Protest continue to rally outside city bank over alleged Israel ties

The group continued their presence this weekend at the city's Barclays branch drawing attention to their alleged financial ties with arms companies that sell weapons to Israel (March, 2). 

After this protest, the group conducted their regular ceasefire vigil at the House of Fraser on English Street. 

Around 50 peace activists were in attendance at the event which runs every week from 1 pm. 

A spokesperson for Palestine Solidarity Group Carlisle & District said they continue to be heartened by the support received from members of the public.

“We are always humbled by the amount of citizens supporting our call for peace and justice and who desire an end to UK funding of the occupation and violence," they said. 

The group continues to collect signatures for its new petition urging the Foreign Office to reassess its armament support and licensing towards Israel at a time when the death toll continues to rise. 

According to Al Jazeera (March 2), at least 30,320 people have been killed and 71,533 wounded in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7.

“The group also raised over £70 for British charity Medical Aid for Palestinians at this week’s vigil.

"Medical materials are currently being procured in Egypt and delivered through Rafah Crossing.

"Despite the difficulties and obvious barriers to assistance, Carlisle’s donations are making a definite difference," they said. 

Another MAP fundraising event is due on April 5 at the Brickyard.

The music line-up includes Cosmic Cat, Robots with Souls, Werbeniuk and Phil Haslehurst, with the entry fee set at £10.

All proceeds will directly contribute towards the urgent medical aid effort in Gaza.

The group will also be hosting a screening of the celebrated documentary Advocate scheduled for March 15 at the Church of Scotland on Chapel St at 6.30pm.

The film narrates the journey of Lea Tsemel, an Israeli defending the rights of Palestinians before Israel's dual court system.