Student strike Oxford: Third demonstration in Bonn Square

Hundreds of youngsters once against flocked to Bonn Square to make a statement about climate change.

Video: Ed Nix

It is the third 'school strike' in as many months, though turnout was lower this time as pupils took time out of their Easter holidays to attend the demonstration.

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At the first demonstration, as many as 2,000 people filled Bonn Square, before about half as many attended last month.

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Organisers estimate that about 400 people attended, as demonstrators brought placards, listened to speeches and marched around the city centre.

One of the organisers, 17-year-old Emma 'EJ' Fawcett, said: "We shouldn't have to stand up but we do, we shouldn't have to be the adults but we are, we shouldn't have to save ourselves but we have to.

The Abingdon and Witney college student continued: "Until the government starts implementing radical policies against climate change, we won't stop.

"There is no point in receiving an education when the boat we're on is sinking."

The community has been split on the issue, which has already seen thousands of primary, secondary, sixth form and university students walking out of classes.

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Another strike is planned for Friday, May 24, to coincide with an international day of action.

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May's event – set for a crucial period in the academic calendar, when many pupils sit exams – is timed to join another global day of walkouts, inspired by Swedish teen Greta Thunberg, who has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for her continued activism.