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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Robyn Vinter and agency

Michael Eavis: people who disagree with Glastonbury’s politics can go elsewhere

Michael Eavis, in a wheelchair, and Emily Eavis at the front of a crowd of people, many wearing hi-vis clothing
Michael and Emily Eavis as the gate opened for the festival on Wednesday. Photograph: Jaimi Joy/Reuters

The founder of Glastonbury, Michael Eavis, has said anyone who does not agree with the politics of the festival “can go somewhere else”.

Glastonbury, which has a history of political activism, opened on Wednesday and is set to be especially charged this year, with performances, talks and installations taking aim at big tech, campaigning for free speech, tackling the climate emergency and calling for action on a range of social and political issues.

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