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Housing: Protesters in Porto decide to return to camp in the square D.João I
Publication: ECO
Author: Lusa
Source published: 17/10/2026, 23:55:19 UTC
Briefing created: 18/10/2026, 23:16:21 UTC
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Briefings
Portuguese activists returning to the Praça D. João I in Porto decided to camp there indefinitely, refusing to move despite police intervention. The movement, led by Cristiana Leal, announced a protest extending to Thursday and a potential general strike on November 11. They demanded housing for all and the dismissal of Autarch Pedro Duarte, criticizing the government's economic policies.
Key points
- Activists returned to the Praça D. João I in Porto to camp indefinitely, refusing to relocate despite police intervention that caused 39 injuries.
- The movement announced a protest extending to Thursday and a potential general strike on November 11 to pressure the government on housing and economic issues.
Context
The Porto Habitation movement, which had occupied the Praça D. João I since last Saturday, decided to return to the same location for a continuous protest. This action follows a police intervention on Thursday that resulted in 39 injuries, prompting activists to demand housing for all and the dismissal of Autarch Pedro Duarte.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the return to the Praça D. João I and the immediate protest plans. It does not include details on the specific timeline of the general strike, the exact number of people participating in the assembly, or the final outcome of the government's response to the demands.
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