Independence Live

Welcome to the Independence Live archive of livestreams. We are a collective of citizen livestreamers, mostly based in Scotland, founded with the objective of producing live video at events, which the mainstream media will not cover. We have livestreamed over 1500 events since November 2013 and all for FREE. This is an archive of live videos produced mainly on the livestream.com platform between 2013 and 2021. Our success and continued growth is down to the dedication of our volunteers and the support of our viewers. We continue to cover political, social and cultural events and news stories in Scotland and further afield.

Views expressed on our broadcasts do not necessarily reflect the views of the Independence Live collective nor should our coverage of any event, individual or organisation be taken as an endorsement.

Archived Livestreams, 2013 - 2021

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Why I was kicked out of The Labour Party title=

Why I was kicked out of The Labour Party
9.45pm Sat 30 May 2015

Paisley Women for Independence: Lesley Riddoch A Conversation with Lesley Riddoch: 'Stands Scotland Where it Did'?

A Conversation with Lesley Riddoch: 'Stands Scotland Where it Did'? An event by Paisley Women for Independence After the General Election, where next for Scotland? Tickets Â£3 at the door. Please keep updated if you are 'attending' or 'not attending' as we need to ensure our booked space is big enough. Entry on a first come first served basis. Event open to ALL genders. Tea, coffee and cake included in price of entry!
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Starts at: 7.30pm Fri 29 May 2015

Speakers: Lesley Riddoch 613 x3

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Paisley Women for Independence: Lesley Riddoch title=

Paisley Women for Independence: Lesley Riddoch
7.30pm Fri 29 May 2015

Talking Heads 1 Talking with guests on any subject so please watch, or you can join our panel (Skype: indylive1) , or send messages via livestream chat. Host: Dr Mark McNaught with guest Craig Murray and more to be confirmed.

Talking with guests on any subject so please watch, or you can join our panel (Skype: indylive1) , or send messages via livestream chat. Host: Dr Mark McNaught with guest Craig Murray and more to be confirmed.
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Starts at: 7.00pm Thu 28 May 2015

Speakers: Dr Mark McNaught, Craig Murray 191 x3

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Talking Heads 1
7.00pm Thu 28 May 2015

"Defy Tory Rule": Queen's Speech SSP Rally in Edinburgh The length and breadth of Scotland the Scottish Socialist Party is organising and coordinating a series of protests to simultaneously speak out against planned Conservative cuts to vital Health services and vital social security.

The length and breadth of Scotland the Scottish Socialist Party is organising and coordinating a series of protests to simultaneously speak out against planned Conservative cuts to vital Health services and vital social security. From Westminster, on Wednesday, the Queen's Speech will offer a taste of what is to come from the Conservative government. Much more will follow in terms of cuts. Right out across the country, on that same day, these rallies will offer back a taste of what is to come. Much more will follow in terms of speaking up for a progressive alternative. So join us at the Mound, down by Princes street at 5.30pm. We'll rally together, then be running a stall to circulate material calling out the Tories, and maybe even send folk to picket outside the Scottish Conservative central office. So get creative: bring your placards, bring your banners, bring yourselves.
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Starts at: 5.30pm Wed 27 May 2015

Venue: The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL

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"Defy Tory Rule": Queen's Speech SSP Rally in Edinburgh
5.30pm Wed 27 May 2015

"Defy Tory Rule!" SSP demo in Glasgow Coinciding with the queen's speech, one of many demos across Scotland to defy the Tory cuts

SSP demo outside Ruth Davidson's office in Glasgow
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Starts at: 5.00pm Wed 27 May 2015

Venue: Ruth Davidson's office, 1373 Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8AF 28 x1

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"Defy Tory Rule!" SSP demo in Glasgow
5.00pm Wed 27 May 2015

Islamophobia, war and the Middle East in chaos. The legacy of Bush and Blair. Public meeting with Lindsey German (convenor of STWUK) , Moazzam Begg, Aamer Anwar and Safeena Rashid from Muslim Womens Association of Edinburgh, organised by Stop the War Coalition, Edinburgh Branch

Public meeting with Lindsey German (convenor of STWUK), Moazzam Begg, Aamer Anwar and Safeena Rashid from Muslim Womens Association of Edinburgh, organised by Stop the War Coalition, Edinburgh Branch.
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Starts at: 7.30pm Tue 26 May 2015

Speakers: Lindsey German (convenor of STWUK), Moazzam Begg, Aamer Anwar, Safeena Rashid

Venue: United Augustine Church, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1EL

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Islamophobia, war and the Middle East in chaos. title=

