Spain: Healthcare workers continue campaign of protests in Basque Region, Feb. 25

Event

Healthcare unions are continuing a campaign of protests with demonstrations in three Basque Region towns, Feb. 25. Campaigners are demanding increased government investment in the health sector. Attendees will gather in the following locations at 12:00; any subsequent march routes have not been confirmed:

• Bilbao: Sacred Heart Church

• San Sebastian: The Boulevard

• Vitoria: Plaza de la Virgen Blanca

Police will likely deploy to monitor and manage the demonstrations. Security measures and associated road closures will likely cause localized traffic disruptions. Protests are likely to pass off peacefully. Strike action and further protests across Spain are likely in the coming weeks.

Context

Healthcare workers and campaign groups have organized strikes and protests across Spain in recent months. Tens of thousands of participants attended rallies in Madrid, in November and January.

Advice

Avoid protest sites to mitigate delays. Heed the directives of local officials.