Spain: Protest planned in Madrid June 29

Event

A protest march will be held in downtown Madrid on Saturday, June 29, in support of the Madrid Central low-emission zone. The march is organized by the Platform in Defense of Madrid Central and will start at Plaza del Callao at 19:00 (local time) and proceed to Plaza de Cibeles. Participants are protesting the municipal government's decision to stop enforcing a low-emission zone in downtown Madrid beginning July 1. Transportation disruptions, including crowded public transportation conditions and road closures or traffic congestion, is likely in the vicinity of the protest. A heightened security presence is possible.

Advice

Individuals in Madrid are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution, and anticipate localized transportation disruptions.