Rochdale by-election: Climate protesters heckle and throw confetti on George Galloway

George Galloway’s victory speech was temporarily interrupted as one of his fellow candidates attempted to shower him with orange confetti while an eco-protester close to the stage accused him of being a denier of climate change. The protester’s shouts were swiftly drowned out by the left-wing politician’s supporters chanting “Galloway! Galloway!” until she was dragged off by security. Meanwhile, Reverend Mark Coleman, an independent candidate and climate change campaigner, tried to throw orange confetti over Mr Galloway - the colour closely associated with Just Stop Oil - but it fell short of its target. Read more here: #1709261417458 #georgegalloway #rochdale #byelections Subscribe to The Telegraph with our special offer: just £1 for 3 months. Start your free trial now: