Just Stop Oil supporters have blocked departure gates at London’s Gatwick Airport, the group has said. Seven people entered the South Terminal at around 8am and “used suitcases with lock-on devices to block the departure gates”, Just Stop Oil claimed.
An image shared on the group’s website appeared to show the protesters sitting on the floor inside the airport, blocking an entrance.
It comes after days of disruption across Europe with protesters targeting holidaymakers trying to get away for their breaks. There was widespread disruption across France with rail lines targeted – including the Eurostar.
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There have also been incursions into major airports in Germany. Protesters vowed to target holidaymakers this year as part of their bid to raise awareness of the impact of climate change.