Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview

Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview

As a dedicated follower of Good Morning Britain (GMB), I have seen my fair share of interviews, and Monday’s conversation between Charlotte Hawkins and Chris Packham was one for the books. The miscommunication between the two hosts during their discussion on the recent Just Stop Oil protests left me cringing.


During the live interview of Chris Packham on Monday’s Good Morning Britain with Charlotte Hawkins, she felt compelled to make corrections to his statements on two occasions due to inaccuracies.

During Good Morning Britain, the host, aged 49, needed to step in as Chris, 63, kept confusing Charlotte with her co-host Susanna Reid.

I received an invitation to join Charlotte and Richard Madeley on their show through a video link, following the recent jailing of five Just Stop Oil protesters.

The first time Chris made an error that Charlotte chose not to correct was during their intense discussion. However, things became uncomfortable between them when Chris repeated the mistake for the second time.

Chris expressed his disappointment and disagreement with the lengthy jail sentences given to the activists: “I’m really unhappy about it, Susanna, as I believe they’re excessively harsh.”

Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview

In contrast, individuals who perpetrate violent acts or sexually harmful behaviors often receive lighter sentences than the protesters do.

Based on my personal experience and observations, I strongly believe that it’s crucial for us to maintain a balanced perspective when addressing complex issues like climate activism and its related protests. From what I’ve witnessed in various social contexts and through media coverage, these protests are often met with harsh legal consequences. However, it’s essential to remember that the laws enforcing penalties are not limited to climate activism alone.

Based on my personal experiences and observations, I strongly believe that laws or policies, which could be enacted at any moment to target individuals voicing concerns over gender rights, trans rights, or the right to strike, among other things, are a significant threat to our fundamental freedoms. These measures, if implemented, could result in persecution and prosecution of those who dare to speak up for their beliefs and causes. Such an environment stifles individual expression and can create a culture of fear, silencing voices that need to be heard the most. As someone who values open dialogue and the pursuit of justice, I find this deeply concerning and cannot condone such actions.

We’re worried about how the judiciary is handling situations and the impact of these laws on a larger scale.

I couldn’t help but feel frustrated and disappointed later on, when when I looked back at news coverage of that day in London, I didn’t see much mention of the crucial cause that had driven me to join a passionate protest on the streets – the urgent need to protect biodiversity. It was disheartening to see so little attention given to this important issue by the media.

Two weeks ago, two individuals from the Just Stop Oil group poured cornstarch over Stonehenge during a protest, an incident that received significant media coverage.

As a devoted admirer of our cherished national monument, I, along with everyone else, fixated on the protest and strongly disapproved due to its potential harm to this precious symbol we hold dear.

On the upcoming Saturday, a group of 100,000 people, including myself, rallied in London’s streets to draw attention to the pressing issue of biodiversity loss through a massive demonstration. Surprisingly, this significant event went unreported by the media prior to our election.

Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview
Charlotte Hawkins is forced to correct Springwatch host Chris Packham during toe-curling GMB interview

If you fail to effectively communicate your message during protests and instead solely focus on the methods of demonstration, then the protesters may feel compelled to intensify their actions in order to ensure that peaceful protests gain sufficient media coverage.

After Chris made his remark, Charlotte felt compelled to justify the extensive media attention given to the protests.

Apologies to Chris, we frequently discuss climate change in our conversations here.

‘Laura, our weather presenter has been talking about the fact that it’s a climate emergency today. 

“There’s a visible countdown timer going on her desk, reminding her of the passing time.”

‘So you know, we do kind of cover those things as well. But I think in this particular one..’

Chris interrupted: ‘Susanna, you do…’

Before Charlotte promptly corrected: ‘It is Charlotte, by the way but I know you can’t see us.’

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2024-07-22 12:36

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