Portugal's two main trade unions are calling for what could be the country's biggest strike in over a decade, with severe flight and rail disruptions expected to affect UK travellers The strike will cause widespread disruption (Image: F9Photos/Getty Images)

A strike organised by Portugal's two main trade unions is set to cause major flight and rail disruption on Thursday. The unions, which represent nearly a million Portuguese workers, believe it could be the country's largest walkout in over a decade.

They are protesting against the centre-right government's proposed changes to employment laws. The move will also shut many government services and force the cancellation of medical appointments and classes .

The proposed alterations include making it easier for companies to dis

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