Mass Lobby Soundbites

"A pleasant day, the sun is out. Everybody deserves a life where they can basically eat and sleep." Dave - rickshaw driver

"I think they should do this as a big annual event." 17 year-old from London

"It was very good to be here. Our MP Peter Pike was impressed by our commitment and has pledged to sign the EDM." Maureen Atherton, 72, from Burnley

"I am going to tell all my friends in my class about this. I will take lots of photos." Bethany Whittle, 7, from Lancashire, waiting to lobby MP Gordon Prentice with her mum Julie

"I don't do this normally; I am a youth worker. Elvis' song A little less conversation, a little more action, which is number one at the moment, I think it is good to reclaim this, and say to MPs it is all very well talking but nice to see some action too." Alex Jones from Bradford, in the queue dressed as Elvis

"I am really inspired by the number of people here and the public speakers." Sean Grimes from Hampshire, wearing a brightly striped sombrero ready for the Mexican wave

"We don't have any banners - we have just got our habits." Sister Eunice and Sister Rosemary from the community of the Holy Name, Nottingham

"I'm very pleased with the efficient way that the day has been organised. The mood has been good, and the people very patient, which has all led to a successful day." Mike Wise, chief inspector of operations, Charing Cross police station

"Quite a good day - friendly people poses many questions about trade. We need to ensure our messages are clear. Nestlé and McDonalds are the real bloodsuckers." 'A Mosquito' - dressed as a mosquito

"I know the world is full of nasty capitalists. It is really good to see organisations like this doing their bit to change things." Paul Carr, mass lobby security guard

"I have been campaigning since 1971. I was there at Birmingham, I followed Jubilee 2000 and today I hope we will achieve some change in the rules which are grossly unfair." Pam Briars, WDM supporter, 64, from Luton

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