As Heat Waves Spread, So Too Do Unruly Climate Protests
Activists are taking radical steps to get governments to cut emissions, but worry about alienating some of those they hope to win over
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Activists are taking radical steps to get governments to cut emissions, but worry about alienating some of those they hope to win over
The hilarious snap at Silverstone comes as ministers and police chiefs call for tougher sentences for protesters of Just Stop Oil. Both Wimbledon and the Ashes have been targeted recently.
Police chiefs argued that 'tougher sentences' - such as jail time - are the 'strongest deterrence' to disruptive behaviour. A government source suggested consulting the Sentencing Council.
Tables were turned on Just Stop Oil protesters after they were caught stuck in traffic today. Environment activists were seen coming to a halt behind a queue of cars while marching with banners in London.
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