Furious Geldof hits out at world leaders

Russell Fallis

Furious Geldof hits out at world leaders

Geldof told a conference in the Scottish Parliament that the G8 leaders should not come to Britain as planned in July unless they were willing to deliver their pledges on the issues of debt, trade and aid.

He also suggested it was "disgustingly ironic" that the G8 the original G7 group of leading industrialised nations and Russia were meeting at the luxury Gleneagles Hotel resort, an hour north of Edinburgh.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited