This just in from the Isle of Wight Police
Hampshire Constabulary’s West Wight Safer Neighbourhoods Inspector Paul Savill said: “Police have a responsibility to help ensure demonstrations at Vestas Blades remain safe and peaceful.
“Local officers on duty at the site acknowledge and understand the strength of feeling regarding the closure of this wind turbine blade factory, and its impact on the community, staff and their families.
“Police have retained an independent role in maintaining public order and safety around the site and preventing crime whilst employees protesting and Vestas management negotiate to resolve the situation.
“We are working with staff involved in the demonstration and the company’s managers to support a safe outcome to the situation as soon as possible.
“Hampshire Constabulary served a notice under section 14 of the Public Order Act 1986 on Wednesday afternoon (July 22) to ensure any ongoing demonstrations outside the plant can take place lawfully, safely and peacefully.
“Protestors are advised to gather on the grassed area of the roundabout at Monks Brook outside the front entrance to the Vestas Blades site. Police have put up signs in the area to inform and remind those wishing to protest.
“Officers intend to remain on duty around the site to prevent serious disorder and protect public safety.”
Shot of the police notice posted around the Vestas site
