From the Poll Tax to Don’t Pay, student rent strikes and beyond — mass refusal has a powerful history in the UK. Millions have come together to oppose unjust taxes, and soaring bills and rent through the act of refusing to pay. But what makes for an effective mass non-payment campaign? How do we win? And, where will the next one come from?
Join Take Back Water to explore these questions through the framework of refusal and the crises currently facing the private water industry in England and Wales.
We’ll discuss why water has become a site of increasing social struggle, alternative ownership models and what it means to refuse as a collective act with speakers including:
- Frances Northrop, Abundance
- Sophie Flinders, Common Wealth
- Johnbosco Nwogbo, We Own It
- Ash Smith, Windrush Against Sewage Pollution
- Jim Morris-Knight, representative for Water, Environment and Transport on UNISON's National Executive Council
- Seth Wheeler, Editor with Agit Press
- Plan C
- And more...
Afterwards, join us for a social to learn more about the campaign and connect with other organisers.
Tickets are free with a £5 deposit we’ll refund on the day. Spaces are limited so register quick to avoid disappointment!
Secure your spot now: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/takebackwater/1763353