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Strike closes schools and postpones surgeries and consultations

A nationwide public administration strike on Friday, October 3, caused school closures, surgery postponements, and disruptions to waste collection and services like Social Security and justice offices. Further industrial actions are scheduled this month: workers at AIMA plan to strike on Tuesday, October 6; the banking sector begins protests on October 10; and non-teaching school staff may strike again on Sunday, October 19.

Why it mattersIf you have scheduled medical appointments, child care needs, or administrative tasks at public offices (including AIMA appointments or Social Security visits) in the coming days, be aware that industrial action may disrupt or cancel these services.

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Strike closes schools and postpones surgeries and consultations · Correio da Manhã · 12h ago
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