31 Jan 2024 | 10:27 PM UTC
Romania: Health workers to demonstrate in central Bucharest Feb. 1
Health workers to protest at Ministry of Labor and Social Justice in Bucharest, Romania, from 10:00 Feb. 1. Heightened security likely.
Unionized healthcare workers plan to protest at the Ministry of Labor and Social Justice on Strada Demetru I. Dobrescu in Bucharest from 10:00 Feb. 1. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce alleged violations of their collective bargaining agreement. Organizers estimate that 300 participants will attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the affected area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near the Ministry of Labor and Social Justice. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
