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Meet fellow rebels, to share and hear about recent successes, upcoming actions and XR activism

New rebels welcome!

Hybrid meeting: although we would love to see you in person, if you are unable to be there please join us via zoom, register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

07.06.2025 16:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of five people stand on grass in front of a leafy tree, smiling at the camera. Three hold colourful Extinction Rebellion flags, pink, blue, and orange. Two wear high-vis vests, and one holds a sign that reads β€œNON VIOLENT.” Other people and a white van are visible in the background.

A group of five people stand on grass in front of a leafy tree, smiling at the camera. Three hold colourful Extinction Rebellion flags, pink, blue, and orange. Two wear high-vis vests, and one holds a sign that reads β€œNON VIOLENT.” Other people and a white van are visible in the background.

On 13 May, rebels joined the May Day rally in Glasgow, marching with unions and others to Glasgow University. Hundreds turned out in a vibrant show of solidarity, with singing, chanting and dancing through the streets. ✊🏻 #ExtinctionRebellion

23.05.2025 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Alt text: Three XR (Extinction Rebellion) activists stand outside a brick building in the sun. Behind them is a bike with banners and flags, one reading β€œBarclays = Climate Killing!” with XR logos. Two people stand in front of the banner, one person stands to the side.

Alt text: Three XR (Extinction Rebellion) activists stand outside a brick building in the sun. Behind them is a bike with banners and flags, one reading β€œBarclays = Climate Killing!” with XR logos. Two people stand in front of the banner, one person stands to the side.

At COB25, XR Glasgow called out greenwashing and Barclays’ sponsorship, despite their funding of fossil fuels, arms, and deforestation. Protestors shared the real facts. Many delegates listened πŸ’š
#BetterWithoutBarclays #ExtinctionRebellion #Greenwashing

16.05.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Poster for a Climate Crisis Films Screening. At the top, text reads: β€œClimate Crisis Films Screening, 29 April 2025, 6.30–9pm, 84 Bell St, G1 1LQ.”
Top half of the poster shows an overhead view of an offshore oil platform against a black background.
Text beside it says: β€œOffshore, directed by H. Falck, 2022, 20 mins.”
A plus sign separates the two sections.
Bottom half shows a group of diverse people standing on a rooftop with solar panels, city skyline behind them.
Text says: β€œWe the Power, directed by D. Byars, 2021, 39 mins.”
At the bottom, logos for UNISON and Extinction Rebellion Glasgow. Small text reads: β€œFree entry (donation welcome).”

Poster for a Climate Crisis Films Screening. At the top, text reads: β€œClimate Crisis Films Screening, 29 April 2025, 6.30–9pm, 84 Bell St, G1 1LQ.” Top half of the poster shows an overhead view of an offshore oil platform against a black background. Text beside it says: β€œOffshore, directed by H. Falck, 2022, 20 mins.” A plus sign separates the two sections. Bottom half shows a group of diverse people standing on a rooftop with solar panels, city skyline behind them. Text says: β€œWe the Power, directed by D. Byars, 2021, 39 mins.” At the bottom, logos for UNISON and Extinction Rebellion Glasgow. Small text reads: β€œFree entry (donation welcome).”

Join UNISON & XR Glasgow for a May Day Climate Crisis Cinema! Screening Offshore + We the Power, Tue 29 Apr, 6.30–9pm, 84 Bell St. Tea, snacks, discussion after. Donations welcome. Wheelchair accessible.

28.04.2025 05:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Stop Airport Expansion! Help us tell the government we don't want expansion at any UK airport, including Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton

Stop Airport Expansion! Help us tell the government we don't want expansion at any UK airport, including Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton

πŸ“£ Stop Airport Expansion πŸ“£

Help us tell the government WE DON’T WANT EXPANSION at any UK airport, including Heathrow, Gatwick and Luton.

Sign the petition: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/71...

24.03.2025 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 145    πŸ” 118    πŸ’¬ 14    πŸ“Œ 28
A large industrial crane with a rusted metal structure stands tall near a river, with "CLYDEPORT" written on a box at the top. In the background, a modern, dome-shaped building and other urban structures are visible. In the foreground, three large white banners with bold black and red text are laid out on the grass, reading "BOYCOTT BLOODY INSURANCE" with red paint splatters resembling blood. The river, a walkway, and a lifebuoy are also present in the scene.

