Judge 'inspired' by Insulate Britain activists after M25 protest
Insulate Britain protesters have held numerous demonstrations in London, Essex and the South East
The group blocked traffic, including an ambulance with a patient, by sitting at junction 3 near Swanley, Kent. Some of the demonstrators appeared at Crawley Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, while others pleaded guilty by post. But the judge added his role was to "apply the law" and said their actions had caused "significant disruption" to the motorway.He said: "I have heard your voices. They have inspired me and personally I intend to do what I can to reduce my own impact on the planet, so to that extent your voices are certainly heard.
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