Belgium: Activists plan to gather at Gard du Nord in Brussels Dec. 12 to protest COVID-19 vaccine mandate

Event

Activists plan to gather at Gare du Nord in Brussels from 13:00 Dec. 12 to protest a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. Hundreds could participate in the action.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely. Clashes between police and activists are possible; security forces have deployed tear gas to disperse recent demonstrations against COVID-19 restrictions and lockdowns. Minor delays to train services at Gare du Nord may occur.

Advice

Avoid the gathering due to possible clashes. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the protest site where possible. Reconfirm train schedules at Gare du Nord, and allow additional traveling time through the evening of Dec. 12.