Actors and academics criticise UK over climate ‘madness’ and limits on protest

A letter signed by more than 100 actors, authors, scientists and academics says the UK government is ignoring the scientific reality of the climate and ecological crisis, pushing ahead with new fossil fuel developments under the guise of 'energy security' and criminalizing peaceful protesters who raise the alarm. Michel Forst, the UN rapporteur on environmental defenders, last month described the situation in the UK as “terrifying”, with protesters having to navigate a new legal environment that includes significant limits on the right to protest.