UK climate activists stick themselves to Speaker's chair

Updated : Sep 05, 2022 21:03
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Editorji News Desk

Activists of the Extinction Rebellion environmental group protested inside the United Kingdom Parliament by gluing themselves to Speaker's chair in the House of Commons. 

They accused the politicians of 'staying out of touch' over cost of living crisis and climate emergency.

In a now viral video, the activists can be seen holding placards demanding the government 'let people decide' what is good for the country.

A group of five protesters including women can be seen echoing sentiments of the common people over the current economic crisis.

Three of the protesters had booked a tour of the Parliament which is currently not in session

The extinction group is typically known to protest on climate change issues. The latest stunt is suggestive of its 'September plans' of more such protests. 

Also watch: Japan brings out 'special' umbrellas for kids amid heatwave

The cost of living crisis has devastated the UK households in the wake of grave recession the country. The slim economic situation, soaring economic inflation has triggered protests and industrial unrest in the country. 

Even the ongoing Prime Ministerial race saw Conservative party candidates Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss promising an economic revival in the UK, if voted to power

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