Police hold back Extinction Rebellion protesters in Whitehall

The transcript describes a protest in central London where police have set up barriers to control the crowd. Protesters are attempting to breach these barriers, leading to a more forceful police response. The protest, part of the Extinction Rebellion movement, has been largely peaceful but is now escalating. Over 500 arrests have been made, and the protesters plan to continue their demonstrations for two weeks. The situation is intensifying, especially around Downing Street, and updates will be provided as events unfold.

What has been the impact of the protests on the number of arrests made?

What is the planned duration of the Extinction Rebellion protests in London?