Action Briefing Dec 2003 - Jan 2004
	The Newsletter of Birmingham Friends of the Earth

Masts Meeting

Those controversial telecommunications masts have been in the news a lot lately, with local communities demanding more research into the possible links between masts and illness.

Sutton Coldfield Residents Against Masts (SCRAM) have reported that leading universities are interested in a researching the effect of telecomms masts on sleep patterns: the hypothesis is that the pulsing of the mast interferes with the pineal gland, preventing deep sleep. This in turn weakens the immune system, leading to the clusters of illnesses, particularly cancer, in Wishaw and other known problem areas in the UK.

If anyone can help SCRAM with their ongoing vigil or anything else, their helpline is 0121 313 3718.

Meanwhile, SCRAM, Kings Heath Forum & Birmingham Friends of the Earth are hosting a public meeting on the subject of telecomms masts for all active campaigners, local groups and concerned residents.'Residents Against Masts' will be held at BVSC, 138 Digbeth High Street on Monday 15th December from 6.30pm-8.30pm.

The meeting will hear from SCRAM and Kings Heath Forum who have been successful in campaigning against telephone and tetra masts, as well as from Birmingham Friends of the Earth who will be giving top tips and advice on running a successful campaign. You can meet like minded people concerned about the effects of masts in residential areas, talk to experts from SCRAM, and discover the wealth of information to help you inform your campaign.

To book a place please contact Sarah Nicholson at B:CEN on 0121 678 8840, or email sarah@bcen.net

James Botham