A large industrial crane with a rusted metal structure stands tall near a river, with "CLYDEPORT" written on a box at the top. In the background, a modern, dome-shaped building and other urban structures are visible. In the foreground, three large white banners with bold black and red text are laid out on the grass, reading "BOYCOTT BLOODY INSURANCE" with red paint splatters resembling blood. The river, a walkway, and a lifebuoy are also present in the scene.

Insurers profit by aiding corp greed, climate destruction & imperialism. Exploitative industries rely on them to operate. For Palestinian liberation, climate & migrant justice, we must push insurers. @insuranceboycott.bsky.social targets those funding genocide, fossil fuels, arms & border detention.

28.03.2025 10:23 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A stylized poster for the documentary film "Bank Job" by Daniel Edelstyn & Hilary Powell. The design features a collage of black-and-white, halftone-style portraits of eight people standing together, some holding money or raising their fists. The bold title "BANK JOB" is displayed in large black letters, partially overlaid by the portraits. The background is light turquoise, with golden illustrations of currency symbols and people protesting. The design has a vintage, screen-printed aesthetic.

A stylized poster for the documentary film "Bank Job" by Daniel Edelstyn & Hilary Powell. The design features a collage of black-and-white, halftone-style portraits of eight people standing together, some holding money or raising their fists. The bold title "BANK JOB" is displayed in large black letters, partially overlaid by the portraits. The background is light turquoise, with golden illustrations of currency symbols and people protesting. The design has a vintage, screen-printed aesthetic.

πŸ“½οΈ Join us for a free screening of Bank Job – a doc about a Walthamstow community tackling toxic debt with art & activism!

πŸ“… Tue, 18 Mar 2025, 18:30-21:00
πŸ“ Unison Union, 84 Bell St, G11 1LQ

Tea, coffee, vegan snacks & a chat after. Bring a pal! πŸ’š

#ExtinctionRebellion #CommunityActivism

08.03.2025 15:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Problems for Labour as people are already protesting the energy price cap rise As toothless Ofgem raises the energy price cap again, people have been protesting energy companies' ripping off of us all

Climate groups protested outside SSE's Glasgow offices as Ofgem announced a 6.4% energy price cap increase, adding Β£111 to household bills!
SSE has profited Β£8B since the crisis began. Campaigners demand fair renewable energy to reduce bills & climate impact.
www.thecanary.co/uk/news/2025...

05.03.2025 20:13 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A performer with long, curly hair stands on stage, facing a large crowd. The stage lighting casts a yellow glow over the audience, who are eagerly watching. Some audience members are leaning against the barricade, and one person in the front row has bright green hair. The performer is holding a microphone, and the back of their striped shirt is visible.

A performer with long, curly hair stands on stage, facing a large crowd. The stage lighting casts a yellow glow over the audience, who are eagerly watching. Some audience members are leaning against the barricade, and one person in the front row has bright green hair. The performer is holding a microphone, and the back of their striped shirt is visible.

A live concert scene with a band named "Destroy Boys" performing on stage. A large backdrop behind them displays their name in bold letters along with an illustration of a drum. The stage is lit with purple lighting, and a crowd is watching, with many holding up phones to capture the moment. The band consists of a guitarist and a bassist, both playing their instruments.

A live concert scene with a band named "Destroy Boys" performing on stage. A large backdrop behind them displays their name in bold letters along with an illustration of a drum. The stage is lit with purple lighting, and a crowd is watching, with many holding up phones to capture the moment. The band consists of a guitarist and a bassist, both playing their instruments.

A climate justice activism booth is set up indoors against a brick wall. The booth features banners, posters, and pamphlets related to climate action and Extinction Rebellion, with messages such as "There is no hope for this planet without a change of heart" and "Rebel for life." A man in a dark jacket with buttons on it stands behind the booth, smiling and making a hand gesture. The table is covered with flyers and materials promoting environmental activism.

A climate justice activism booth is set up indoors against a brick wall. The booth features banners, posters, and pamphlets related to climate action and Extinction Rebellion, with messages such as "There is no hope for this planet without a change of heart" and "Rebel for life." A man in a dark jacket with buttons on it stands behind the booth, smiling and making a hand gesture. The table is covered with flyers and materials promoting environmental activism.

