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Lisbon 'Acampada' movement to set up tents in front of Parliament following budget debate

Participants in the 'Acampada de Lisboa' movement voted to bring tents to a protest scheduled for Tuesday 27 October in front of the Assembleia da República. The demonstration is organised by the 'Casa para Viver' platform to protest the 2027 State Budget and demand accountability for recent police actions; whether protesters will stay overnight remains an open question to be decided on-site.

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If you are planning to travel or be in the area of São Bento (Assembleia da República) on Tuesday 27 October, be aware of a planned protest that may cause localized disruption or police presence.

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