Shell's only argument for Corrib, is that it will give Ireland 'security of supply'. However, this requires that Ireland bids against buyers in other countries and pay the full international rate. If the international price of gas were to double over the next decade, then the price that Irish consumers pay for gas will double. In the current economic situation, the Irish State will be forced to borrow money to buy back gas that was given to Shell for free.”
St Patrick's Day protesters in Bristol
mayo | anti-capitalism | news report Monday March 24, 2008 20:51 by maria walsh - Rising Tide
Activists in Bristol took action against two Shell garages in support of the Rossport Community in Mayo.
One Shell garage was shut during the morning rush hour and drivers were turned away from a second when protesters in Bristol, England took to the forecourts in support of the Rossport community in Mayo.
Bristol's St Patrick's Day protesters take to the forecourts.
Passing motorists were treated to traditional Irish music at Shell forecourts in Bristol on St Patrick' Day. During the morning rush hour protesters managed to shut one garage while the afternoon team turned drivers away at a second forecourt. Hundreds of leaflets were handed out explaining what Shell was doing in Mayo and tens of motorists beeped their horns in support. Until next time folks! Good luck.
Posted Date:
26 March 2008 - 10:26pm 
