Uruguay: State workers' union calls for strike and protest in Montevideo June 16

Event

Several government worker groups, including the Confederation of State Officials (La Confederacion de Organizaciones de Funcionarios del Estado, Cofe), plan to strike and protest in Montevideo June 16 to demand better pay and work conditions. Organizers state that some government service providers will stop work completely. Protesters will gather at the government executive tower and march to the Ministry of the Economy. Organizers did not immediately announce when the demonstration would begin. Hundreds of people may participate in the protest.

Heightened security and transport and business disruption are likely in Montevideo June 16, as well as interruptions to government services. Clashes between police and protesters are possible.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Confirm appointments with government service providers June 16. Plan for transport disruptions in central Montevideo. Comply with all directives given by authorities.