United Kingdom, Demonstration / Riot, Level 3: Violent attack in Londonderry – Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

2024-04-02: A violent attack was reported on Monday (1 April) as petrol bombs were hurled at a member of the media following an Easter Monday commemoration event in Creggan area in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Amid escalating unrest, a van was set ablaze, and the fire brigade faced obstacles reaching the scene due to road blockages.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Violent clashes between protesters and security forces are possible. Travellers are advised to exercise caution, to strictly avoid demonstrations, road blockades, large gatherings, and deployments of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.