Regional
Exercise caution, expect disruption over coming days amid heatwave (Revised)
Exercise caution and expect disruption over the coming days amid a heatwave. Some areas have recently experienced temperatures reaching 40°C (104°F) or higher, with similar conditions forecast to persist in the region. Heat warnings are in effect for several countries. Short-notice road closures, disruption to public transport and evacuation orders linked to heatwave-related fires are possible in affected areas. High temperatures may cause power outages or disruption to other essential services.
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France
Urban centres: Expect disruption on 4 July during rallies against gender-based violence
Expect disruption in urban centres, including in the capital Paris, on 4 July during rallies against gender-based violence. Organisers have called the events to demand stronger protections for women and children against sexual and domestic violence. In Paris, the participants will gather from 15.00 (all times local) at Place de la Bastille before marching towards Place de la Nation. While the events will be well-attended and accompanied by a heightened police presence, they should pass off peacefully. Road closures are possible near related rallies.
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Germany
Erfurt: Expect disruption on 4-5 July during political conference, counter-demonstrations
Expect disruption in Erfurt (Thuringia state) on 4-5 July during a conference of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party, as well as counter-demonstrations. The party will hold its federal congress at the city’s Messe Erfurt convention centre on both days. Various trade unions, religious organisations and civil society groups have called for demonstrations during the event to oppose the AfD. The rallies are expected to attract significant attendance. The authorities have warned of road blockades and potential scuffles between rival supporters, as well as between demonstrators and the police. Any associated disturbances would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Netherlands
Utrecht: Plan journeys on 4 July accounting for disruption on A12 motorway due to protest
Plan journeys on 4 July accounting for disruption on the A12 motorway in Utrecht (Utrecht province) due to a planned protest. Activists affiliated with Extinction Rebellion and a pro-Palestine group intend to block traffic along parts of the motorway from 12.00 (local time). They are demanding an end to fossil fuel subsidies, amongst other related things. There is a heightened risk of police intervention and forcible removal of demonstrators if the motorway blockade turns unruly. Any associated disturbances would pose incidental risks to bystanders.
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Poland
Warsaw: Expect disruption on 4 July during commemorative march for victims of ethnic-based violence
Expect disruption in the capital Warsaw on 4 July during a march to commemorate victims of historic ethnic-based violence in Poland. Participants will gather from 14.00 (local time) at Plac Trzech Krzyzy before marching to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiervia Charles de Gaulle roundabout. The demonstration comes amid a diplomatic dispute between Poland and Ukraine over the issue, which is likely to drive attendance at the event. The event is likely to be well attended and should pass off peacefully. Road closures and public transport diversions will be in effect along the route.
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Spain
Catalonia autonomous community: Exercise caution, follow official directives amid wildfires
Exercise caution and follow all official directives in Catalonia autonomous community over the coming hours amid wildfires. On 3 July, a wildfire broke out near La Bisbal d’Emporda and is currently uncontained. The authorities closed sections of the GI-660, GIV-6612 roads and the C-66 arterial route in both directions. According to local media, two other wildfires are also burning near Bescano and Vilademuls. Several nearby towns have been issued stay-at-home orders. Firefighting efforts are ongoing in affected areas. Further short-notice stay-at home or evacuation orders and road closures are possible.
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United Kingdom
London: Plan journeys on 4 July accounting for disruption during LGBTQ Pride events
Plan journeys on 4 July accounting for disruption during LGBTQ Pride events in the capital London. The main march will take place from 12.00 (all times local) at Hyde Park Corner before proceeding towards Whitehall, with additional events scheduled across the city centre. High temperatures reaching 28°C (82.4°F) have been forecast on the day. Additionally, these events will coincide with planned London Underground (‘tube’) disruption, including the suspension of the Hammersmith and City lines and the partial closure of the District, Mildmay and DLR lines on 4-5 July. Expect large crowds and heightened security throughout the events.
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Liverpool: Plan journeys on 4 July bypassing anti-immigration protest, counterdemonstration
Plan journeys in Liverpool (Merseyside county) on 4 July bypassing an anti-immigration protest march and counterdemonstration. Anti-immigration protesters will gather from 12.00 (local time) near a pub on County Road in the Walton area before marching to the city centre. A counterdemonstration has reportedly been organised. It expected to follow a similar route, though exact details have yet to be confirmed. The local authorities have introduced designated protest areas and a dispersal zone, granting the police additional powers to prevent antisocial behaviour. While the police will likely enforce measures to separate the demonstrations, localised scuffles between rival protesters cannot be ruled out.
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