Islamophobia, war and the Middle East in chaos.
7.30pm Tue 26 May 2015

Climate Change and Capitalism Edinburgh Radical Independence branch meeting. Speakers: Ric Lander, Pete Cannell and Ellen Young

Edinburgh Radical Independence branch meeting on Climate Change and Capitalism. Speakers: Ric Lander, Pete Cannell and Ellen Young, who is Secretary to the Broad Alliance of communities under threat from fracking speaking at our meeting on Climate Change
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Starts at: 7.00pm Mon 25 May 2015 107 x3

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Climate Change and Capitalism
7.00pm Mon 25 May 2015

Let's Talk 3 Team Talk Live

The team will be live via Skype to talk about what each of us has been up to recently, latest developments and plans for forthcoming events. Guests are welcome and if you would like to share your views with us then please get in touch.
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Starts at: 7.00pm Sun 24 May 2015 170 x4

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Let's Talk 3
7.00pm Sun 24 May 2015

Rage Against Tory Rule Demo against Tory austerity at Buchanan Street steps

The Buchanan Street Steps once again are the central focus of the city center as the people demonstrate against Tory imposed austerity which they say has no mandate in a Scotland that has returned no less than 56 SNP MPs to Westminster.
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Starts at: 1.00pm Sat 23 May 2015 554 x2

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Rage Against Tory Rule
1.00pm Sat 23 May 2015

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SSP ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2015
9.30am Sat 23 May 2015

Bouncers off Campus The University has hired private security guards â€“ in their dozens and at a cost of tens of thousands â€“ to block access to the occupation and to protect their investments in fossil fuels. Charles Stewart House, Chambers Street, Edinburgh

The University has hired private security guards â€“ in their dozens and at a cost of tens of thousands â€“ to block access to the occupation and to protect their investments in fossil fuels. Since the security have arrived, theyâ€™ve made serious threats to students and members of the occupation, and earlier today they slammed a student to the ground by their neck and strangled them. This guard has been charged with assault, but thatâ€™s not enough. No one is safe with these thugs on campus. The University need to get rid of them immediately. More than that, the University need to divest from fossil fuels and stop funding climate change and the destruction of our planet.
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Starts at: 11.30am Fri 22 May 2015 532 x2

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Bouncers off Campus
11.30am Fri 22 May 2015

SWP - Where next for the left? With Charlie Kimber, SWP; Angela McCormick, TUSC candidate Glasgow North; and Glasgow Homeless Caseworker strikers

Just a week after the General Election revolt is in the air. Over 4000 demonstrated in Bristol. Nearly 400 came to Manchester's Peoples Assembly organising meeting. And major J20 demos are planned for Glasgow, London and Cardiff. As Labour goes into meltdown we have to build resistance to coming Tory welfare cuts and restrictions on unions' rights to organise. The election of 56 SNP MPs shows there is no mandate for Tory Rule in Scotland, or anywhere in the UK. The SNP government and SNP/ Labour councils should stop implementing Tory cuts now. Come along to our public meeting and discuss how we can build the strikes and protests and unite the left. With Charlie Kimber, SWP; Angela McCormick, TUSC candidate Glasgow North; and Glasgow Homeless Caseworker strikers
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Starts at: 7.30pm Thu 21 May 2015 269 x1

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SWP - Where next for the left?
7.30pm Thu 21 May 2015

Local Democracy & Participation The brutal cuts we have already had will pale in comparison to the cuts that are to come. Dunoon's Forward Shop plan to build a platform for debating strategy, participation and action.

The brutal cuts we have already had will pale in comparison to the cuts that are to come. Dunoon's Forward Shop plan to build a platform for debating strategy, participation and action.
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Starts at: 7.30pm Tue 19 May 2015

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Local Democracy & Participation
7.30pm Tue 19 May 2015 (YouTube)

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Glasgow Green sendoff for 8 Glasgow MPs title=

Glasgow Green sendoff for 8 Glasgow MPs
4.00pm Sun 17 May 2015

RIC Conference on Scotland's History and Culture An all-Scotland event organised by Radical Independence Edinburgh branch.

