D. João I Square will have an ice rink starting on the 13th

The Porto City Hall announced the installation of an ice rink in Praça D. João I starting November 13, amidst ongoing housing protests. The mayor, Pedro Duarte, emphasized the need to balance the use of public space for Christmas events with the right to protest. Despite invitations for dialogue, protesters have declined meetings, citing recent police actions. The housing crisis protests began on October 10 and have spread to other cities, leading to clashes with police and numerous arrests. The Public Prosecutor's Office is reviewing the constitutionality of a law limiting protest hours.