Housing: largest PSP union asks that the police not be used as a "political weapon"

The largest police union in Portugal, ASPP/PSP, criticizes the government for using police actions in housing protests as a political tool, risking officers' safety and reputation. They express concern over the forced police actions during recent protests, highlighting the negative impact on police freedom and the institution's integrity. The union warns that current restrictions on protests could limit rights for all, including police officers. Protests for housing rights began on October 10 in Porto and October 17 in Lisbon, leading to police interventions and numerous injuries and arrests.