The problem with peaceful and civilised methods of trying to make your point (at Newcastle Airport) is that it will get you precisely nowhere. That's what the last three years has proved.
I'm not militant at all, but I've been pretty shocked at some of things that have gone on in recent times. Individuals who try to 'make a point' are in danger of loosing their jobs. The Unions have advised that the airport are the worst people they've ever dealt with.
The strike - believe me - (if it happens) is an absolute last resort. Moderate, christian people - who wouldn't normally rock the boat - are sick of being put upon.
I'll not bore you with the stories. Whatever spin is put on the story - the case is a simple one. People have been treat with contempt and disresepct. This - probably - is not the best way to achieve redress, as nobody wins (sorry about the cliche) - but it's the only thing Parkin may be forced to listen to. No doubt he'll use it to turn the knife a bit more when it's all over.