A protest for the right to housing is scheduled to take place in Lisbon on Saturday, 17 October. The Mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Moedas, characterized the cause as just but emphasized that the demonstration must proceed in accordance with the law.
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The Inspectorate-General of Internal Administration (IGAI) is opening an administrative inquiry into the police intervention during a housing protest in Porto in the early hours of Thursday, 15 October, which resulted in 39 injuries. Political figures are calling for clarity on the chain of command and responsibility for the police actions, while protesters continue to organize gatherings in the city.
The PS Secretary-General commented on recent protests regarding the housing crisis, acknowledging public frustration while calling for demonstrations to respect democratic rules and public order. He also criticized the government's recent rental law changes, arguing they negatively affect young people and seniors, and proposed a national housing service.
The housing movement currently protesting in Porto is drafting proposals to present to the City Council, though no date for their delivery has been set. Organizers plan to continue their occupation of Praça D. João I until Tuesday, 20 October, and have called for supporters to return to the site on Saturday, 17 October.