SCOTLAND'S RADICAL HISTORY AND CULTURE National Radical independence Campaign Conference Welcoming session 11.00 - 11.15 Participants a have a choice from two topics from each session . Session 1 - 11.15- 12.30 A. Scotland's Radical Culture Scott Hames, University of Stirling, editor of Unstated: Scottish Writers and Independence Meaghan Delahunt. University of Stirling, novelist and short story writer B. Scottish Factory Occupations Andy Clark, Strathclyde University on Lee Jeans occupation plus another speaker being arranged Lunch break - 12.30 - 13.45 Session 2 - 13.45 - 15.00 A. Scotland - the Impact of the '68 Generation Ray Burnett, contributor to the first Red Paper on Scotland Geraldine Gould, recollections of a political activist in Edinburgh in the early 1970's B .The 1984-5 Miners Strike Jim Philipps, University of Glasgow plus another speaker being arranged Session 3 - 15.15 - 16.30 A. The Legacy of James Connolly in Edinburgh Chloe Alexander Ross, Aberdeen University, researcher into radical and labour links between Ireland and Scotland Jim Slaven, James Connolly Society B. The Poll Tax in Scotland Ewan Gibbs, PhD student, Glasgow University Julie Smith, activist in Edinburgh & Lothians Anti-Poll Tax Federation Session 4 - Report Back, 16.30 - 17.00 Do you have questions about RIC - SCOTLAND'S RADICAL HISTORY AND CULTURE? The event will take place at Epworth Halls, 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9BX
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Starts at: 11.00am Sat 16 May 2015

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RIC Conference on Scotland's History and Culture
11.00am Sat 16 May 2015

EVENING - Al Nakba Public Meeting & Launch of Palestine Alliance in Scotlan Speakers include: Manuel Hassassian, Palestinian ambassador to the UK

Friday 15 May 2015, 7.30pm Strathclyde University Students Union with food & refreshments Speakers include: Manuel Hassassian, Palestinian ambassador to the UK See also event earlier in the day: A series of exhibitions, displays and videos in the words of Palestinians - Enduring Roots film showing the ongoing resistance to Israeli land theft - Stolen villages history of Al Nakba and the dispossession of the Palestinian people - Ongoing Nakba how Israel continues to steal land - Refugees the voices of Palestinians in Scotland - Right of return Palestinians around the world - Palestinians today living with occupation and siege - Resistance protest in Palestine and around the world - Handala's house children in Palestine https://www.facebook.com/events/397229763794134/ Organised by Palestine Alliance in Scotland
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Starts at: 7.30pm Fri 15 May 2015 173 x1

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EVENING - Al Nakba Public Meeting & Launch of Palestine Alliance in Scotlan title=

EVENING - Al Nakba Public Meeting & Launch of Palestine Alliance in Scotlan
7.30pm Fri 15 May 2015

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BBC Bias Protest V Veterans for Independence, Steve Atkinson, Callum Baird, Billy Bates, Ken Godwin, Kevin Gore, Bobby Nicholson, Insectaways, Shaun Moore, Citizen Smart and Jock Scott (Yew Choob) Speakers:Tommy Sheridan(to be confirmed) & Joshua Brown

Times are 2pm - 4.30pm 14th Sept BBC Pacific Quay Glasgow The BBC is guilty of much ongoing wrongs this is our final chance to show the truth and protest their actions before the referendum make your stand carry your banners exposing them and bring your saltires in support of your country this is serious get on your feet. BBC Bias Propaganda & Coverups, Peace Protest V, with this being just 4 Days before the Independence Referendum it will be the finally chance for a HUGE YES before #YES following on from the Wallace March at Stirling 12th Sept then the Freedom Convoy from Stirling to Glasgow 14th Sept, the convoy then ties up with this final protest at the BBC let's show them we are going to win this referendum by a Proverbial Mile. Confirmed performers so far are: Steve Atkinson, Callum Baird, Billy Bates, Ken Godwin, Kevin Gore, Bobby Nicholson, Insectaways, Shaun Moore, Citizen Smart and Jock Scott (Yew Choob) Speakers:Tommy Sheridan(to be confirmed), Joshua Brown & Veterans for Independence Pat Lee (MC) Cheryl Scott
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Starts at: 2.00pm Sun 14 Sep 2014

Venue: BBC, Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1DZ BBC Bias Protest V 2.00pm Sun 14 Sep 2014

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Craig Murray Interview Craig Murray speaks to Dr Mark McNaught

Interview with Craig Murray: Mark McNaught will be interviewing former diplomat and scholar Craig Murray, and discussing the General Election, Scottish Independence, and anything else that pops up.
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Starts at: 7.30pm Thu 18 May 2017 Craig Murray Interview 7.30pm Thu 18 May 2017

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Referendum Count: Glasgow Emirates & George Square Live coverage from both George Square & The Velodrome

Del covering George Square Kev covering the Velodrome
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Starts at: 10.00pm Thu 18 Sep 2014

Venue: George Square & The Velodrome Emirates Arena G40 3HG Referendum Count: Glasgow Emirates & George Square 10.00pm Thu 18 Sep 2014

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YES INFO RALLY, George Square 2PM A YES rally in George Square, with lots of entertainment!

