Twenty activists from the climate action group "This Is Rigged" were arrested and charged by Police Scotland following protests at the Grangemouth petrochemical plant and the Rothesay Dock oil terminal. The demonstrators used specialist climbing equipment to climb on oil tankers and pipework at the Grangemouth refinery, while others blocked the gates at the site. As a precautionary measure, the tanker terminal was shut, although production at the Grangemouth refinery was not affected.

The protesters' demands include a rejection of new oil projects and the implementation of a fair transition plan for workers. Despite the arrests, the group remained determined to continue their actions. Assistant Chief Constable Emma Bond acknowledged the complexities of policing protests and emphasized the importance of balancing the rights and safety of all involved parties.

This Is Rigged previously occupied the Ineos gas power station, which powers the Grangemouth refinery, and five people were arrested during that protest. Grangemouth is a significant source of carbon dioxide emissions, emitting approximately 2.4 million tonnes per year. Ineos responded by stating that emissions had already decreased by over 40% since they acquired the site in 2005. The company has committed to achieving net-zero status by 2045.

In a separate incident, Climate Camp Scotland also staged a protest at the Grangemouth oil refinery, where four activists gained access to the refinery's roof, holding a banner that read "Climate Justice for Grangemouth." The group reported that the authorities attempted to confine the protest, but participants adhered to pavements during the demonstration.

This Is Rigged and Climate Camp Scotland's actions reflect growing concerns about climate change and call for urgent action from the Scottish government to address environmental issues and transition towards renewable energy sources.