UK issues Mauritius travel warning after police shooting

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 11:32 · Archive

The UK government has issued a travel warning for Mauritius following a police shooting on October 9 that sparked demonstrations.

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has updated travel advice for Mauritius following a police shooting on October 9 and subsequent community unrest. Demonstrations are occurring in parts of the island, with the Government of Mauritius imposing temporary evening and overnight curfews covering most of the main island. The second night of curfews ran from 8.30pm on Wednesday October 14 to 5am on Thursday October 15.

Travellers are warned of potential road closures, transport disruption and interruptions to public services. They are urged to follow guidance from local authorities to stay up to date on curfew timings and to avoid demonstrations and large public gatherings.

Mauritius is an island in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa. The tropical island is popular with tourists for its white sandy beaches, waterfalls, lagoons and mountain views, with an average temperature of 28C.

How it is being reported

• Government issues Mauritius travel warning due to unrest after shootingGovernment travel bosses have issued an urgent warning to Brits travelling to Mauritius in the aftermath of a police shooting.Oxford Mail · 16 Oct, 11:04
• Government issues Mauritius travel warning due to unrest after shootingGovernment travel bosses have issued an urgent warning to Brits travelling to Mauritius in the aftermath of a police shooting.Oxfordshire Guardian · 16 Oct, 11:04

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