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13 arrested in Heathrow climate protest

Thirteen climate change activists are in custody after chaining themselves to railings on the north runway at Heathrow Airport.

Activists from campaign group Plane Stupid said demonstrators gained access to the runway at 3.30am after cutting a hole in a fence. The protest forced the cancellation of some flights.

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Police arrest six protesters at Heathrow Airport

It could take several hours to remove the remaining protesters. Credit: PA

Six protesters who blocked part of a runway at Heathrow Airport have been arrested.

A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: "There were 13 protesters in total on the North runway. Six have so far been arrested on suspicion of Aviation Act offences and taken into custody.

"Officers remain at the scene and are continuing to work to remove the remaining protesters."

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