28 Aug 2024 | 01:39 PM UTC
UK: Activists to demonstrate in London Aug. 28
Activists to protest at Department of Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities in London, UK, from 18:00 Aug. 28. Heightened security likely.
Environmental ctivists plan to protest at the Department of Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities on Marsham Street in London from 18:00 Aug. 28. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce plans to expand London Gatwick Airport (LGW). It was not immediatley clear how many participants may attend.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers or politically opposed individuals cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the affected area as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near the Department of Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.