A university has come under fire for plans to erect a life-size sculpture of Greta Thunberg – with residents saying she has nothing to do with the city.
The £24,000 bronze design sculpture of the environmental campaigner – named ‘Make a Difference’ – was commissioned by Winchester University as an ‘inspiration for all students’.
But many locals have questioned the decision, with some saying a tribute to Kev, the local Big Issue seller, would have been more popular.
It is believed to be the first life-sized depiction of the 18-year-old Swedish activist who gained international attention after starting a school climate strike in 2018.
And now, after a year of work, the statue is ready to be unveiled at the university on March 30.
