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Consular notice about demonstrations in Kuwait

Possible planned demonstration may occur this evening Monday, 15 July at Irada Square

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British Embassy Kuwait

Please be aware that a planned demonstration may occur this evening Monday, 15 July at Irada Square (in Kuwait City opposite the National Assembly on the Gulf Road). However, the exact location of this demonstration may change without notice, and protests can spread.

In line with our existing Travel Advice, we advise British Nationals to avoid areas where there is a potential for large public gatherings and demonstrations to occur, to take sensible precautions for their personal safety, and to follow news reports.

For the latest FCO travel advice please visit: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/kuwait

If you would like to receive these messages through our Warden network, please send us an e-mail at consularenquirieskuwait@fco.gov.uk with your name, telephone number, residential area and dependent’s details (if applicable), and we will pass on your information to the Warden.

Consular Section

British Embassy Kuwait

Published 15 July 2013