Mark’s move is thanks to Greta

ACTOR Sir Mark Rylance was inspired by teen activist Greta Thunberg to quit the Royal Shakespeare Company over its BP deal.

Sir Mark resigned in June in protest at oil industry ties, which the theatre group ended last week.

He addressed crowds at the first day of a two-week long climate change protest in London.

The 59-year-old said: “Greta created a major change in the atmosphere. The particular way she speaks really affected me.

“Individual actions can make a difference. Greta Thunberg, a girl who protested instead of going to school, is suddenly known all over the world – she has sparked a huge fire.

“She influenced my decision to resign from the RSC when I did.”

Sir Mark told Extinction Rebellion protesters at St James’s Park he drives an electric car and added: “I am confident these protests are going to lead to a solid change.”