Spain: Activists to hold march in central Madrid, May 29

Event

Activists plan to hold a protest march from Puerta del Sol to the Congreso de los Diputados in central Madrid 12:00 May 29. Participants plan to move along Carerra de San Jeronimo before arriving at the Congreso de los Diputados. Organizers are demanding the government provide fair pensions. Participation in the march will likely involve dozens to a few hundred people.

Security personnel will likely monitor the march and may try to break it up if it is especially disruptive. Minor skirmishes between protesters and police cannot be ruled out. Localized transport disruptions are likely, especially on Carrera de San Jeronimo.

Advice

Avoid the march due to possible skirmishes. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time near the march.