25 Sep 2021 | 04:58 PM UTC
Italy: Activists demonstrating in central Milan during the evening of Sept. 25 to protest COVID-19 restrictions
Protests against COVID19 restrictions occurring in central Milan, Italy the evening of Sept. 25. Localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Activists are demonstrating in central Milan during the evening of Sept. 25 to denounce Italy's "Green Pass," a health certificate that will be required for entry into public places or other venues due to rising COVID-19 cases. Demonstrators initially gathered at Piazza Fontana before beginning to march to Piazza del Duomo around 18:00.
Police have deployed to monitor the demonstration. Large groups of people and heightened security are causing localized transport disruptions. Isolated clashes between police and protesters are possible.
Advice
Allow extra time for transport in central Milan the evening of Sept. 25. Leave the area at the first sign of any confrontation or other security disturbance.
