#9 – Q:Witness – Take action on fracking

Why are Quakers and others taking action to stop fracking? In February 2017, Quakers in Britain called for a ban on shale gas fracking and all forms of intensive fossil fuel extraction. Meeting for Sufferings, Quakers in Britain’s representative body, said “We have faith that we can tackle climate change and build a more sustainable future, but we know this is only possible if fossil fuels remain underground [...] Fracked gas is not the low-carbon solution some suggest that it is and is incompatible with tackling the climate crisis.” In this episode we talk to Sunniva Taylor and Chris Walker who manage the Sustainability and Peace Programme and Quakers in Britain, and we hear from Stephen Lee about upcoming action led by Pendle Hill Quakers. On Saturday 6 May, many will be climbing Pendle Hill in Lancashire to protest against the effects of fracking, both locally and around the world. Quakers are known for worshipping in stillness and they will gather in a meeting for worship for witness. Find out more: www.quaker.org.uk/fracking