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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: General Strike Brings Portugal to a Standstill Over Labour Reforms
Caption: General Strike Brings Portugal to a Standstill Over Labour Reforms. A nationwide general strike brought major disruptions to Portugal on Wednesday, halting train services, grounding hundreds of flights and forcing many schools to close. The strike was organised by the country's largest union federation, CGTP, in protest against the government's proposed labour reforms. The government led by Luís Montenegro, with support from the far-right party Chega, argues that changes are needed to boost productivity and support economic growth. Unions, however, say the reforms would weaken workers' rights by making dismissals easier, expanding outsourcing and reducing protections for employees. They also warn that the measures could increase job insecurity, particularly for younger workers already trapped in temporary contracts. The strike affected transport, education and healthcare, with hospitals postponing many surgeries and appointments due to staff walkouts. Portugal’s flag carrier TAP operated only a fraction of its normal flight schedule, while other airlines also reported significant disruptions. The protest marks the second general strike in six months, revealing how the confrontation between the government and organised labour has intensified. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Portugal,standstill,airports,flights,train services,Lisbon,Porto,general strike,protests,labour reform,Luís Montenegro,Chega,government,schools,hospitals,outrage,productivity,economy,rights,migration
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