Hundreds of secondary school students have taken the afternoon off school to protest over climate change. The protest went ahead despite Gardaí raising concerns over health and safety, and warning teachers of potential prosecution if it got out of hand. Today's protest is being backed by Greta Thunberg, former president Mary Robinson and civil rights groups. Mary Robinson issues message of support for us after Gardaí refuse to support our strike tomorrow. Gardaí feared a possible crush, and warned teachers they could be prosecuted if the behaviour of their students got out of hand.

Source: Irish Examiner February 07, 2020 15:33 UTC