The National Federation of Teachers (Federação Nacional dos Professores or Fenprof) announced plans to file a complaint with the Attorney General's Office (Procuradoria-Geral da República or PGR) regarding the electronic grading process for national exams. The union seeks an official inquiry into potential irregularities, while the Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation (Ministério da Educação, Ciência e Inovação or MECI) faces continued criticism from opposition parties over the management of the assessment period.
Teachers' union requests inquiry into exam grading
Saturday, 11 July 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
Fenprof is the National Federation of Teachers (Federação Nacional dos Professores), the main public‑school teachers' union in Portugal that represents teachers in pay, working conditions and education reforms. Its criticism matters because Fenprof can organize strikes and mobilise teachers, which directly affects school operations and the implementation of government changes — something families and expat educators should monitor.
The Ministério Público (Public Prosecution Service) is Portugal's independent state prosecution body, responsible for leading criminal investigations, bringing charges, and representing the public interest in court.
The MP operates autonomously from the government and the police, though it directs criminal investigations carried out by the Polícia Judiciária, PSP, and GNR. It is led by the Procurador-Geral da República (Attorney General), who is appointed by the President on the government's proposal.
The MP gets involved in high-profile cases including corruption, financial crime, and incidents of potential institutional negligence. It also defends the legality of government actions and protects citizens' fundamental rights through the courts.
