There has been fierce condemnation of new tough austerity measures announced by Portugal's prime minister.<br /><br />Pedro Passos Coehlo said last night the government will raise social security contributions from 11 to 18 per cent next year.<br /><br />The move is designed to counter a court ruling that prohibited a cut in salary benefits for only public sector workers.<br /><br />...<br />http://www.euronews.net/
