Bermuda: Protest against COVID-19 restrictions planned in Hamilton March 24

Event

Activists plan to protest outside the Cabinet Building in Hamilton from 22:30 March 24. The action is to denounce the government's COVID-19-related restrictions in place through mid-April. Officials have warned that the action is not been authorized as large group gatherings are prohibited. The demonstration is also due to begin shortly before the 23:00-05:00 curfew takes effect.

Police will almost certainly deploy to enforce COVID-19-related restrictions. Low-level confrontations are possible if police attempt to disperse those who defy pandemic regulations. The demonstration is likely to cause localized traffic disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the protest. Heed the directives of the authorities and exit the area at the fisrt sign of a confrontation. Plan for localized disruptions from the evening of March 24.