09 Sep 2017 | 02:19 PM UTC
United Kingdom: Thousands protest against Brexit in London Sep. 9
Thousands of people protesting against the UK leaving the EU gather in Trafalgar Square in London on September 9; expect traffic disruptions
Event
Thousands of people gathered in Trafalgar Square in London on Saturday, September 9, to protest against the UK leaving the EU. Organizers of the event estimated that 50,000 people are participating in the protest. The demonstrators plan to march to Parliament Square later in the day. Expect localized transportation disruptions around the protest.
Context
The rally was organized under the name “The People’s March for Europe.” Anti-Brexit supporters are calling for Members of Parliament to repel the bill that will withdraw the UK from the EU. Parliament is expected to hold its first vote to repel it on Monday, September 11.
On June 23, 2016, British voters surprised international observers after a slim majority (51.9 percent) voted "Leave" on a referendum regarding whether or not the United Kingdom should remain a member of the EU. Tensions following the vote have been widespread, and a number of demonstrations have taken place in European cities over the past year.
Advice
On June 23, 2016, British voters surprised international observers after a slim majority (51.9 percent) voted "Leave" on a referendum regarding whether or not the United Kingdom should remain a member of the EU. Tensions following the vote have been widespread, and a number of demonstrations have taken place in European cities over the past year..
