19 Nov 2021 | 04:44 AM UTC
New Zealand: Farmers' groups and supporters plan to demonstrate nationwide from 12:00 Nov. 21
Farmers' groups and supporters to demonstrate across New Zealand from 12:00 Nov. 21. Localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Groundswell NZ, a group claiming to represent farmers' interests, plans to protest across New Zealand Nov. 21 to condemn alleged anti-farmer government policies and regulations. Many participants intend to drive tractors and other vehicles in processions into city and town centers. Although start times vary, most convoys will begin 11:00-13:00. Participation will probably vary by location; however, large turnouts are possible in urban areas, as activists opposed to ongoing government COVID-19 regulations will probably support the demonstrations.
Security forces will almost certainly deploy to monitor and manage the demonstrations. Clashes are unlikely, though minor confrontations cannot be ruled out. Localized ground transport disruptions are likely near all gatherings. Significant disruptions could occur on main routes to cities and in town and city centers.
Advice
Plan accordingly for localized ground travel disruptions and delays near demonstration sites Nov. 21. Confirm road conditions before departing. Leave the area immediately at the first sign of any security disturbance.
