Where do Members of the British Parliament stand on the question of going to war with Iraq without a second UN resolution?
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Monday, June 02, 2008
Anti-war activists target 'barmy' Bush
Article in the Independent 2/6/08
Following the journalist George Monbiot's failed attempt to make a citizen's arrest on John Bolton, the former US ambassador to the United Nations, at the Hay literary festival last week, plans are afoot to have George Bush apprehended when he visits Britain next month.
An anti-war organisation called the No Confidence Campaign is calling for the US President to be sectioned when he arrives here in two weeks' time. "Under the Mental Health Act 1983, a person can be sectioned if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others," says a spokesman. "It is beyond dispute that George Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of people in Iraq and, unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to do the same in Iran."
http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/columnists/pandora/pandora-weller-still-in-a-town-called-malice-says-jam-drummer-838256.html
Article in the Independent 2/6/08
Following the journalist George Monbiot's failed attempt to make a citizen's arrest on John Bolton, the former US ambassador to the United Nations, at the Hay literary festival last week, plans are afoot to have George Bush apprehended when he visits Britain next month.
An anti-war organisation called the No Confidence Campaign is calling for the US President to be sectioned when he arrives here in two weeks' time. "Under the Mental Health Act 1983, a person can be sectioned if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others," says a spokesman. "It is beyond dispute that George Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of people in Iraq and, unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to do the same in Iran."
http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/columnists/pandora/pandora-weller-still-in-a-town-called-malice-says-jam-drummer-838256.html
Campaigners Plan To Get Bush ‘Sectioned’ During UK Visit
No Confidence Campaign 26.05.2008 12:29
Under the Mental Health Act, a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”. Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency section on President Bush.
Armed with a doctor’s certificate, recommendations from two psychiatrists and a straight-jacket, a group of campaigners will attempt to get George W Bush sectioned under the Mental Health Act (1983) during his visit to Britain next month. The campaigners fear that Mr Bush is planning military intervention against Iran before the end of his term in office in January 2009. Under the Act, a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”.
Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency section. An emergency admission for observation under Section 5 of the Act lasts up to three days and can be sanctioned by one doctor. Admission under Section 2 can last for 28 days, whilst under Section 4 the patient can be detained for up to six months.
The group behind this plan, the No Confidence Campaign, a non-aligned group of activists and health care professionals who came together before the 2003 invasion of Iraq in an attempt to force a vote of no confidence in the Tony Blair’s leadership on the grounds of mental incapacity. They believe that President Bush’s mental stability also needs to be examined. His youthful penchant for sticking firecrackers in live frogs and his defence of the practice of branding fraternity pledges with heated coat hangers has been reported in the New York Times and concerns about his messianic style of leadership are widespread.
Consultant psychiatrist Dr A Walker said today; “In Mr Bush we see an individual who believes he has been chosen by god, who holds to certain beliefs regardless of logic or fact, and who demonstrates an inability to empathise. These are classic symptoms of someone suffering from psychotic grandiose delusions.”
Steven Blaine, spokesman for the NCC, said today; “Under the Mental Health Act 1983 a person can be sectioned if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others. All his latest actions indicate that George Bush is intent on military intervention against Iran before he leaves office. It is beyond dispute that George W Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of in Iraq and unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to do the same in Iran. Whilst “men in white coats” armed with compulsory assessment orders will draw attention to the fact that an attack on Iran is not just a real possibility but an imminent reality. This action may be a ‘stunt’ but it is certainly no ‘joke’. Attacking Iran when she offers no direct to America breaks all precepts of international law and is nothing short of madness.”
The group will be tracking President Bush throughout his stay and hope that police will cooperate in enforcing the Section. To join the campaign or find out more contact noconfcamp@yahoo.co.uk
No Confidence Campaign e-mail: noconfcamp@yahoo.co.uk
Contact Dr Walker on 07963 991828
No Confidence Campaign 26.05.2008 12:29
Under the Mental Health Act, a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”. Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency section on President Bush.
Armed with a doctor’s certificate, recommendations from two psychiatrists and a straight-jacket, a group of campaigners will attempt to get George W Bush sectioned under the Mental Health Act (1983) during his visit to Britain next month. The campaigners fear that Mr Bush is planning military intervention against Iran before the end of his term in office in January 2009. Under the Act, a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”.
Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency section. An emergency admission for observation under Section 5 of the Act lasts up to three days and can be sanctioned by one doctor. Admission under Section 2 can last for 28 days, whilst under Section 4 the patient can be detained for up to six months.
The group behind this plan, the No Confidence Campaign, a non-aligned group of activists and health care professionals who came together before the 2003 invasion of Iraq in an attempt to force a vote of no confidence in the Tony Blair’s leadership on the grounds of mental incapacity. They believe that President Bush’s mental stability also needs to be examined. His youthful penchant for sticking firecrackers in live frogs and his defence of the practice of branding fraternity pledges with heated coat hangers has been reported in the New York Times and concerns about his messianic style of leadership are widespread.
