The walkout is expected to be Portugal's largest since June 2013 amid action against a bill to simplify firing process.
The walkout is expected to be Portugal’s largest since June 2013 amid action against a bill to simplify the firing process.
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Portugal is bracing for a widespread impact nationally from its first general strike in 12 years, as unions urge action against the centre-right minority government’s planned workers’ rights reforms.
The government wants to make it easier for employers to fire people and to limit some compassionate leave.
Tens of thousands of people take to the streets in Brussels over government reforms and spending cuts.
ATHENS: Transport and services in Greece were disrupted Tuesday for the second time this month as unions staged a 24-hour walkout…
Trains, buses and taxis are all disrupted as part of a 24-hour strike against changes to labour laws
The Chamber of Deputies is weighing a labour bill that would increase work hours, cut severance pay and ease firing.
Striking drivers are demanding increased investment and maintenance, and the hiring of more staff.
