Spain: Protesters to gather in Madrid September 21

Event

Demonstrators are planning to gather in central Madrid on Monday, September 21, to demand additional investment and resources for medical staff amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Protesters will gather outside the Ministry of Health on Calle de la Aduana; however, the start time for the protest remains unclear. Demonstrations are likely to remain peaceful.

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of the protest sites.

Advice

Those in Madrid are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, avoid all protests or demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.