Consultant psychiatrist Dr A Walker said today; “In Mr Bush we see an individual who believes he has been chosen by god, who holds to certain beliefs regardless of logic or fact, and who demonstrates an inability to empathise. These are classic symptoms of someone suffering from psychotic grandiose delusions.”
Steven Blaine, spokesman for the NCC, said today; “Under the Mental Health Act 1983 a person can be sectioned if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others. All his latest actions indicate that George Bush is intent on military intervention against Iran before he leaves office. It is beyond dispute that George W Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of in Iraq and unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to do the same in Iran. Whilst “men in white coats” armed with compulsory assessment orders will draw attention to the fact that an attack on Iran is not just a real possibility but an imminent reality. This action may be a ‘stunt’ but it is certainly no ‘joke’. Attacking Iran when she offers no direct to America breaks all precepts of international law and is nothing short of madness.”
The group will be tracking President Bush throughout his stay and hope that police will cooperate in enforcing the Section. To join the campaign or find out more contact noconfcamp@yahoo.co.uk
No Confidence Campaign e-mail: noconfcamp@yahoo.co.uk
Contact Dr Walker on 07963 991828
Monday, February 19, 2007
Survey reveals majority of MP’s would not support attack on Iran
This Wednesday the deadline for Iran’s compliance with the UN’s resolution 1737 will expire. It is likely, once there has been an appropriate period of discussion, with Russia and China insisting that the resolution gives no authority for military action, that President Bush will order a strike on Iran ‘in support of the authority of the UN’. This was the pretext used for the invasion of Iran in 2003. Any yet today a survey has been revealed that indicates that a majority of Westminster MP’s would not be in favour of any form of military intervention against Iran without the explicit authority of the United Nations.
The survey carried out over a two month period by the Westminster Committee on Iran together with the No Confidence Campaign attempted to establish where every Member of Parliament stood on the question of a possible of pre-emptive war on Iran without the explicit support of the United Nations. The question put to MP’s was:
“In the event of the UN Security Council failing to endorse a resolution sanctioning an attack on Iran, would you, in principle, support military action against Iran?”
In such circumstances, we fear that Tony Blair would support President Bush either through the use of British bases, airspace and equipment or by sanctioning the involvement of British military forces. Last week the Democrats in America told President Bush that he did not have the authority to sanction an attack on Iran without. The findings of this survey, with over 70% of MP’s from all parties opposing an attack on Iran, show that Tony Blair would not have the support of the House to authorise such action. Any material or logistical support for an American-led pre-emptive attack on Iran would trigger Members of Parliament to pass a motion of censure against Her Majesty's Government. A successful a vote of no confidence would necessitate immediate resignation of Tony Blair and his administration.
This Wednesday the deadline for Iran’s compliance with the UN’s resolution 1737 will expire. It is likely, once there has been an appropriate period of discussion, with Russia and China insisting that the resolution gives no authority for military action, that President Bush will order a strike on Iran ‘in support of the authority of the UN’. This was the pretext used for the invasion of Iran in 2003. Any yet today a survey has been revealed that indicates that a majority of Westminster MP’s would not be in favour of any form of military intervention against Iran without the explicit authority of the United Nations.
The survey carried out over a two month period by the Westminster Committee on Iran together with the No Confidence Campaign attempted to establish where every Member of Parliament stood on the question of a possible of pre-emptive war on Iran without the explicit support of the United Nations. The question put to MP’s was:
“In the event of the UN Security Council failing to endorse a resolution sanctioning an attack on Iran, would you, in principle, support military action against Iran?”
In such circumstances, we fear that Tony Blair would support President Bush either through the use of British bases, airspace and equipment or by sanctioning the involvement of British military forces. Last week the Democrats in America told President Bush that he did not have the authority to sanction an attack on Iran without. The findings of this survey, with over 70% of MP’s from all parties opposing an attack on Iran, show that Tony Blair would not have the support of the House to authorise such action. Any material or logistical support for an American-led pre-emptive attack on Iran would trigger Members of Parliament to pass a motion of censure against Her Majesty's Government. A successful a vote of no confidence would necessitate immediate resignation of Tony Blair and his administration.
Friday, June 04, 2004
4th June 2004 For Immediate Release
CAMPAIGNERS IN ROME AND PARIS ATTEMPT TO HAVE BUSH COMPULSOARILY ADMITTED TO A MENTAL INSTITUTION
Armed with certificates from doctors and psychiatrists, campaigners in Italy and France will attempt to get George W Bush committed to a mental hospital
during his visits this weekend. Under the Italian Law 180/833 (1978) and the French Alienated Person’s Law (30th June 1838), a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”.
Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency detention. Legislation in both countries allows for an emergency admission for observation for a period of three days. The power of the compulsory detention can be renewed at stipulated intervals by a judge but it is possible for detention to be ‘lifelong’. The group behind this plan is the No Confidence Campaign, a non-aligned group of activists and health care professionals founded in Britain. Concerns about his messianic style of leadership are widespread and they believe that President Bush’s mental stability needs to be examined.
Consultant psychiatrist Dr A Walker said today; “In Mr Bush we see an individual who believes he has been chosen by god, who holds to certain beliefs regardless of logic or fact, and who demonstrates an inability to empathise. These are classic symptoms of someone suffering from psychotic grandiose delusions.”
A spokesman for the NCC, said today; “Under the Italian Law 180/833 (1978) and the French Alienated Person’s Law (30th June 1838) a person can be detained if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others. It is beyond dispute that George W Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of people Iraq. Unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to continue to threaten lives and stability on a global scale”.
The NCC recognises that the attempts by “men in white coats” armed with compulsory assessment orders are likely to fail. However, they insist that whilst the action may be a ‘stunt’ it is certainly no ‘joke’. “The war in Iraq was based on the principle of ‘anticipatory self defence’ or ‘preventive war’. If we allow the concept that wars can be fought on the basis of what states might do rather than what they have done or are about to do it will shatter the precepts of international law and spark problems across the globe. It is nothing short of madness.” Simanowitz said.
The groups will be tracking President Bush and request that police will cooperate in enforcing this legitimate detention.
CAMPAIGNERS IN ROME AND PARIS ATTEMPT TO HAVE BUSH COMPULSOARILY ADMITTED TO A MENTAL INSTITUTION
Armed with certificates from doctors and psychiatrists, campaigners in Italy and France will attempt to get George W Bush committed to a mental hospital
during his visits this weekend. Under the Italian Law 180/833 (1978) and the French Alienated Person’s Law (30th June 1838), a person is subject to compulsory admission for assessment in a mental institution if a doctor fears they are “likely to cause harm to themselves or others”.
Using their knowledge of the system, the group composed of doctors, psychologists and mental health professionals will attempt to force an emergency detention. Legislation in both countries allows for an emergency admission for observation for a period of three days. The power of the compulsory detention can be renewed at stipulated intervals by a judge but it is possible for detention to be ‘lifelong’. The group behind this plan is the No Confidence Campaign, a non-aligned group of activists and health care professionals founded in Britain. Concerns about his messianic style of leadership are widespread and they believe that President Bush’s mental stability needs to be examined.
Consultant psychiatrist Dr A Walker said today; “In Mr Bush we see an individual who believes he has been chosen by god, who holds to certain beliefs regardless of logic or fact, and who demonstrates an inability to empathise. These are classic symptoms of someone suffering from psychotic grandiose delusions.”
A spokesman for the NCC, said today; “Under the Italian Law 180/833 (1978) and the French Alienated Person’s Law (30th June 1838) a person can be detained if they are likely to cause harm to themselves or to others. It is beyond dispute that George W Bush has caused grievous harm to thousands of people Iraq. Unless he is locked away in a secure institution, he looks set to continue to threaten lives and stability on a global scale”.
The NCC recognises that the attempts by “men in white coats” armed with compulsory assessment orders are likely to fail. However, they insist that whilst the action may be a ‘stunt’ it is certainly no ‘joke’. “The war in Iraq was based on the principle of ‘anticipatory self defence’ or ‘preventive war’. If we allow the concept that wars can be fought on the basis of what states might do rather than what they have done or are about to do it will shatter the precepts of international law and spark problems across the globe. It is nothing short of madness.” Simanowitz said.
The groups will be tracking President Bush and request that police will cooperate in enforcing this legitimate detention.
Monday, February 24, 2003
It is likely that the United Nations will vote on a Second Resolution in the week starting Monday 17th March. A failure by the UN to endorse a final ultimatum to Iraq is unlikely to affect the American adminstration's determination to go to war. Indeed, if it is clear that a majority of the security council will not support a second resolution, a vote might not take place at all. In such circumstances,Tony Blair has indicated that he will follow the American adminstration and declare war on Iraq.
Over the past month The No Condfidence Campaign has attempted to establish where each and every Member of Parliament stands on the question of a possible of pre-emptive war on Iraq without the support of the United Nations.
In principle, would Members of Parliament support a war with Iraq without a second UN resolution?
Over the past month The No Condfidence Campaign has attempted to establish where each and every Member of Parliament stands on the question of a possible of pre-emptive war on Iraq without the support of the United Nations.
In principle, would Members of Parliament support a war with Iraq without a second UN resolution?
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