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19 Nov 2022 | 09:35 AM UTC

Spain: Retirees to protest in Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Pamplona, Nov. 19

Retirees to protest in Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Pamplona, Spain, Nov. 19. Localized disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Retirees in Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Pamplona, have called for protests Nov. 19 to demand higher pensions.

  • Bilbao (Basque County): Protesters will gather from 17:30 at Sagrado Corazon.

  • Donostia-San Sebastian (Basque County): Protesters will gather from 17:30 at Alderdi Eder.

  • Pamplona (Navarre): Protesters will gather from 17:30 at Baluarte.

  • Vitoria-Gasteiz (Basque County): Protesters will gather from 12:00 at Museo Artium.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely in the affected areas through the afternoon of Nov. 19. The protest will probably pass peacefully, though minor skirmishes between police and demonstrators remain possible.

Advice

Avoid the protests as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach destinations. Heed instructions of authorities.