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LONDON, Aug 13 (KUNA) -- Downing Street Monday warned campaigners at the
controversial "climate change camp'' near Londons Heathrow Airport that any
disruption to the running of the airport would be "unacceptable''.
An estimated 250 people were already in place at the camp for the week-long
event due to start tomorrow.
Dozens of police officers carried out an inspection of the site this
morning, as it was claimed campaigners have not ruled out illegal protests
this Sunday.
It was also alleged that negotiations had broken down between campaigners
and police.
More than 1,500 people from across the UK and other parts of Europe are
expected to join the event against plans to expand the airport, say the
organisers.
A Downing Street spokesman said "People do have a right to protest in this
country but the Government believes action that would disrupt the running of
Heathrow would be unacceptable".
Chief Superintendent Ian Thomas said 25 officers inspected the site this
morning at the landowner's request.
He said police repeatedly asked to send in a small team of officers to
check there had been no damage to the site or any illegal offences caused.
Camp organisers have now agreed to allow four officers to remain on the
site.
Police said they made two arrests, before this morning's visit, one for
suspected deception and another for an outstanding criminal warrant. (pick up
as previous)
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