Greta Thunberg tells protest that COP26 has been a ‘failure’

Greta Thunberg has told a mass rally in Glasgow that the COP26 climate summit has been a “failure”.

The Swedish activist had earlier joined thousands of young people – including striking school pupils – for a march through the city.

She addressed the crowd when it arrived in George Square, saying “immediate and drastic” cuts to emissions are needed.

The march was organised Fridays for Future Scotland, a group founded youngsters inspired Ms Thunberg.

It was one of the largest of a series of demonstrations taking place throughout the summit, which is being held in the city.