Greece: Unions plan demonstration in Athens Jan. 19

Event

Several unions representing public education workers have scheduled a demonstration in Athens Jan. 19. Participants will gather at Syntagma Square from 17:00. The purpose of the demonstration is to demand the government implement additional health and safety measures for schools. The gathering will likely be well attended.

As a precaution, authorities will probably implement additional security measures in the vicinity of the protest. Localized ground travel disruptions are also likely in the affected area.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services and leave the area at the first sign of a confrontation. Allow extra time for travel in Athens the evening of Jan. 19.