I was at Meriden this morning with the local residents as they dismantled their protest camp.
After 1088 days, the traveller site is empty and the protest camp is no longer needed.
I am so proud of the people of Meriden! These people have shown that you really can make a change if you want it enough.
We have lost friends along the way and we held a one minute silence in rememberence of those who are no longer here to enjoy this very special day.
Well done to the Meriden RAID group. Long may your close friendships continue. Lets finish the final battle and make sure the land is back to the way it should be.
I will upload a video of my speech at the camp shortly
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| A now empty Eaves Green Lane |
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| After 1088 days, it all comes to an end. |
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| Interviewed by BBC Midlands today |
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| Dismantleing the protest camp |
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| Unbolting the protest camp |
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| Taking time to remember absent friends |
