06 Mar 2024 | 02:45 PM UTC
Italy: Unionized workers to conduct walkout, protest march in Palermo, March 8
Unionized workers to hold walkout, protest march in central Palermo March 8. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Unionized electricity workers plan to conduct a walkout and protest march in central Palermo on March 8. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce policies that demonstrators see as undermining the quality of the electrical network and placing jobs at risk. Participants will gather at Piazza Ruggero Settimo at 09:00 before marching to the Palermo Prefecture building on Via Sampolo. Following this, demonstrators will march to the headquarters of electricity provider Enel on Via Marchese di Villabianca for a second rally. Organizers did not indicate exact march routes. It is unclear how many participants may attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely along the march route and near rally sites. Though unlikely, confrontations between protesters and law enforcement officers or frustrated motorists cannot be ruled out.
Avoid demonstration areas as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling in central Palermo. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
