08 Mar 2019 | 05:11 PM UTC
Italy: International Women’s Day march planned in Milan March 8
March for women’s rights planned in Milan March 8 (International Women’s Day); localized traffic disruptions expected near march route
Event
Some 5000 people are expected to gather at Piazza Duca d'Aosta (Centrale Station) in Milan at 18:00 (local time) on Friday, March 8 (International Women's Day), to march for women's rights. The march is expected to conclude at Piazza della Scala at 22:00. Localized traffic disruptions are to be expected along the march.
Advice
Individuals in Milan are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
