In Pictures: Young protesters march for the future

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Young people have taken to the streets of Glasgow to call for action at the COP26 climate change conference.

Greta Thunberg was among those at the Fridays for Future march which made its way from Kelvingrove Park to George Square in the city.

Here are some of the best images and key moments from the largest demonstration at the climate summit so far.

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Thousands of people gathered in Kelvingrove Park to start the march

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The march set off just after 11:30 and made its way towards the city centre

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Young people came dressed in costumes and with imaginative banners and signs

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Many children were allowed to miss school for the day of action

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Young people say they have felt left out of the climate crisis talks in Glasgow

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Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was seen in the crowd and was believed to be preparing to speak at the rally following the march

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The climate strike has been organised by Fridays for Future Scotland

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Even pets turned out to spread their message

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The Cop26 talks on Friday feature events highlighting the voice of young people and education in climate action

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Pro-nuclear campaigners dressed as polar bears to join the procession

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Protesters' banners demonstrated colourful imaginations

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Police said their approach to the march would be "friendly and welcoming"

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People from all over the world made up the crowd which was expected to exceed 8,000 protesters

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Signs picked out the organisations protesters want to do better

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Residents added their support from their homes

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It was not just Glasgow which saw young people turn out - a march also took place in Dundee

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Protesters in Dundee carried placards with their climate change messages

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The march culminated in a rally at the city's George Square

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Greta Thunsberg gives a speech in George Square

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