Netherlands: Further climate change protest in Amsterdam March 14 /update 1

Event

Thousands of people are expected to demonstrate in Amsterdam on Thursday, March 14, to demand stronger policies to combat climate change. Participants are likely to gather at Dam square, where previous related protests took place. A heightened security presence and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected along the march route. Further such protests are expected in the weeks to come.

Advice

Individuals in Amsterdam are advised to monitor developments to the situation and avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution.