Education protesters to have their say

Sunday 02 February 2020

A group of protesters are expected to gather together this afternoon, to march against ESC's proposals for the future of secondary education.

The event, which has been set up by the newly formed 'People Power Guernsey', is due to begin at North Beach at 14:00.

The crowd will make their way around the Albert statue and up to Market Square, where speeches will be made. It is expected to take around 45 minutes.

Green ribbons will be handed out at the beginning and end of the march, which protesters can wear to show their support for the States to 'pause and review' before going any further with the 'two school' education model. A number of green ribbons are already being displayed across the island after the launch of the people power campaign. 

Pictured: Supporters have been displaying green ribbons to protest the plans.

"Individuals are encouraged to bring their own placards and make signs for the walk," a spokesperson from People Power Guernsey said. "We are also encouraging individuals to wear bright colours, high visibility jackets and display green ribbons where appropriate.

"It is really important that people attend the march if they feel strongly against the plans. It is only by illustrating people power that the States will have to take notice and things may change."

Guernsey Police are aware of the march and it is understood that the relevant safety precautions are in place.

Pictured top: An online petition has also been set up against the plans.