12 arrested in raids on Extinction Rebellion sites in London

Police seize equipment from three premises before what officers expect will be busy weekend of protestsPolice in London have raided a warehouse used by Extinction Rebellion, as well as an arts centre that was exhibiting some of the structures used in the demonstrations that blockaded newspaper printing plants last year.The Met is under increased scrutiny as the group plans further protests against the owners of the UK's press outlets this weekend, alongside supporters of the Black Lives Matter campaign against racial injustice. Continue reading...