🎸 On 27th Jan, we spoke @destroyboysband.bsky.social gig at SWG3, Glasgow.
Three activists hosted a stall & took the stage to highlight climate activism wins, inc. the Rosebank court case & Defend Our Juries appeal. The crowd’s support left us hopeful. Thanks to all involved πŸ™πŸ» #ExtinctionRebellion

04.03.2025 21:12 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 BREAKING: HOWDEN OCCUPIED 🚨

Students & XR activists have stormed Howden’s lobby, calling them out for profiting from #ClimateChaos

πŸ›’οΈ No insurance = No fossil fuels
Without it, oil & gas can’t afford their dirty business

#InsureOurSurvival #EndFossilFuels

29.01.2025 08:52 β€” πŸ‘ 111    πŸ” 47    πŸ’¬ 8    πŸ“Œ 1
two people planting a tree in the dark.

two people planting a tree in the dark.

a baby holly tree in the dark

a baby holly tree in the dark

two people planting a tree in the dark

two people planting a tree in the dark

a baby tree sapling in the ground

a baby tree sapling in the ground

This month XR Glasgow's #GuerillaGardening group took to the streets to plant a range of native Scottish trees. The rebels planted saplings in both fine soil & challenging rocky ground. They’ll have planted approx 400 trees around the city by the end of this winter 🌲
#ExtinctionRebellion

23.01.2025 12:57 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
people dresses in santa and elves outfits stand outside howden insurance brokers in glasgow with a banner saying insure our survival

people dresses in santa and elves outfits stand outside howden insurance brokers in glasgow with a banner saying insure our survival

four people wearing festive attire - one dresses as santa - stand outside Howden in glasgow with XR banners

four people wearing festive attire - one dresses as santa - stand outside Howden in glasgow with XR banners

A person dressed as Santa Claus is holding a large handwritten letter addressed to Howden shareholders. The letter reads: "PLEASE ASK HOWDEN SHAREHOLDERS TO DUMP THEIR FOSSIL FUEL CLIENTS, DOUBLE DOWN ON CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY, AND MAKE IT A MERRY XMAS FOR EVERYONE! EXTINCTION REBELLION." Another person wearing a Santa hat and festive scarf stands nearby holding papers. The setting appears to be an office with chairs and a window showing a street outside.

A person dressed as Santa Claus is holding a large handwritten letter addressed to Howden shareholders. The letter reads: "PLEASE ASK HOWDEN SHAREHOLDERS TO DUMP THEIR FOSSIL FUEL CLIENTS, DOUBLE DOWN ON CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY, AND MAKE IT A MERRY XMAS FOR EVERYONE! EXTINCTION REBELLION." Another person wearing a Santa hat and festive scarf stands nearby holding papers. The setting appears to be an office with chairs and a window showing a street outside.

A collection of colorful flyers and printed materials spread out on a wooden floor. The documents feature various Extinction Rebellion themes, including messages like "UNITE TO SURVIVE," "DISRUPTION," and "ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT THE CLIMATE AND NATURE CRISIS?" Some include QR codes and references to fossil fuel projects like the East African Crude Oil Pipeline. Several of the papers are styled as letters from "Santa."

A collection of colorful flyers and printed materials spread out on a wooden floor. The documents feature various Extinction Rebellion themes, including messages like "UNITE TO SURVIVE," "DISRUPTION," and "ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT THE CLIMATE AND NATURE CRISIS?" Some include QR codes and references to fossil fuel projects like the East African Crude Oil Pipeline. Several of the papers are styled as letters from "Santa."

In December, XR Santa & elves visited Howden in Partick to highlight how flooding in Tenbury Wells has left residents unable to afford or access insurance. While ordinary people suffer, Howden finances fossil fuels. Call on David Howden to stop funding climate destruction.
#ExtinctionRebellion

21.01.2025 21:22 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ’š thanks for the warm welcome πŸ’š

19.01.2025 19:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Rebel for Truth XR posters stuck on a Glasgow City Council Bin

Rebel for Truth XR posters stuck on a Glasgow City Council Bin

A colourful Extinction Rebellion poster stuck on a black bin in Glasgow

A colourful Extinction Rebellion poster stuck on a black bin in Glasgow

Non Violent and Rebel For Truth posters stuck on either side of a Glasgow City Council logo on one of their bins

Non Violent and Rebel For Truth posters stuck on either side of a Glasgow City Council logo on one of their bins

XR logos for extinction rebellion and non violent poster stuck on a Glasgow City Council bin

XR logos for extinction rebellion and non violent poster stuck on a Glasgow City Council bin

We have been spreading the message on the streets of Glasgow. Around 74% of the public report feeling worried about Climate Change according to Office for National Statistics. Our messages are:
1️⃣ Insurers stop insuring Fossil Fuels
2️⃣ Government Tell the Truth
3️⃣ Stop EACOP
#ExtinctionRebellion

19.01.2025 11:46 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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