18 Sep 2019 | 07:52 AM UTC
Belgium: Environmental groups to protest in Brussels September 22
Environmental groups call for protest outside European Parliament in Brussels September 22; heightened security and localized traffic disruptions expected
Event
Several environmental groups have called for a protest outside the European Parliament in Brussels on Sunday, September 22, to bring attention to climate change ahead of the United Nations Climate Summit scheduled to take place in New York from Monday, September 23, to Friday, September 27. Protesters are expected to gather at 13:00 (local time).
A heightened security presence and localized transportation and business disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of the protest.
Advice
Individuals in Brussels 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.