21 Mar 2024 | 10:06 AM UTC
Italy: Taxi drivers to strike and protest in Rome, March 25
Taxi drivers plan strike and go-slow protest through Rome, Italy, March 25; increased security, transport disruptions likely.
Unionized taxi drivers will strike and protest in Repubblica Square, Rome, between 08.00 and 22:00 March 25; participants will denounce the government policy increasing the number of taxi drivers, impacting the drivers' livelihoods. Concurrently, a group of vehicle-for-hire drivers will engage in a limited go-slow protest from Viale dell'Umanesimo at 12:00 to Repubblica Square. Organizers expect participation of over a thousand people.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the gathering; transport and road travel disruptions are likely near the demonstration site and on the go-slow protest route. Limited confrontations between demonstrators and frustrated motorists might occur.
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Consider altering routes to avoid areas affected by protests. Book alternative ground transport in advance. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
