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AN ESTIMATED 5,000 people took part in the action on November 8 and 9 last week organised by Greenham womén against cruise. The 102 peace camp action was initiated to coincide with the court case being filed on November 9 in the Federal Court, New York, against President Reagan.
Greenham Women Against Cruise are attempting to take Reagan to court on the grounds that cruise violates international law and are hence illegal, in an attempt to stop them.
It is difficult to know what the campaign expects out of such a case. Apart from costing a lot of much-needed money, at least £20,000, it can do very little except give Greenham more international publicity.
As a focal point for action. the camps were successful and reflected popular support for Greenham. Most of the bases were in fact covered with CND groups, YCND groups, Labour Parties organising mixed action to coincide with the women's peace camps.
In the north of Ireland over 100 women made a protest outside the US consulate. Letters were then handed in to the ViceConsulate, who later met with four women.
• Action is being continued with a half-day blockade at RAF Bishopcroft, Co. Down.
In Wales, people turned out at Barry, Caewent and Brawdy.
In Cardiff on 22 November, to coincide with the next stage of the case in New York, a mock trial of Reagan will be held, along with further action.
All in all the events were a colourful success. Banners, bands and singing accompanied the many protests. The day of action shows that despite the government's attempts, people are willing to take action against cruise and in support of the women at Greenham.