Public complaints about police actions dominate Porto city council meeting

The Porto municipal assembly was dominated by public complaints regarding police actions during protests for housing rights. Attendees criticized police brutality, recalling incidents from October 25, where demonstrators faced violence. Speakers expressed feelings of insecurity and called for changes in housing policies. The assembly showed solidarity with the protesters, except for a few dissenting voices. The police had previously dispersed protests in both Porto and Lisbon, resulting in injuries and arrests. Demonstrators demand reforms in housing laws and increased public housing. The detained individuals from the protests are set to be judged on November 13.