Eviction latest - protestors being cut out of locks

Our reporter Jonty Messer is at the scene of the evictions. He writes: "Protestors were alerted to this morning's arrival of removal teams by a loud horn blown from the treetops. Those opposed to the MetroBus route ran to their assigned places. Some climbing trees. Others using 'lock on' contraptions which join people together between trees and have to be cut off.

"The work to remove the protestors was initially quick with those in the ground being removed swiftly by a large team in high viz jackets. Climbing experts arrived a short time ago although there is little sign of them entering the trees where the removal if protesters is likely to become much harder.

"The protestors seem in in high spirits and have repeated their desire for a non violent protest. Drums are being beaten and sings sung from the trees. One woman - Jessy Mae who lives in Bristol said it was a great experience to be part of. She has been on site since January."