believed to be linked to air pollution, addressed the rally.

"If you deal with air pollution it means you will also deal with climate change", she said.

"Everyone here needs to be bothered about the impact of air pollution. My daughter died a very, very horrible death.

"If you live near a main road you should be angry. I'm too heartbroken to be angry."

A 2018 report said it was likely unlawful levels of pollution, which were detected at a monitoring station one mile from Ella's home, contributed to her fatal asthma attack.

TV presenter Konnie Huq, comedian Shappi Khorsandi and lawyer and activist Farhana Yamin also addressed the crowds at the rally.

Ms Huq told the crowds that the march had been organised by mothers in between changing nappies and dropping children off.

She added: "The reason we are here is because of the youth strikes - the young people have been putting us to shame and it's time for us adults to take responsibility."

Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced on Saturday that he has commissioned Public Health England (PHE) to carry out a review of the impact of dirty air on the nation's health.

"This review will help us map out how much disease is caused by dirty air and what steps we are taking to prevent this - something which is at the heart of our work to help people live longer, healthier lives through the NHS Long Term Plan."

[arista]

Yes Nicky
nothing new.


Except Nappies
that should not go into landfill

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by arista

Yes Nicky
nothing new.


Except Nappies
that should not go into landfill

still something must be done at this, otherwise we are all gonna die in 11 yrs from now on


#BetterClimate4Everyone #Fight4AHealthyLife

[arista]

Originally Posted by Nicky91

still something must be done at this, otherwise we are all gonna die in 11 yrs from now on


#BetterClimate4Everyone #Fight4AHealthyLife

How are we going to Die?

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by arista

How are we going to Die?

bad climate of course

[arista]

Originally Posted by Nicky91

bad climate of course

Some will may Die
not all of us.

You need a Hill.

[Oliver_W]

Originally Posted by Nicky91

still something must be done at this, otherwise we are all gonna die in 11 yrs from now on


#BetterClimate4Everyone #Fight4AHealthyLife

Beg pardon Nick but come on. No-one sensible would deny we need to change our ways, but not even the moronic AOC believes we'll all die in 11-12 years.

[The Slim Reaper]

Originally Posted by Oliver_W

Beg pardon Nick but come on. No-one sensible would deny we need to change our ways, but not even the moronic AOC believes we'll all die in 11-12 years.

What has she done or said that leads you to call her moronic?

[Kazanne]

Originally Posted by arista

Yes Nicky
nothing new.


Except Nappies
that should not go into landfill

Exactly , arista it's all well and good protesting about these things and demanding changes , but how many of us are guilty of adding to these problems , most of us drive , use plastic , waste food , baby wipes and nappies are a major problem, so we all need to do our bit , not standing out there protesting and blaming everyone else . Actions speak louder than words.

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by Kazanne

Exactly , arista it's all well and good protesting about these things and demanding changes , but how many of us are guilty of adding to these problems , most of us drive , use plastic , waste food , baby wipes and nappies are a major problem, so we all need to do our bit , not standing out there protesting and blaming everyone else.

protests should go on and aimed more towards that stupid ignorant british parliament

[Kazanne]

Originally Posted by Nicky91

protests should go on and aimed more towards that stupid ignorant british parliament

I doubt they are stupid and ignorant, I am sure they are well aware of climate change and we have at least put things in place, but you cannot just blame other people, if someone throws a plastic bottle or bag into the sea , that is not the governments fault, its the lazy sod who couldn't be arsed to find a bin. the blame game will not stop climate change , getting off our arses and doing something constructive will, not standing in some city shouting about what we want.

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by Kazanne

I doubt they are stupid and ignorant, I am sure they are well aware of climate change and we have at least put things in place, but you cannot just blame other people, if someone throws a plastic bottle or bag into the sea , that is not the governments fault, its the lazy sod who couldn't be arsed to find a bin. the blame game will not stop climate change , getting off our arses and doing something constructive will, not standing in some city shouting about what we want.

going on and on about brexit, when there's other problems out there


brexit is unnecessary, a healthy climate is necessary for us all to live in

[Livia]

Awww I think it's nice, all the girls having an outing. They obviously don't work, they've driven their husband's 4x4 up to London for they day, they'll probably make a picnic of it! Hope they don't leave all their single use plastic bottles and carrier bags behind this time.

Meanwhile, I'll continue recycling, reusing, relying on my solar panels and water meter, taking the train instead of driving and everything else I do to help. The same as most of us do. I believe these protests are a misplaced vanity project. Perhaps they can choose to wander past some of the embassies of countries who are the worst polluters?

Originally Posted by Nicky91

protests should go on and aimed more towards that stupid ignorant british parliament

Holland is a low-lying country, perhaps you'd like to tell us what your own stupid, ignorant parliament are doing to make sure you don't end up below sea level?

