Just Stop Oil trio cleared over Stonehenge orange powder protest
Summary
Three activists from the group Just Stop Oil were found not guilty of causing a public nuisance after they sprayed orange powder on Stonehenge as part of a fossil fuel protest. They argued their actions were a peaceful protest and protected under their rights to freedom of speech and freedom to protest. The monument was not permanently damaged, and the activists were cleared of all charges.Key Facts
- Three activists were involved in a protest at Stonehenge in June 2024.
- They used an orange powder to spray the monument.
- The protest was part of a demonstration against fossil fuels.
- The activists claimed their actions were protected by their right to protest.
- The court found them not guilty of causing a public nuisance.
- The cleaning cost for the powder was £620.
- The protest took place the day before a major event at Stonehenge with around 15,000 people expected.
- The activists emphasized their protest was peaceful and carefully planned.
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