21 Sep 2022 | 02:25 PM UTC
Spain: Unions plan two rallies in Madrid, Sept. 24
Unions plan two rallies in Madrid, Spain, Sept. 24. Increased security likely. Plan for road travel disruptions.
Event
Two separate union-led rallies will be held in Madrid, Sept. 24. The CNT union will gather near the Ministry of Justice from 12:30 to demand the release of six imprisoned trade unionists. In a separate action, the CSIF has called for a protest march from Congreso de los Diputados to Plaza de Colon from 12:00 to demand action to address various socio-economic concerns. Thousands of people are likely to participate in the actions.
Security personnel will likely deploy to monitor and manage the crowds. The protests will likely result in localized road travel disruptions. Significant violence is unlikely.
Advice
Avoid the protest sites to mitigate delays. Heed the directives of local officials.
