13 Apr 2023 | 12:53 PM UTC
Spain: Self-employed workers plan to demonstrate in central Madrid April 16
Self-employed workers will demonstrate in central Madrid, Spain, from 12:00 April 16; increased security, transport disruptions likely.
Event
The AUTA (Self-employed Unite to Act) association plans to demonstrate in Madrid on April 16. Participants will gather at 12:00 on the Paseo del Prado, by the Plaza del Emperador Carlos V. The protesters will then march towards the Plaza de Neptuno, and then return on Paseo del Prado to the Plaza del Emperador Carlos V. The action is to protest against government tax reforms. It is not known how many attendees will take part, but coach transport has been arranged from several urban centers across Spain.
Local authorities will likely deploy additional police to monitor the event. Heightened security and associated road closures will likely cause localized travel disruptions. The event is likely to pass off peacefully.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution. Allow extra time for travel in central Madrid, April 16. Heed instructions from authorities.
