Lisbon Erupts: Thousands Rally Against Labor Code Changes
Published on: April 17, 2026, 11:21 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Thousands protested in Lisbon against the government's proposed labor reforms, which unions claim will weaken workers' rights and increase job insecurity. The draft bill, intended to boost productivity, has faced widespread backlash, culminating in a general strike. Controversial changes include easing outsourcing and reducing overtime pay protections.
