Extinction Rebellion Protest Sparks Newspaper Shortage in Reading

Paper Fans Left High and Dry

Readers in Reading woke up to empty newsagent shelves today after Extinction Rebellion staged overnight protests. The eco-activists blocked lorries leaving key newspaper printing plants around London and across the UK.

Police Clash With Protesters

Police were called to several printing sites to break up the blockades. Despite their efforts, many suppliers in and around Berkshire still struggle to restock daily papers.

Daily News Disrupted Nationwide

  • Extinction Rebellion targets lorry routes to newspaper plants
  • Protests cause delays and shortages across the south of England
  • Newsagents face empty shelves on a busy Saturday

The disruption has left regular newspaper buyers frustrated, as the protest hits the traditional daily news distribution hard.

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