08 Apr 2024 | 02:10 PM UTC
Spain: Agricultural workers plan to hold protest in Madrid April 11
Agricultural workers plan to stage protest in central Madrid, Spain, 11:00 April 11. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Agricultural workers affiliated with the unions CCOO and UGT FICA plan to protest in central Madrid on April 11. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce national agricultural policies. Participants will gather near the Ministry of Agriculture, from 11:00. Several thousand demonstrators will likely participate. There are no indications that tractors or other agricultural equipment will be used for the protest.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the protest site. Several thousand participants will likely reach the protest site via train, likely impacting railway operations at the Madrid Atocha train station in the hours before and following the rally. No violence is expected.
Avoid the demonstration route as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in central Madrid on April 11. Reconfirm train travel to or from the Madrid Atocha train station on April 11. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
