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Ray Davies was today sentenced at Caerphilly Magistrates Court to 28 days in prison for refusing to pay fines from 3 peace actions he undertook to protest against the war in Iraq. Supporters outside the court held banners against the continuing war of occupation.
He said, "Nothing can condone the deaths of 100,000 Iraqi civilians and over 1000 British and American soldiers, including 3 members of the Black Watch who were killed yesterday. More innocent lives will be lost in Fallujah, and our British government must be held accountable. I am proud of the stand I have taken against this illegal war. It is a crime to stand by and do nothing when you see a crime being committed in your name."
Joyce Giblin, a supporter from Newport, said, "They are jailing the man of peace, while they give guns to the men of war".
Ray is expected to serve his sentence in Cardiff Prison, where he will be taken later today.
Ray would appreciate any letters of support. I expect to get his prison number after he is processed and given a phonecard tonight, but in the meantime anything addressed to Caerphilly Councillor Ray Davies, HMP Cardiff, Knox Rd should get there.