Transaction2007, an organisation jointly established by farmers and haulage contractors, has announced that it is to stage a protest against the high cost of fuel in the UK on Saturday 15th December 2007 at 10:00am.

Transaction2007’s announcement on its website reads as follows:

The following statement is released on 10th December 2007 at 10:15Hrs

Transaction2007 have decided to release the date and time of protest action earlier than scheduled. This is to enable the motorist and public to better prepare themselves for the coming action. This will be a nationwide protest extending to Northern and Southern Ireland.

A date of Saturday 15th December 2007 at 10:00am has been decided for protest action. This date was decided by members as the best possible to enable those who would normally be working during the week to attend. This action will be initiated at a refinery or storage depot somewhere near you. Anyone wishing to support action is requested to make your way there at the allotted time. Transaction again wish to emphasise the importance of legal protesting.

Please note: No member from Transaction2007 is available for press or media commenting at this stage.

http://www.transaction-2007.com/

Although the protest is unlikely to have any direct impacts on UK businesses, public reaction to it may do so. Previous protests have resulted in panic buying of fuel and consequent shortages. Business continuity managers are advised to prepare for this possibility.

For an article discussing possible contingency measures, click here.

•Date: 11th Dec 2007• Region: UK •Type: Article •Topic: BC general
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