Uruguay: Teachers' groups to strike and protest in Montevideo June 15

Event

Several teachers' groups plan to strike and protest in Montevideo June 15. The events have been organized due to a number of grievances, including funding and wages. It is unclear where protests will take place; likely locations include at popular gathering locations and at government offices across the city. Attendance could reach the low hundreds.

The protests will likely lead to some transport and business disruption in Montevideo on June 15; heightened security is likely around the impacted government buildings. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out. Workplace attendance may be impacted as parents stay at home to care for children not in school.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Comply with all directives given by authorities. Plan for travel disruptions in Montevideo June 15.