Masked students occupy university building in protest over alleged arms company links

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They said they have no plans to leave and will stay as long as necessary

received nearly £47 million from companies involved in arms manufacture, including Rolls Royce and BAE systems.

They claim they have been forced to take direct action because student groups have been campaigning for years and have been ignored. A spokesperson from the University of Sheffield said: “There are currently a small number of students occupying The Diamond Building. The building is closed and teaching scheduled to take place has been moved to alternative locations. Our priority is to minimise disruption and we are communicating any changes directly to relevant students and staff.

 

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