More than 120 climate change activists have been arrested for blocking roads in central London, as Extinction Rebellion campaigners aim to 'shut down the capital'
Oxford Street has been empty of traffic since activists parked a pink boat in Oxford Circus on MondayOxford Circus is usually one of the busiest crossroads in London, but only scores of protesters and bemused onlookers can be found in the middle of the road today.Children as young as six are making use of the freshly-drawn hopscotch, running around the tents and flying colourful banners.
One campaigner, who attended the protest with her two children, says she was protesting for the people who are"the most vulnerable, and least responsible for climate change".Most protesters say the police have been encouraging - despite the number of arrests - although taxi drivers and shoppers complained of the disruption.
The government said it shared"people's passion" to combat climate change and"protect our planet for future generations". The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy said the UK had cut its emissions by 44% since 1990. A spokesman said:"We've asked our independent climate experts for advice on a net zero emissions target and set out plans to transition to low emission vehicles and significantly reduce pollution through our
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