09 May 2024 | 09:05 AM UTC
Spain: Farmers are protesting in central Tarragona, May 9
Farmers are protesting in central Tarragona, Spain, May 9; road travel disruptions ongoing, increased security likely. Avoid protest.
Spanish farmers are protesting in Tarragona on May 9. The demonstrators are causing road travel disruptions with slow-moving tractor convoys. Throughout the day, the protest will reportedly center on government offices in Imperial Tarraco Square. The purpose of the demonstration is to denounce national and EU agricultural policies affecting farmers in Spain. In previous protests in Tarragona, farmers have blocked access to the port; maritime logistics disruptions are possible.
Authorities have likely deployed increased security to monitor the event; road travel and transport disruptions are ongoing. In the hours following the end of the event, further disruptions will likely occur as participants leave the protest location. Low-level confrontations are possible between protesters and law enforcement officers.
Reconfirm all appointments in Tarragona on May 9. As a precaution, avoid all demonstrations. Check route status before road travel and adjust driving routes accordingly. Strictly heed all instructions from authorities. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