A YES rally in George Square. Bring information/leaflets. Answer any questions the public may have, openly invite them into our folds no matter their current voting stance. Have a wee sing song or two, then off to bed to rest our flag-waving wrists for that all important ballot box the next day! "GEORGE SQUARE INFO RALLY" SET LIST TIME: 2:00 to 2:10 - Gavin Paterson (Acoustic) 2:10 to 2:20 - 2:20 to 2:30 - 2:30 to 2:40 - 2:40 to 2:50 - 2:50 to 3:00 - Kinkystone (Acoustic Band) 3:00 to 3:10 - Tom Vevers (Acoustic) 3:10 to 3:20 - Robin McAlpine (Radical Independence) 3:20 to 3:30 - Crawford Smith (YES Southside - Band) 3:30 to 3:40 - 3:40 to 3:50 - 3:50 to 4:00 - 4:00 to 4:10 - Emjay (Acoustic) 4:10 to 4:20 - Mark McG (Spoken Word) 4:20 to 4:30 - Jane Godly (Speech) 4:30 to 4:40 - Clanadonia (Band) 4:40 to 4:50 - Simon Atkinson (Speech) 4:50 to 5:00 - Benny Wenda (West Papua) 5:00 to 5:10 - Travel Cats (Scottish Folk) 5:10 to 5:20 - Tommy Sheridan 5:20 to 5:30 - Tommy Sheridan 5:30 to 5:40 - BLOCO YES (Drummers) 5:40 to 5:50 - Colonel Mustard and the Dijon 5 (Band) 5:50 to 6:00 - Darren 'Loki' McGarvey (Rapper/Speech) 6:00 to 6:10 - Darren 'Loki' McGarvey (Rapper/Speech) 6:10 to 6:20 - Joshua Brown (Solidarity with Palestine) 6:20 to 6:30 - Cat Hepburn (Poem) 6:30 to 6:40 - Steve Atkinson (Folk Singer) 6:40 to 6:50 - Cheryl Scott (KA Radio) 6:50 to 7:00 - Kevin P. Gilday (Spoken Word) 7:00 to 7:10 - British Army Veterns (Speech) 7:10 to 7:20 - San Fran and the Siscos (Band) 7:20 to 7:30 - 7:30 to 7:40 - Yes Ceilidh Band (Dance!) 7:40 to 7:50 - Yes Ceilidh Band (Dance!) 7:50 to 8:00 - Yes Ceilidh Band (Dance!) **Myself Nor The Other Hosts Of This Event Endorse Any Violence, Drunken Disorderly Or Otherwise Negative Behaviour Within Or Out With The Official Time Of This Event!**
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Starts at: 6.00pm Wed 17 Sep 2014

Go to Facebook event page YES INFO RALLY, George Square 2PM 6.00pm Wed 17 Sep 2014

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DPAC Protest & meeting about Ian Duncan Smith in Manchester Alliance network with Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC)

PROTEST THE TORY PARTY CONFERENCE Monday 5th October 12pm - meet at Central Library opposite the Midland Hotel, just off St Peter's Square Iain Duncan Smith has been at the heart of the Tories' attacks on disabled people and benefit claimants. Join our protest against this scumbag whose cuts have seen thousands die after being found 'fit for work. Protest & meeting against Ian Duncan Smith @ 12pm, Central Library Alliance network with Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC), StopChanges2ATW and TUC Disabled Workers' Committee
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Starts at: 12.00pm Mon 5 Oct 2015

Speakers: Disabled People Against Cuts (DPAC), StopChanges2ATW, TUC Disabled Workers' Committee

Venue: Central Library, Manchester M2 5PD

Go to event website DPAC Protest & meeting about Ian Duncan Smith in Manchester 12.00pm Mon 5 Oct 2015

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Hope Over Fear: One Year On Hope Over Fear are organizing this 2015 event to coincide with the anniversary of the referendum and to make a clear statement that our journey to full Independence for our nation continues. Our First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon has stated clearly that...

Hope Over Fear are organizing this 2015 event to coincide with the anniversary of the referendum and to make a clear statement that our journey to full Independence for our nation continues. Our First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon has stated clearly that it will be the people of Scotland who will determine if and when there is an #indyref2. Lets fill Freedom Square and the surrounding streets of Glasgow on September 19th to make our voices heard. 2018 is an ideal year for #indyref2 as it is clear in terms of elections north and south of the border. (2016 Scottish parliament, 2017 Scottish council, 2019 English council and 2020 General election.) Join us on the Square with the message, #Indyref2 2018.
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Starts at: 11.00am Sat 19 Sep 2015

Venue: George Square G2 Hope Over Fear: One Year On 11.00am Sat 19 Sep 2015

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HOPE OVER FEAR: SEIZE THE DAY RALLY George Square, Glasgow. Lots of great speakers including Mark McGowan, The Artist Taxi Driver plus great music...

