By Jonathan Warren

[On 30 August] as my colleague Marc Vallée and I were leaving Climate Camp we found a group of people arguing around the SWP stall that was selling newspapers and leaflets outside the entrance to the camp.

As we went in to take photographs the group arguing with the SWP quickly turned their attention to us, shouting loudly that we had not asked their permission before photographing them. They were immediately aggressive and threatening, I managed to calm the ones around me and walk away, however, one young man was persistently threatening towards Marc.

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There’s a reason why the Daily Mail has traditionally paid its staff relatively well – and it’s not because it’s a benevolent employer.

Reporters know that in working for the Mail you hand over a little piece of your soul when you file your copy.

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Photo: Jonathan Warren

A new campaign for photographers’ rights is hugely important not just for those involved, but for our union and society as a whole.

I’m a photographer, not a terrorist! is in response to a clampdown on photography, particularly the work of our members who document protest and dissent.

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