University associations in Lisbon protest today against the unfreezing of tuition fees

Student associations in Lisbon are protesting today against the unfreezing of tuition fees and cuts in higher education funding. The protest, organized by five universities, highlights a 7.6% reduction in funding in the upcoming state budget. Amélia Saraiva from the Nova University student association emphasizes the impact on students enrolling next academic year. Additionally, a separate demonstration is scheduled in Braga by University of Minho students, addressing rising accommodation costs and tuition fees.