Brian Haw, one of the most recognisable figures in the British anti-war movement, has died.

Brian Haw, one of the most recognisable figures in the British anti-war movement, has died.



Haw set up camp outside the UK parliament in 2001 to protest against British and US foreign policy, staying there for 10 years.



Exposing the plight of victims of Britain's policies, Haw remained a thorn in the side of UK politicians who used legislation to him move out of the immediate vicinity of the parliament.



Al Jazeera's Christina Marker reports from London.

Seven year anniversary for Parliament Square Peace Protestor Brian Haw

Dear supporters of Brian Haw and the right to protest,

Further to the email a few days ago about the 7th anniversary of the start of Brian's vigil for peace and justice in Parliament Square, Brian has confirmed that he will be fasting and praying from Sunday 1 June to Monday 2. He welcomes others to join him in the fast.

To mark this occasion there will be a gathering of supporters from 2pm on Sunday 1 June in the Square although it is requested that NO FOOD OR DRINK be brought. See the press release below for more information.

best wishes
Emma
Parliament Square Peace Campaign
http://www.blogger.com/www.parliament-square.org.uk



PRESS RELEASE
Friday 30 May 2008

Seven year anniversary for Parliament Square peace protestor

Monday 2nd June will be the 7th anniversary of the start of Brian Haw's continuous protest against the Government's foreign policy on Iraq - against the economic sanctions that caused huge suffering to the Iraqi people, and against the invasion and occupation of the country.

To mark the seven years, Mr Haw will be fasting and praying from Sunday 1 June to Monday 2nd and is inviting others to join him. There will be a gathering in Parliament Square at 2pm on Sunday 1st June for Mr Haw's supporters.

Brian Haw has continued his protest every day and night since 2nd June 2001, despite attempts to silence him including the introduction of a ban on unauthorised protest around Parliament under the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act in 2005.

In his determination to stand up for peace and justice, Mr Haw has gained considerable recognition and continues his vigil while many of those who sought to stop his protest are no longer in power. And in March this year the Government announced that the restrictions on protest around Parliament would themselves be repealed. [A]

Contact and information:
Parliament Square Peace Campaign
info@parliament-square.org.uk
http://www.parliament-square.org.uk/

Notes:A. For details of the restrictions on protest under the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act see http://www.repeal-socpa.info/