Extinction Rebellion activists have boarded a gas rig and intend to occupy it so it cannot head out to the sea, the group has said.

A number of Extinction Rebellion activists who boarded a Scottish gas rig in a bid to prevent it heading out to the North Sea have been arrested.

Activists urge UK government to 'tell the truth' about impact of fossil fuel industry

The rig is due to come on contract to Shell later this month and be sent to the Shearwater gas field.

Oil and Gas UK CEO says the move is 'dangerous and short-sighted'

Extinction Rebellion activists are embroiled in an ongoing internal row over whether flying is ever acceptable.