Extinction Rebellion targets HS2 with Swampy tactics

Extinction Rebellion have claimed a temporary victory in their fight to save trees that were due to be cut down as part of the HS2 development.Twelve protesters have been camping out in trees in Colne Valley to the northwest of London which had been due to be cut down between 8am and 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.Jo Rogers, spokeswoman for Extinction Rebellion, said: "(HS2) hasn't even got planning permission for the whole line.