Strikes & Protest Sweep Across Europe

Strikes and protests are taking place across Europe everyday as people resist the assault on their right to live in dignity. Watch this round up of workers in struggle over the last few weeks. Thessaloniki, Greece: Mass demonstrations, clashes with police and strikes following the recent fatal train crash. Lisbon, Portugal: Thousands of teachers in Portugal have been on the streets demanding a pay rise of at least 120 euros a month. London, United Kingdom: Hundreds of thousands of public sector workers have been striking and protesting for better pay and working conditions. Paris, France: Millions across France have been protesting against President Emmannuel Macron’s proposal to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64, with mass strikes and clashes with police taking place on a daily basis. Berlin, Germany: Public sector workers have been striking for higher wages, including waste management, hospital, and water utility workers. Madrid, Spain: Doctors, hospital