The Hope Over Fear campaign will not shirk its responsibilities. On May 7th 2015 we have a unique opportunity in Scotland to wipe out the blue, yellow and red Tories in one fell swoop. We can electorally punish those who lined up with the billionaires and millionaires to lie, deceive and bully our nation into submission. We are not too small, too poor or too scared to move forward into a new and better world and by uniting the pro-Scotland and anti-Establishment vote in May 2015 we can realise our dreams. Bring the family and enjoy another great day out while listening to the speakers from all political backgrounds and on the importance of using your vote wisely at the general election. There will also be many amazingly talented artists and musicians for you to enjoy on the day. In the words of Gerry Cinnamon's inspiring anthem of our movement, "Hope Over Fear, Carpe Diem". Letâ€™s seize the day in 2015. NOTE: Mark McGowan, The Artist Taxi Driver will be one of the speakers :) FACEBOOK EVENT: https://www.facebook.com/events/401561463337441/
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Starts at: 11.00am Sat 25 Apr 2015

Go to Facebook event page HOPE OVER FEAR: SEIZE THE DAY RALLY 11.00am Sat 25 Apr 2015

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Red Road Flats Demolition RED ALERT DANGER DANGER Covering the controversial demolition of the Red Road Flats

ALSO here for protesters live stream within the danger zone http://livestre.am/5dlJI Highly contentious issue with many locals against the blowing up of these 6 flats at once and want them brought down floor by floor. The flats could still contain asbestos; they are very close to residential areas including a nursery and there is worry about water and gas pipes being burst. See WikiPedia link for more info and criticism of previous Red Row flats that have been blown up. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Road_Flats
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Starts at: 3.00pm Sun 11 Oct 2015

Venue: Red Road Flats, Glasgow G21 3BL

Go to Facebook event page Red Road Flats Demolition RED ALERT DANGER DANGER 3.00pm Sun 11 Oct 2015

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Hope Over Fear Rally, George Square A big day oot for all the family with live music and speakers

Let's fill the Square with HOPE and DETERMINATION to deliver independence and FREEDOM.
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Starts at: 12.00pm Sun 12 Oct 2014

Go to Facebook event page Hope Over Fear Rally, George Square 12.00pm Sun 12 Oct 2014

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BBC Bias Peaceful Protest #2 Around 1:30 - 3:30pm BBC Bias Peaceful Protest #2 - The People's Voice!

BBC Bias Peaceful Protest #2 - The People's Voice! Sunday, June 29 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm BBC Scotland Studios, Pacific Quay G51 1 Glasgow, United Kingdom This is a protest against bias from the self-proclaimed â€œimpartialâ€ BBC. The most important issue we need to highlight is the repeated omission of relevant facts, information & answers that has kept Scotland in the dark about the real independence debate. The BBCâ€™s coverage is ruining the run up to the biggest decision in our history. People are suitably sickened by the BBC & other mainstream media and their one sided conveyor belt of scare stories portrayed against our economic prospects, EU membership and the currency of an independent Scotland. Sometimes the bias is not in what they do cover but what they don't cover in their news & current affairs programmes. Specific examples of bias that concerns us are as follows: Make up of Question Time panels. Irish & Luxembourg EU ministers views misrepresented. UKIP promotion during EU elections. University of the West of Scotland report on bias on evening news programmes (BBC & STV) University of the West of Scotland report on bias on Radio Scotland Good Morning Scotland show The BBC's membership of the CBI which opposes independence and even tried to become an official member of the no campaign until a U turn after a mass cancellation of membership by Scottish companies. Different styles of questioning for Yes/No including more frequent interruptions from interviewers. The list goes onâ€¦ Let's keep up the pressure on the old BBC and arrange their next outing as a massive anti-bias operation! Bring your saltires, banners, balloons, friends, family and loud voices. Make it a day to remember! Everyone is welcome from both sides of the debate. Groups that wish to protest about other instances of BBC bias unrelated to the independence debate are also more than welcome to attend.
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Starts at: 1.30pm Sun 29 Jun 2014

Go to Facebook event page BBC Bias Peaceful Protest #2 1.30pm Sun 29 Jun 2014