Poland: Taxi drivers to demonstrate nationwide November 25

Event

The US Embassy in Warsaw issued a demonstration alert ahead of expected protests in the capital Warsaw and across the country on Wednesday, November 25. Taxi drivers nationwide are expected to gather to denounce their exclusion from government financial assistance.

A heightened security presence is likely in the vicinity of all demonstrations. Clashes between security forces and protesters cannot be ruled out. Localized disruptions are possible in the vicinity of protests, including disruptions to taxi services in urban centers.

Advice

Those in Poland are advised to avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, monitor the situation, anticipate disruptions to taxi services and allow ample travel time, and obey instructions issued by local authorities.