The action was called in protest at SATA’s failure to implement an accord the unions have already signed with national airline TAP. The first stage of the strike coincides with the Rally Azores and the second with the Santo Christo Feast – one of the Azores’ most important religious festivals.

The Portuguese flag carrier says previously suspended flights are now available and open for sale. But TAP’s decision to suspend the strike depends on whether Azores airline SATA also adheres to the agreement.

Trade unions at flag carrier TAP-Air Portugal have issued a 3-day strike notice for next week, with 21,000 flights already cancelled.

There was a 100% turnout for the half-day strike, the third and final protest convened so far by Lisbon’s Metro workers

Train drivers and ticket collectors are striking on overtime and national holidays, with most CP services cancelled.

The Portuguese Industrial Association has called for legal restrictions to the right to strike following a months-long partial stoppage by dockers.

Train drivers and ticket collectors have called a strike on Saturday against pay cuts.

The PSP police force revealed that 48 people were injured, including 21 police officers, and nine people were detained, following the violent clashes with angry protesters outside parliament.

The strike called for Wednesday in Portugal is set to bring most public transport in the country to a halt. Transport companies confirmed widespread cancellations, with the effects of the strike felt from late Tuesday.