Spain: Taxi drivers demonstrate in Madrid June 30

Event

Thousands of taxi drivers gathered in central Madrid on Tuesday, June 30, to demand limits on the number of pay-for-ride vehicles allowed to operate in the capital. The demonstration organized by the Professional Federation of Taxis in Madrid (FPTM) and Elite Taxi was reportedly peaceful, but localized traffic disruptions were reported in the city center as taxi's clogged the streets.

Further related protests are expected in Madrid in the near term. 

Advice

Individuals in Madrid are advised to avoid all protests as a precaution, monitor the situation, allow ample travel time, and obey instructions issued by local authorities. governments.