Spain: Demonstrators to gather in Madrid September 9

Event

Employees in the hospitality and tourism sectors plan to stage a demonstration in Madrid on Wednesday, September 9, amid financial damage done to the sector by the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Protesters are scheduled to gather at Plaza de Cibeles from 11:00 (local time).

A heightened security presence and localized transport disruption are to be expected in the vicinity of the demonstration.

Advice

Individuals in Madrid are advised to avoid all protests as a precaution, monitor the situation, allow ample travel time, and obey instructions issued by local authorities.