Civil liberties news in Portugal

Portugal: Blanket ban on face coverings threatens several human rights

Amnesty International17 Jul

Report warns of erosion of civic freedoms and normalisation of xenophobia in Portugal

Data privacy violations, abusive police repression of peaceful protests, lack of funding for organisations, and the rise of the far-right are some of the warnings in a report by the European Civic Forum and the Civic Space Observatory regarding the Portuguese public sphere. Despite the regression in several areas, Portugal remains one of the countries with the most 'open' public space.

Growth of the far-right and increased police repression: report warns of 'deterioration of civic freedoms' in Portugal

A new report highlights concerns regarding the rise of far-right movements and heightened police activity, suggesting a decline in civil liberties within the country.

Report warns of police repression and the rise of the far-right in Portugal

A new report highlights concerns regarding police conduct and the growing influence of far-right political movements within the country.

ADN criticises celebrations during a time of "gradual erosion" of freedoms in Portugal

The ADN party expresses concern over national celebrations amidst what it describes as a slow decline in civil liberties within the country.

dnoticias.pt25 Apr

IL sides with the left in the debate on bills seeking to impose barriers to gender transition

The parliamentary debate exposed opposing positions between left-wing and right-wing parties. The Liberal Initiative ultimately considered the bills from the PSD, CDS, and Chega to be an attack on individual freedom. The vote on the proposals will take place this Friday.