The Minister of Internal Administration stated that the reasons for today's protests are legitimate and expects the demonstrations scheduled for 24 October to remain peaceful and orderly.
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The 'Acampada do Porto' movement is meeting with the President today to deliver an open letter outlining nine housing demands, including the reversal of current tenancy laws, a ban on evictions without alternative housing, and rent caps. The letter also demands the resignation of the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, and a public investigation into police operations against the encampments that occurred on 1 November.
The Minister of Finance stated that the government will not introduce additional measures to address the housing crisis or alleviate the rising cost of living at this time. He maintains that the government's current rental law proposal is sufficient and places responsibility for the housing situation on the previous Socialist Party (PS) administration.
Following protests regarding housing rights in Porto, musician Tim (of Xutos e Pontapés) issued a public statement on social media supporting the constitutional right to assembly and expressing opposition to police violence against demonstrators. This follows ongoing tensions in Porto, where participants have been protesting housing issues and the administration of the Mayor of Porto, Pedro Duarte.