Spain: Protest planned in Bilbao September 14 /update 1

Event

The association of the relatives of prisoners, Etxerat, has called for a protest in Bilbao on Saturday, September 14, to denounce the trial of several defendants supporting the Basque National Movement scheduled to take place on Monday, September 16. The exact times and location of the protest were not immediately available.

A heightened security presence along with localized traffic disruptions are expected in the vicinity of the protest.

Advice

Individuals in Bilbao are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid related protests and demonstrations as a precaution, prepare for associated disruptions, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.