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Charles on climate change: Think of your grandchildren as I think of mine

Prince Charles has urged world leaders to "think of your grandchildren, as I think of mine" as he demanded greater action to tackle climate change.

World leaders have gathered in Paris for the start of crucial talks on the subject.

Charles is due to give a speech to delegates on the protection of forests as part of the talks.

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Paris climate summit: Police fire tear gas at protesters

Tear gas is fired at masked demonstrators. Credit: RTV

Police have fired tear gas at masked demonstrators in central Paris ahead of a major climate change conference taking place in the city.

Protests were banned in the French capital in the wake of the recent terror attacks, and a heavy police presence could be seen as security remained high.

At one stage, officers armed with riot shields could be seen dragging a man along the road by his legs away from the scene of a disturbance.

Around 2,500 demonstrations are being held across the world ahead of the COP21 summit, which opens on Monday. David Cameron will be among a host of world leaders to attend the conference, at which 195 countries will be represented.

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