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Lisbon housing camp faces removal from Rossio square
A housing protest camp in Lisbon's Rossio square is facing potential removal following a municipal decision to reorganize the public space. The move has sparked significant public opposition, with a petition gathering nearly 16,000 signatures to protect the area's cultural and economic traditions, particularly regarding the upcoming Christmas market.
During a plenary meeting, delegates from the Lisbon housing camp voted to remain in the square for the night, though a decision regarding demobilization on Sunday remains open. The discussion followed a tactical proposal by Renata Cambra to dismantle the tents immediately to preempt a possible police intervention and to control the movement's narrative.
As of November 8, 2026, approximately 100 tents and 200 protesters were reported occupying the square. Some tents have been placed on pallets to protect them from rain.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Renata Cambra proposed that the tents be dismantled immediately as a tactical decision. www.correiodamanhacanada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A petition against the removal of the tents has gathered nearly 16,000 signatures. sapo.pt
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The camp includes approximately 70 tents as of the report. www.correiodamanhacanada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Delegates of the Lisbon housing camp voted to maintain the tents in Rossio for the night. www.correiodamanhacanada.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Lisbon Municipality intends to remove the tents to reorganize public space. sapo.pt
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 100 tents and 200 protesters were occupying the Rossio square.