THREE anti-war activists were arrested for allegations of criminal damage at a protest against military action on Monday (Dec 10).

Around 30 protesters formed a human shield around the British Military Joint Forces HQ in Northwood to prevent staff from entering the premises as part of International Human Rights Day.

"What is being planned and directed by the generals from the Northwood HQ are acts of terror," said Richard Byrne, one of the organisers. "People came together in non-violent action to disrupt the smooth running of the war machine."