Peace Strike "ON STRIKE FOR PEACE"

Petition into Downing Street 11th August 2011

With a notice of 24 hours, the authorities in the UK can now authorise the use of water cannon and plastic bullets, should there be a threat of the violence and looting that has been witnessed in so many  of our cities country-wide.

http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2087759,00.html

To date, the evidence against the use of such drastic measures speak for themselves.

It must never be acceptable that we, the British people, will allow our civil liberties to be pushed beyond what is reasonable. Water canon and rubber bullets have been used in Northern Ireland. Sadly this has generally been accepted across the UK. Now for the first time, they could be used in mainland Britain. Also, worryingly, they could be used against protesters and to stop blockades.

We need to rally now in defence of what Britain stands for, and It does not accept that we turn on our own people with force that could lead to serious injury or death. It is used in other countries, however, the British nation will not accept its use here. We say to the British Government:

” DON’T CROSS THE LINE”

If we do, the use of water cannon and plastic bullets  would lead to more potential violence and resentment.

The warning signs of civil unrest has been spoken about for years, coming from teachers, police, social workers, community workers etc. The issue is that consecutive governments have chosen to ignore these concerns.  With the recent austerity cuts that have affected people on low income especially, there has been an outcry, by the people, that has gone unheeded.

Ultimately, if we insist on waging wars, that the people do not want to  support, morally or financially, then something has got to give…..

http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/aug/09/plastic-bullets-warning-police-orde

Top cop warns against use of plastic bullets on rioters.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2011/aug/09/riots-curfew-water-cannon

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_cannon

Refers to safety aspect.

http://rfjusa.org/2011/08/plastic-bullets-are-never-a-solution/

Numbers killed by plastic bullets

WE SAY NO TO THE USE OF WATER CANNON AND PLASTIC BULLETS ON THE STREETS OF BRITAIN!

WHAT CAN YOU DO ?……………….PETITION HER MAJESTY’S GOVERNMENT and pass this message on…

Petition submitted by Greg Matthews.

http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/8860

"UNITY AND DEMOCRACY FOR KOREA"

Okhwan Yoon officially ended his hunger strike on day 41, Saturday 6th August 2011.

He was in a very weak condition. After a lot of consideration it was decided that it was in the best interest to look to the future and to continue his campaign work in yet another interesting and dynamic way. The political climate at the moment is not ready or willing to take on board the issues of peace and unity when so much of the political message is based on fear and the so-called “War On Terror”

It will take some time for him to build up his strength and energy, and to get back into full operational mode! There is no rush at the moment, as the emphasise must be that he fully recovers.

He would like to extend his sincere gratitude to all the supporters and well wishers who have conveyed  support for his cause. Also a thank you is given to local church Ministers who visited and prayed for him.

We must keep an open and positive mind….remember, the Berlin wall did FALL!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnYXbJ_bcLc

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-14514916

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-14514916?postId=109972560#comment_109972560

Okhwan Yoon will continue his campaign………..”ONE KOREA,ONE WORLD”

Petition into No 10 Downing Street.

Petition handed in this morning to No 10 Downing Street, official home of the British Prime Minister David Cameron.

Okhwan Yoon continues his “Hunger Strike for Peace” opposite St. Margaret’s Church, in the shadows of Westminster cathedral. During the day it is unbearably hot in his small insignificant tent that is lost in the array of similar tents along the pavement.

His message continues…….

“ONE KOREA, ONE WORLD”

Day 39 of Hunger Strike for "Freedom and Unity in Korea".

Okhwan Yoon is now on day 39 of his hunger strike outside the Houses Of Parliament, here in the UK.

http://london.indymedia.org/articles/9548

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kTj-00cj1U

http://www.okhwan.com/

Okhwan

Years on a bike. Is it enough?

Ministers from Westminster Abbey and the Methodist Central Hall are praying for Okhwan.

Okhwan Yoon. Photo taken on day 34 of his hunger strike

Okhwan Yoon has now been on hunger strike at Parliament square for 37 days. On Monday a Minister from the Methodist Central Hall came to visit him and offer comfort. They have been trying to contact a Korean speaking Minister but have had difficulty in doing so, due to the August holiday period, when so many people are away or are uncontactable.

It is similar to the Tamil Protest and hunger strike in 2009 when the Government was on holiday and it was impossible to contact anyone in an official capacity.

Parliament Square 1st August 2011

Okhwan Yoon is from SOUTH KOREA and started his hunger strike at Parliament Square on the 26th June 2011.
He has been travelling Internationally  for the past 10 years visiting 192 countries. His mission has been to spread the message of peace, love and unity for all people wherever and whoever they are. He has journeyed through  the mountains of Afghanistan and also ventured into Iran. He has been made welcome and treated with respect wherever he has gone. Sadly and ironically, he has as yet, not been able to visit the northern part of his country KOREA.

http://www.facebook.com/people/Okhwan-Yoon/100001554701940

"ONE WORLD, ONE KOREA"

A daily Petition is handed into No 10 Downing Street, Whitehall UK.

Okhwan Yoon continues his hunger strike, despite very little support or publicity.

North Korean politics is not an area in  which western politicians  care to venture.

Okwan needs support in his truly gallant effort in highlighting that it is in everyone’s interest to promote peace in our world.

http://4therecord.org/2011/07/13/okhwan-yoon-on-hunger-strike-parliament-square-uk/