Austerity

Romania

Romanian teachers protest government's austerity measures plan

Teachers in the eastern European nation of nearly 19 million have threatened to go on strike if the government implements the measures.

6 February 2026

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Portugal braces for general strike against new labour regulations

Portugal prepares for its first general strike in 12 years on Thursday as unions protest labour reforms expected to disrupt transport, schools, hospitals and other services.

10 December 2025

Romania

Thousands protest in Romania against government austerity measures

The rally was organised by the National Trade Union Bloc, made up of dozens of professional federations and comes as Romania’s government pursues measures to reduce the budget deficit.

12 November 2025

United Kingdom

UK government defends cuts that 'could put 250,000 in poverty'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves, whose Labour Party has promised an end to austerity, unveiled billions of pounds of new cuts on Wednesday.

27 March 2025

Healthcare

Surging drug costs straining national budgets, health insurers warn

Rising pharmaceutical prices, particularly for novel therapies and cancer treatments, are driving increased health spending across Europe, placing significant strain on national budgets, according to a new study published this week.

16 October 2024

Business

VW workers stage protest as managers and unions hold talks

The talks on pay and conditions at Volkswagen come amid reports of job cuts and, for the first time in its history, potential plant closures in Germany.

26 September 2024

Earth News

Italy and Spain could face austerity in race to net-zero

Study suggests green financing will boost the economy but Mediterranean countries will endure fiscal challenges.

16 September 2024

Economy

Draghi's competitiveness report: Can Europe heed the call to action?

Mario Draghi's competitiveness report urges the EU to invest €750-800bn annually to close the economic gap with the US and China. While experts praise its push for joint action and reforms, concerns remain over funding, political consensus and its future impact​.

16 September 2024

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WATCH: Milei's pension Increase veto sparks nationwide protests

Pensioners in Argentina protested in Buenos Aires after President Javier Milei vetoed a bill to raise the minimum pension by €16.

5 September 2024

Economy

Euroviews. Europe can't afford another austerity crisis

Europeans are calling for leadership, not cowardice. This is not the time for quick fixes and old approaches. For the EU to keep pace on the global stage and establish itself as a strong international force, backing off is not an option, Lucie Studničná writes.

25 April 2024

Economy

MEPs green light new EU fiscal rules

The landslide vote heralds a return to fiscal responsibility after the pandemic era – but some worry new norms could kill vital green investment

23 April 2024

Argentina

Argentines protest against Milei's deregulation and austerity

Thousands of people in the country are unhappy with the new president's controversial proposed changes.

28 December 2023

Economy

Thousands protest in Brussels for better wages and services

Critics of the EU's proposed Stability and Growth pact say the policy would lead to austerity, job losses and lower wages.

12 December 2023

Economy

Thousands expected to protest EU austerity measures in Brussels

Protesters fear a raft of new EU financial rules could push member states into austerity.

11 December 2023

Economy

Czech Republic sees 'biggest protest in its history' over austerity

Under the economic plans, Czechs will pay more tax on alcohol and medicine. Businesses will also pay more corporate tax.

27 November 2023

Finland

Finland faces autumn of discontent with strikes and protests

Trade union leaders say the right-wing government is a 'reverse Robin Hood' administration: cutting benefits to the poor, but rewarding the rich with tax breaks.

2 October 2023