Grant Shapps Secures Court Injunction Against M25 Protesters

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has won a High Court injunction against climate activists blocking the M25. The move targets Insulate Britain, who have repeatedly shut down sections of the busy motorway.

Insulate Britain Faces Jail Over M25 Blockades

The group has caused chaos by blocking the M25 five times in just one week. Now, thanks to the court ruling, protesters face contempt charges and possible jail if they ignore the order.

Government Hits Back: No More Disruptions Allowed

Home Secretary Priti Patel backed the injunction, declaring it “important” to get traffic flowing again on the crucial orbital route.

“We will not tolerate lives being put at risk. Those who continue to do so risk imprisonment,” Patel warned.

Shapps added on Twitter that defiant activists “will face contempt of court with possible imprisonment” if they continue to flout the injunction.

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