Thousands of people have gathered across the country to protest against soaring energy prices as well as the climate change. Demonstrations took place in cities including London, Glasgow and Belfast, coinciding with strikes on the rail network and the postal service, along with a rise in average electricity bills of nearly £600.
In London, activists were supporting striking rail workers outside King’s Cross. They demanded that ministers cut energy prices before the weather gets colder.
“People are not willing to sit back and take this outrageous treatment from the Tories any more,” Lily Holder told the PA news agency. “The people want and desperately need change – and they need it soon. This winter is a frightening prospect and is going to show the true cruelty of our Government.”
