Puerto Rico: Protesters plan to gather in San Juan September 7

Event

Protesters affiliated with the Socialist Workers' Union plan to gather in San Juan on Monday, September 7, to demand that the Department of Labor provide financial assistance to the unemployed amid the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Protesters intend to gather outside of the Department of Labour office in the Hato Rey area from 13:00 (local time).

A heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions are possible in the vicinity of the protest.

Advice

Those in San Juan are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all demonstrations and political gatherings as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.