Reintegration technicians schedule strike for October and demonstration at Porto prison

The union representing technicians at the Directorate-General for Reintegration and Prison Services (DGRSP) has called for a strike on October 6 and a protest at the Porto prison from 11:00 to 13:00. The action follows the publication of a government decree regarding career reviews and risk supplements, which the union claims fails to fulfill the previously signed agreement and does not adequately address the risks of the profession.

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While this is a professional-specific strike, if you have business with the DGRSP or are visiting the Porto prison on October 6, you may encounter service disruptions or protests.

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