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by Livia

Awww I think it's nice, all the girls having an outing. They obviously don't work, they've driven their husband's 4x4 up to London for they day, they'll probably make a picnic of it! Hope they don't leave all their single use plastic bottles and carrier bags behind this time.

Meanwhile, I'll continue recycling, reusing, relying on my solar panels and water meter, taking the train instead of driving and everything else I do to help. The same as most of us do. I believe these protests are a misplaced vanity project. Perhaps they can choose to wander past some of the embassies of countries who are the worst polluters?




Holland is a low-lying country, perhaps you'd like to tell us what your own stupid, ignorant parliament are doing to make sure you don't end up below sea level?

there have been protests for climate here as well, also remarks aimed at our parliament yes funny you mention that

[chuff me dizzy]

Have they nothing better to do ? Bore off now idiots

[Nicky91]

Originally Posted by chuff me dizzy

Have they nothing better to do ? Bore off now idiots

yeah cause caring about our climate is bad


still after these protests they need to stay true to their cause and do their share in keeping our world clean too

[Niamh.]

Why are people getting so offended by people wanting to tackle global warming/the environment?

[arista]

Originally Posted by Niamh.

Why are people getting so offended by people wanting to tackle global warming/the environment?

They are not telling me Anything
I do not already know,




I am way ahead of them
No way can we increase Electric Cars
without a Big UK Discount.
Parliament runs all this
not Middle Class Protester Fascists

[Livia]

Originally Posted by Niamh.

Why are people getting so offended by people wanting to tackle global warming/the environment?

Last time the eco warriors disrupted the capital they left a sea of rubbish behind them, plastics mostly. Marching through London with a banner isn't going to stop China dumping plastic into the sea, destroying coral reefs by a myriad of measures, being the biggest market for illegal ivory and rhino horn... I think the UK is doing a lot to combat global warming and individually I think people are awake to the fact that we all have to help. I think that it alienates those of us who do what we can for the environment for people to march when the sun's out and not take their crap home with them... and then have them held up as heroes.

[Niamh.]

Originally Posted by Livia

Last time the eco warriors disrupted the capital they left a sea of rubbish behind them, plastics mostly. Marching through London with a banner isn't going to stop China dumping plastic into the sea, destroying coral reefs by a myriad of measures, being the biggest market for illegal ivory and rhino horn... I think the UK is doing a lot to combat global warming and individually I think people are awake to the fact that we all have to help. I think that it alienates those of us who do what we can for the environment for people to march when the sun's out and not take their crap home with them... and then have them held up as heroes.

I presume these people are British though not Chinese?

[Livia]

Originally Posted by Niamh.

I presume these people are British though not Chinese?

Yes, I expect they are. Because a protest like this would never be allowed in China. So maybe target their embassy. At least then some Chinese people will see it, despite China's control of the web.

The Blue Planet nearly broke the Internet in China and since then, groups of Chinese people have got together to think about how they can reduce waste and clean up the oceans. Pressure groups such as these are not usually allowed in China, but I think the government gauged the strength of feeling about the pollution of the oceans and have allowed these groups to meet. We need more of that. Once people know the problem and know what they can do, they'll do it, mostly. And I think the UK is already very aware both of the problem and what we can do about it.

[chuff me dizzy]

Originally Posted by Livia

Last time the eco warriors disrupted the capital they left a sea of rubbish behind them, plastics mostly. Marching through London with a banner isn't going to stop China dumping plastic into the sea, destroying coral reefs by a myriad of measures, being the biggest market for illegal ivory and rhino horn... I think the UK is doing a lot to combat global warming and individually I think people are awake to the fact that we all have to help. I think that it alienates those of us who do what we can for the environment for people to march when the sun's out and not take their crap home with them... and then have them held up as heroes.

[The Slim Reaper]

This "protesting is pointless because other people exist in the world" is hilarious.

Mothers demand action against pedophillia - pointless, America has more than we do so protest them instead.

Mothers demand action against unsmoked Bacon - but Denmark make loads of Bacon

Mothers demand action against racism - but other countries are racist so what's the point?

It's the most small-minded way of looking at the world imaginable. Too busy looking over your neighbours fence to realise your own garden is a **** tip.

[Niamh.]

Why do you want British citizens to target China instead of their own home country, where they actually have a say in changes and policies? Surely the Chinese need to protest their own government?

[bots]

Originally Posted by Niamh.

Why do you want British citizens to target China instead of their own home country, where they actually have a say in changes and policies? Surely the Chinese need to protest their own government?

people can protest here all they like, but the UK is much more eco friendly than the USA, China or India, so it makes sense to target their countries by protesting at their embassies