Glasgow reacts to COP26 protest and bridge closure

The activists blocked the same bridge demanding urgent action on climate change.

At one point the group reportedly tried to glue themselves to the bridge - but failed to because it was too wet.

The police are again on the scene this Monday as the group gathered on the pedestrian path beside the bridge.

We asked the public: “What are your views on climate protesters disrupting other people’s daily lives in order to get their point across.” 

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Julie Cuthertson, 48, from Clydebank said: “I don’t have a problem with it until they disrupt people’s lives. I applaud protesters but I wish they would think about their actions.” 

Tea Vaganay, 19, from Lyon in France said: "I think it’s the point. A little bit of disruption is needed so people pay attention to what we are saying. It’s for a good cause.” 

Jeremy Cox, 65, from Kent said: "If someone’s got to wait, they will have to wait. It won’t be all day.” 

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Meanwhile, 19-year-old Connor Rain, from Dumfries, said: "It’s ignorant, folk need to go to work. Protesters have their opinion but it’s not in everyone else’s best interest.”

Vic Bamford, 73, from Wales said: "We are in a dire situation. Whatever is done is fair. Motorways are always closed for something and that is not always on the news.” 

Connor McGeough, 26, from Gallowgate said: “It’s hard to be sympathetic with the protesters and their cause when they create inconvenience for others. We had Covid problems before COP26. We should have dealt with it before inviting people into the country.” 

Mark Lowell, 30, Hamilton said: “I don’t have a problem with it as long as everything isn’t at a standstill. I don’t agree with Insulate Britain and them stopping emergency services. It’s dangerous. Organised events are fine.”