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PHOTOESSAY: Protestors demand action on climate crisis

Bristol and the Climate Crisis

With negotiations ongoing at the COP26 climate summit, Bristolians took to the streets on Saturday to march for a greener future.

Guy Peterson
Guy Peterson
  • Protesters march through the centre in Bristol during the COP26 protest. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters carry placards in support of welcoming climate refugees and creating system change. Bristol, UK
  • A young protester carries a sign demanding a future. Bristol, UK
  • A young protester carries a sign demanding a future. Bristol, UK
  • A woman leads a chant with a megaphone. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters gather on College Green to listen to speakers during the COP26 protest. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters march through Bristol city centre with placards. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters march through Bristol city centre with placards. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters march through the centre shouting chants. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters gather on College Green to listen to speakers. Bristol, UK
  • Protesters gather on College Green to listen to speakers. Bristol, UK

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