Just Stop Oil Holds Final Protest in London

Hundreds of Just Stop Oil (JSO) protesters marched through London for what the group called its 'last day of action,' following their announcement to end direct disruptive protests after claiming victory in their campaign against new oil and gas licenses. JSO asserts that their efforts have contributed to government policy shifts, with the new Labour government pledging not to issue new oil and gas exploration licenses and recent court cases halting several fossil fuel projects. The group, known for high-profile stunts such as throwing soup on Van Gogh's Sunflowers and blocking roads, has faced significant criticism, arrests, and costly police responses. During the final march, tensions surfaced as a motorist drove slowly into protesters, illustrating ongoing public frustration with JSO's tactics. Despite JSO's claims of success, public opinion remains largely negative, and government officials have disputed the extent of JSO's influence on policy changes. Some activists suggest future protests may continue in different forms, though the group is officially ending its current model of disruptive action.