Portugal protests to greet budget vote

27 November 2012 Last updated at 06:21 ET Help

Protests are expected in Portugal as the government votes on next year's budget.

The unprecedented tax increases and drastic spending cuts are required as part of its international bailout.

The new laws are likely to pass through parliament but could still be challenged in the courts.

Alison Roberts reports.

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