Banana Blockade

16 banana activists were arrested today for blockading the North Gate of the Faslane Base. Forming 3 affinity groups the bananas used miniature arm locks and d-locks made of foil in their attempt to shut the base down. Assisted by 3 human supporters wearing Banana Support jackets, the banana blocks positioned themselves in front of the gates where they were immediately seized by eager police. Their banners read 'Trident is Bananas', 'Bananas say No Trident' and 'Make Banana Cake not War'.

I wonder if it is the same people who think bananas and pineapples are produced in decent and safe conditions for human health that think that nuclear submarines are safe... and necessary. This may well seem like a random thought, but, for those of us who are trying to facilitate a transition to a world based on social and economic justice and one which leaves the natural environment in a healthy state for future generations, it is not as random as it may first appear.