Up to 400 climate change protesters have stormed the Venice Film Festival on its final day , demanding a ban on huge cruise ships sailing past the city . They were part of the Venice Climate Camp event and were visiting film festivals to back their demands . Their call for a ban followed a similar and long - standing call for a cruise ship ban by non - governmental organisations .
Up to 400 climate change protesters have stormed the Venice Film Festival on its final day, demanding a ban on huge cruise ships sailing past the city. They were part of the Venice Climate Camp event and asked visiting film stars to back their stance. Their call for a ban followed a similar and long-standing call for a cruise ship ban by non-governmental organisations.