First Bus passengers have been warned to expect delays and plan ahead as Bristol prepares for the arrival of Greta Thunberg.
The world renowned climate change activist will take part in a Youth Strike 4 Climate march through the city centre and also stop by a mural of herself in Bedminster.
Thousands of activists will descend on the city to watch the 17-year-old give a speech on College Green at 11am.
With so many people flocking to the city, police have already said the march is likely to cause significant traffic disruption throughout the whole city.
Residents commuting by bus have therefore been warned to allow more time for their journeys on Friday (February 28).
Ian Coyle, operations director for Bristol at First West of England, said: “We are working closely with local authorities to minimise disruption to our services on Friday.
"Delays are to be expected and diversions will be in operation for some services travelling through Bristol, particularly routes through city centre.
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"We encourage all customers to factor in more time to their journeys and check the First West of England website and social media channels for updates, as diversions may change throughout the day.
"The safety and wellbeing of our customers, drivers and the public is our number one priority and we urge all those using our services to remain patient, whilst we work to continue to operate our inner-city routes as best as possible.”
Parents have also been warned there's a potential for 'crushing' amid fears the event will not be controlled 'adequately'.
Superintendent Andy Bennett has written to parents saying the event will be 'significantly larger' than previous marches and warned the usual safety measures are unlikely to be 'scaled up'.
Bristol City Council has said it will be closing some roads to reduce the risk of harm, including Park Street and the city centre by the fountains.
However, superintendent Bennett has said the police have been unable to create a traffic management plan for the arrival of so many unplanned coaches.
He went on to urge parents and those attending to make their own safety arrangements.
