What happened: Protesters wearing 'No more big oil' T-shirts interrupted NatWest's annual general meeting in Edinburgh, causing a temporary adjournment. The chair defended the bank against accusations of reversing climate commitments.
Why it matters:
- Highlights ongoing public pressure on banks regarding environmental policies
- Affects NatWest shareholders and stakeholders concerned about climate action
MNN Take: The disruption reflects growing activism aimed at financial institutions to maintain or strengthen climate commitments amid scrutiny of their investments.
Sources: Guardian UK