Essex Police arrest nine people as M25 blocked again by protestors
It's an eighth day of action for Insulate Britain supporters.
Last updated 30th Sep 2021
Nine people have been arrested after climate activists blocked the M25 for an eighth day of action.
Insulate Britain supporters glued their hands to the ground at Junction 30 at Thurrock in Essex.
Police have confirmed the road has now been fully reopened.
Essex Police wrote earlier on Twitter: "We are currently on scene of disruption on the M25 at J30 for Thurrock.
"We were called to reports of people blocking the road and officers responded within minutes.
"We are currently working to resolve the situation as quickly and safely as possible."
The force added: "We know this will be frustrating for people using the road but we appreciate your patience and understanding."
It's the third day this week that Insulate Britain have blocked the M25, with a spokesperson saying they plan on maintaining action due to no adequate response from the Government:
“ We are raising the tempo this week as, despite the urgency of the situation, there has been no meaningful response from the government to our demands.
We are deeply concerned that with rising fuel bills and not enough action on insulation, there will be further unnecessary suffering and deaths among the most vulnerable this winter."
“It's not just cold and hungry Britain, it's billions of pounds wasted on fuel costs for everyone.", the spokesperson went on to say.
Failing to help hardworking families, failing to stop poverty fuel deaths, failing to protect the country we love from the biggest threat it has ever faced. We need our government to keep us safe. Boris, get on with the job.”