Saturday 18th May: Hundreds of protesters gathered at Esso garages around the country - asking motorists to stop buying petrol from Esso.
Julia Sawalha and Alan DaviesFamilies, groups of friends, campaigners, celebrities - many dressed as tigers and polar bears or wearing George Bush masks - handed out leaflets and explained to motorists and passers-by why they were there. There was a huge buzz as cars turned their back on Esso and motorists beeped their support for the boycott.
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Actress Julia Sawalha was at a garage in Camden, North London, urging motorists "don't put a tiger in your tank!" She was joined by comedian Alan Davies and Jamie Catto, founder of the band Faithless. Listen to Julia Sawalha
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Don't buy petrol from Esso! Your continued support is vital if we are to force Esso into action over global warming. Another successful Stop Esso day is over, but the campaign has only just begun...
