Update on protest activity – a message from Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating Officer
We can now report that the protestors have now closed the encampment and left the site on Brunswick Park. Banners, tents and other camp materials have been removed.
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Read more: Update on protest activity – a message from Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating Officer
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Response statement to open letter from protest groups
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