NEWS Sisters Uncut occupy old women’s prison to stop it being turned into luxury flats

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Women’s rights group Sisters Uncut have occupied Holloway Prison in London.

The group has a history of eye-catching protests, including turning Trafalgar Square’s fountains red and storming the red carpet at the premier of Suffragette.

Activists ‘reclaimed’ the old visitor’s centre after reports the former women’s prison in North London was going to be demolished, and turned into a £2billion block of luxury flats.

On a banner, unfurled by the group on the side of the building, they said: ‘This is public land – our land. We don’t want luxury flats and homeless spikes.

‘We demand actual affordable hosing and a women’s building.’


Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2017/05/28/sisters-uncut-occupy-old-womens-prison-to-stop-it-being-turned-into-luxury-flats-6667570/#ixzz4iXRGTI5A
 
The occupation of Holloway Prison by the women’s rights group Sisters Uncut highlights significant social and political issues surrounding urban development and women's rights in London. Here's a breakdown of the key elements of this event: Background
  • Sisters Uncut is known for its impactful protests aimed at raising awareness for women's rights, with past actions including transforming Trafalgar Square's fountains to symbolize blood and disruptively participating in events like the premiere of the film Suffragette. The Occupation
  • The group occupied the old visitor’s center of Holloway Prison after concerns emerged that the site would be demolished in favor of a luxury housing development estimated to cost £2 billion. This development raises questions about gentrification and the prioritization of luxury housing over community needs. Demands
  • On a banner they displayed, the activists made their position clear: "This is public land – our land. We don’t want luxury flats and homeless spikes. We demand actual affordable housing and a women’s building." This statement underscores their call for more affordable housing solutions and support for women. Implications
  • This occupation brings light to ongoing societal issues, including homelessness, the need for affordable housing, and the specific needs of women in urban planning. It raises the question of how public spaces are utilized and who benefits from urban development projects. For further details, you can read more about the event here: http://metro.co.uk/2017/05/28/sisters-uncut-occupy-old-womens-prison-to-stop-it-being-turned-into-luxury-flats-6667570/#ixzz4iXRGTI5A.
 
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