Climate change activists forced the closure of London's famous Tower Bridge on Friday in the latest protest ahead of what they have warned will be even more disruptive action in the British capital.
The Extinction Rebellion group said two protesters had released flares after dangling from the bridge by suspension cords and a large banner had been hung over its side as part of a campaign to force the government to end its reliance on fossil fuels.Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.
Three years ago, the group's protests, which included dragging a large pink boat to Oxford Circus, one of the capital's the main shopping districts, caused traffic chaos.
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