The attention paid to protest groups and social movements has rarely been higher, be it the Occupy movement, austerity protests, or student demonstrations. These formations are under continual scrutiny by academics, the press and politicians who are all attempting to interpret and understand protest groups, their tactics, demands, and their wider influence on society.

Protest Campaigns, Media and Political Opportunitiestakes an in-depth look at three different protest groups including a community campaign, environmental direct action activists, and a mass demonstration. It offers a broad perspective of each group through a comprehensive combination of insider stories from activists, the authors own involvement with one group, newspaper coverage, each groups social media, websites and leaflets, and government documents. This wealth of material is pieced together to provide compelling narratives for each groups campaign, from the inception of their protest messages and actions, through media coverage, and into political discourse.
This book provides a vibrant contribution to debates around the communication and protest tactics employed by protest groups and the significance news media has on advancing their campaigns.

Jonathan Cable is a Research Associate and Lecturer at Cardiff University.

Introduction: Protest Groups and Contentious Politics / 1.The Meaning of the Message and Repertoires of Protest / 2. Case Study 1: Save the Vulcan How to Save Pubs and Influence People / 3. Case Study 2: Plane Stupid Lights, Camera, Direct Action / 4. Case Study 3: G20Meldown More Than Just a March / 5. Similarities and Differences Between the Groups / 7. Conclusion: Protest Opportunities / Bibliography / Index