Extinction Rebellion rush-hour protest sparks clash on London Underground

Commuters clash with demonstrators over morning rush hour disruption

Extinction Rebellion activists have disrupted London's public transport network during rush hour, in an action that is likely to polarise opinion on the environmental movement's tactics.

There were clashes at Canning Town tube station as commuters dragged a protester from the roof of a Jubilee line train and set upon him. He had to be defended by London Underground staff and other passersby.