02 Jul 2021 | 09:04 AM UTC
Austria: Children's rights activists to demonstrate in Linz, July 2
Children's rights activists to demonstrate in Linz, Austria, from 14:00 July 2. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.
Event
Children's rights activists will demonstrate in central Linz from 14:00 July 2. Organizers aim to highlight the impact COVID-19 countermeasures have had on children's lives. Participants will gather at the Landestheater Linz before marching along Landstrasse to the regional government office, Landhaus, for a rally.
Although attendance levels are unclear, authorities expect the demonstration to disrupt tram and bus services that traverse Landstrasse. Service disruptions and diversions are likely. Police will be deployed to monitor and facilitate the demonstration. The demonstration will likely conclude peacefully.
Advice
Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Check for transport disruptions and allow extra time for travel in the affected area the afternoon of July 2.
