Austerity could lead to protests in Portuguese parliament

Austerity measures in Portugal have lead to large protests in parliament.  

The BBC is reporting that Portugal is planning to cut 30-thousand civil servant jobs to meet the conditions of a bailout.

The nation’s government has ruled out raising taxes and is looking elsewhere for financial resources.

Portugal’s Prime Minister says he wants the measures to prove the country’s commitment to the bailout.  

Portugal’s unemployment rate stands at a record high 18 percent.

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STORY WRITTEN BY: NATASHA TAGGART