Young Protesters Spark Traffic Chaos Outside Barclays in Reading
Young climate activists brought Reading’s traffic to a standstill this afternoon. The Youth Strike for Climate Action staged a noisy protest outside Barclays bank in the town centre, demanding urgent government action on climate change.
Blocked Roads and Furious Drivers
The protest kicked off at Broad Street Mall before marching down Broad Street to Barclays at Jackson’s Corner. The bank has faced backlash for financing fossil fuel projects. Students sat down, blocking the road, and loudly chanted “climate action now.”
Mixed Reactions From Drivers
While many drivers honked their horns in support, others grew impatient at the chaos. The protest snarled local and district bus services, causing major delays across Reading.
Calls For Government to Get Serious on Climate
Protesters say the Government isn’t doing enough to tackle the climate crisis. Their message was clear — action is needed now, and they won’t be quiet until it happens.
