Extinction Rebellion Storms Barclays in Brighton – Four Arrested!
This afternoon, climate activists from Extinction Rebellion took dramatic action outside Barclays bank on North Street, Brighton. Several protesters “locked on” to the building, disrupting business as part of a nationwide day of protest targeting high street banks.
Protests Spread Across the UK
The Extinction Rebellion campaign didn’t stop in Brighton. Simultaneous actions rocked cities including Birmingham and Aberdeen, as activists slammed major banks for their role in environmental destruction.
Police Move In, Four Arrested
Sussex Police quickly responded to the scene around 1:15 pm. A spokesperson said:
“Police attended a protest being held outside a business in North Street, Brighton. Officers engaged with those present and the business to facilitate a peaceful protest and minimise disruption to the public. Four people have been arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass and taken into custody.”
The crackdown signals authorities’ tough stance on environmental protests disrupting business as usual.
