18 Dec 2020 | 10:29 AM UTC
Spain: Pensioners to demonstrate in central Madrid Dec. 19
Activists to protest in Madrid, Spain, from 1200 Dec. 19 to denounce pension reform; localized disruptions likely.
Event
Pensioner lobby groups are planning to protest in central Madrid Dec. 19 in opposition to potential reform of the state pension system. Participants will gather at Puerto del Sol at 1200, before marching to the Congress of Deputies.
Although it is likely to pass off peacefully, police are likely to deploy to monitor the demonstration. Clashes are unlikely. Localized road travel disruptions are likely along the march route.
Advice
Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Anticipate potential disruptions and allow additional time for road travel in the vicinity.
