Housing. About 50 people protest in Leiria

Around 50 people protested in Leiria against police violence and in support of housing rights, emphasizing that housing is a constitutional right. The spokesperson for the movement, António Gonçalves, highlighted the need for decentralized action across Portugal, criticizing the government's violent response to recent protests in Lisbon and Porto. He called for the repeal of the rental law and increased public housing, noting that Portugal's social housing rate is low compared to the EU. The protest aimed to show solidarity with those affected by police actions and to address the housing crisis in Leiria, where rental prices have surged. The protests began in Porto and have spread to other cities, with significant police interventions reported.