Hong Kong government offices close in worst violence in decades - BBC News
- 5 years ago
Protesters are angry about plans to allow extradition to mainland China.
In an attempt to prevent lawmakers from participating in the debate, activists blockaded main streets and tried to storm key government buildings demanding the bill be scrapped.
Police responded by firing tear gas and rubber bullets. to block them and get them to disperse.
Despite the widespread opposition, the government has not backed down.
In an attempt to prevent lawmakers from participating in the debate, activists blockaded main streets and tried to storm key government buildings demanding the bill be scrapped.
Police responded by firing tear gas and rubber bullets. to block them and get them to disperse.
Despite the widespread opposition, the government has not backed down.