Portugal's weekend of protest: where and when to find the marches and camps

Portugal faces a weekend of major social mobilization starting Friday, October 16, with protests and encampments planned nationwide, driven by the state budget debate, the housing crisis, and rising living costs. The largest actions occur Saturday, October 17, with a CGTP union day of struggle for higher wages and public services in Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra. Housing activists also plan a new encampment in Lisbon's Rossio square, following the Porto camp that has faced police clashes. The Porto encampment has persisted since last Saturday despite police intervention, which drew criticism. Authorities urge orderly protests, while traffic disruptions are expected in the three cities during Saturday's marches.