Greek unions have announced that they will extend a general strike next week to 48 hours. The strike is the latest in a series of protests against austerity measures. The strike will shut down most of the country. The bill includes pay and pension cuts, as well as layoffs for public sector workers. The strike will take place next week.
See "Greek unions extend general strike to 48 hours", Renee Maltezou, Reuters, October 12, 2011