21 Oct 2024 | 08:47 AM UTC
Greece: Hospitality professionals plan protests in Athens and Thessaloniki Oct. 23
Unionized hospitality workers plan protests in Athens and Thessaloniki, Greece, Oct. 23; localized disruptions, increased security likely.
Unionized hospitality workers affiliated with the Panhellenic Federation of Tourism Catering Workers plan to protest in Athens and Thessaloniki on Oct. 23. The actions aim to demand improved salaries and working conditions. Several thousand participants are likely to attend both events. Protests will unfold according to the following schedule:
Athens: Participants will gather at Stadiou Street, near the Ministry of Labor, from 10:30 Oct. 23;
Thessaloniki: Participants will gather at Proxenon Street, near the Ministry of Macedonia and Thrace, from 10:30 Oct. 23.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the gatherings. Localized road travel and transport disruptions are likely near the protest sites. Violence is unlikely, but limited confrontations between protesters and law enforcement officers cannot be discounted.
Avoid all affected areas as a standard precaution. Heed instructions from law enforcement officers. Plan accordingly for possible localized transport and road travel disruptions through Athens and Thessaloniki Oct. 23. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
