Hungary: Protest in Budapest, April 24

Event

Activists plan to protest in Budapest on April 24 in support of teachers and the education sector. The action coincides with a national strike day. Protesters will gather at Kalvin Square from 16:00-17:00 before marching to the Ministry of the Interior. Officials have announced some temporary road travel restrictions between the start and end point on April 24.

Security forces will almost certainly deploy to monitor the gathering. Increased traffic congestion is likely in the impacted area through the early evening of April 24. Violence is unlikely.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a standard precaution. Prepare for road travel delays. Heed the instructions of security officials.