14 May 2024 | 01:18 PM UTC
Portugal: Unionized workers to demonstrate in Lisbon May 17
Unionized workers to protest in central Lisbon, Portugal, from 14:30 May 17. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Unionized public sector workers plan to protest in central Lisbon in the afternoon of May 17. The purpose of the demonstration is to demand salary increases and public service improvements. Participants will gather at Praca da Figueira at 14:30 before rallying at the Ministry of Finance (Ministerio das Financas) on Rua da Alfondega from 15:30. It is unclear how many participants may attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near and between the protest sites. Though unlikely, low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the affected areas as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near or between Praca da Figueira and the Ministry of Finance. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
