On 18th September 2025, at the Review Hearing at the High Court in Birmingham, the Judge decided that the Kingsbury Oil Terminal Injunction will continue and will be reviewed again in 12 months.
The injunction was first granted in April 2022 to North Warwickshire Borough Council following repeated protests by climate activists, particularly Just Stop Oil, at the Kingsbury Oil Terminal. Kingsbury Oil Terminal is one of the largest inland oil storage depots in the UK and has been a frequent target for environmental protests.
The purpose of the injunction is to prevent unlawful protest activity at and around the terminal. It grants police enhanced powers, including the power of arrest, for anyone breaching the terms of the injunction.
The Court heard that the injunction helps protect residents and businesses from disruptive and potentially dangerous protest activity at a site considered a national fuel depot.
Previous incidents have included tunnel digging, highway blockages, and tampering with critical infrastructure. Maintaining the injunction sends a clear message that unlawful protest actions will not be tolerated, while also helping to deter repeat offences and prevent escalation.
By continuing the existing legal order, the Council avoids restarting legal proceedings, ensuring there is no gap in protection and that enforcement powers remain in place should further activity arise.
Leader of the Council, Councillor David Wright, said:
“I welcome the decision to continue the Kingsbury Oil Terminal injunction for a further 12 months. The safety and well-being of our residents remains the Council’s top priority, and this extension provides continued protection against disruptive and potentially dangerous protest activity.”