On the morning of 22 October 2026, hundreds of people gathered outside the Prefecture of Benevento for a provincial demonstration focused on rights, wages and schools, according to local broadcaster NTR24.
Who was in the square
NTR24 describes the turnout as involving hundreds of citizens, with a large presence of students alongside workers and pensioners. The broadcaster characterises the gathering as an intergenerational moment.
The mobilisation was promoted by the Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) and ABACO Campania.
What the protest was about
According to the NTR24 report, speakers and participants raised concerns about rising inflation, fuel costs, wages, welfare provision and the protection of rights.
The demonstration also addressed problems affecting the local school system, although the available report does not detail the specific school-related demands.
What is not yet confirmed
The exact number of participants, the full list of participating organisations and any institutional response from the Prefecture have not been established in the available reporting. NTR24 is so far the only acquired source for the event.
