28 Oct 2023 | 08:37 AM UTC
Spain: Activists to demonstrate in provincial capitals across Andalusia at 12:00 Oct. 28
Protests over public healthcare planned in cities of Andalusia, Spain, 12:00 Oct. 28. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Activists affiliated with the Le Marea Blanca group will hold protest marches in provincial capitals across Andalusia from 12:00 Oct. 28. The action is to denounce the government's public healthcare policies, including plans to fund private medical facilities and teleconsultation services. Participation is unclear, although up to a few hundred people may join each rally. Announced events include:
Almeria: Puerta Purchena to Plaza de las Velas
Cadiz: Health and Consumer Delegation office to Parque Celestino Mutis
Cordoba: Plaza de las Tres Culturas to Plaza de Colon via Renfe Station
Granada: Triumph to the Fuente de las Batallas
Jaen: Government Subdelegation office to Plaza de Santa Maria via Paseo de la Estacion
Malaga: From the intersection of Alameda de Colon and Muelle Heredia to Plaza de la Constitucion
Seville: The Spanish Council of Medical Students (CEEM) building to Las Setas
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely along march routes and rally sites, especially if events draw a large attendance. Low-level confrontations between attendees and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Exercise caution around rally sites as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in provincial capitals. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
