16 Jun 2023 | 10:11 PM UTC
UK: Abortion rights activists to stage protest march in London June 17
Abortion rights activists to march in London, UK, June 17. Increased security likely; road closures, traffic disruptions possible.
Event
Abortion rights activists plan to stage a protest march in London on June 17 to demand reforms to the country's abortion laws. Attendees will gather at the Royal Courts of Justice from 13:00 and then march to Westminster for a related rally; the demonstration is slated to end at around 16:00. Event organizers did not immediately provide an estimate as to how many people would attend the protest.
Police will likely deploy to monitor and facilitate the demonstration. The event will likely pass off peacefully. Some road closures and traffic disruptions are possible.
Advice
Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any associated disruptions; check public transport schedules and local traffic conditions before beginning journeys. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
