Tibet protestors deported from China

by Wylwyn Reyes


Lucy Fairbrother and Iain Thom were deported after Iain, an experienced climber, scaled a 120ft pylon outside the Bird's Nest stadium in Beijing on Wednesday morning and unfurled a giant banner that read: “One World, One Dream, Free Tibet.”

When the two arrived back to the London City airport Lucy said: "We are only a very small part of this campaign and the ongoing struggle. There WILL be more protest." and Iain said:"It was definitely all worth it but expect there to be more. The job is not done."

Iain said he smuggled his climbing gear and banner materials in his suitcase.

“Airport security was tight but the equipment I brought in was standard climbing equipment,” he said. “We bought the banner in Britain, and we took it in blank and made it there.”

They were held by officials for 12 hours and interrogated for 5 until they were finally brought to the airport to be deported back to London.

I think the two are incredibly brave for making such a remarkable demonstration. I wonder if it will inspire other Tibet activist to take action. It did however bring more awareness to the cause.

The two are both members of the organization studentsforafreetibet.org you can find out more here.

You can watch a video of the homecoming here.

Photo form Views from North Britain