Belgium: Farmers staging go-slow protests and rallies in Brussels May 27

Farmers' groups and activists are rallying in Brussels May 27 to demand increased investment in the agricultural sector. Organizers claim that several hundred protesters will participate in the actions. The demonstrations will likely comprise dozens of agricultural vehicles in a go-slow convoy, blocking routes, and possibly leaving deposits of straw and manure. Local authorities report that the protests will center on Place du Luxembourg around midday, then Rond-point Schuman, with severe impact to the European Quarter. Officials have stated that they will divert tram and bus routes and restrict access to affected metro stations.

Tight security measures are likely in central Brussels and on roads approaching the city center. The protests and related security measures will likely cause severe delays on the affected highways and public transport networks, with consequent congestion on nearby diversions. The demonstrations will likely proceed peacefully.