Italy: Protesters to gather in central Turin June 26 to denounce proposed law

Event

Activists and civil society groups plan to rally in central Turin June 26. Participants will gather at Piazza Castello from 17:00. The action is to denounce a bill that if passed into law, would criminalize gender or sexual orientation-based discrimination.

The protest could be well attended and police will deploy to monitor and facilitate the event. Large crowds and associated security measures are likely to prompt localized transport disruptions in the area around Piazza Castello for the duration of the protest. The event is likely to proceed peacefully, though isolated clashes with police or possible counterprotesters cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Allow additional time for travel in the vicinity of Piazza Castello the afternoon and early evening of June 26. Plan for localized ground transport disruptions.