Latest news and stories about labour law in culture in Portugal for expats and residents.
The secretary-general of the CGTP asserts that the proposed labour package can be defeated in parliament, urging political accountability and criticizing the government's legislative timeline.
Altice-owned operator Meo has secured government approval for restructuring status, paving the way for the potential departure of 1,200 employees by year-end.
Chega leader André Ventura is set to meet with Prime Minister Luís Montenegro on June 11 to negotiate the future of labour reform, with the reduction of the retirement age remaining a key condition for party support.
Helena Lopes proposes a 21st-century labour package centered on guaranteeing workers' rights to participate in corporate decision-making processes.
The departure of immigrant workers from Portugal has resulted in a shortage of approximately one thousand drivers for ride-hailing platforms such as Uber and Bolt, highlighting the country's reliance on foreign labor.
The Chega National Council has unanimously voted to reject the government's proposed labour and state reforms, arguing they harm workers and increase corruption risks, while also postponing the party congress to late this year.
The Portuguese government has introduced legislative changes to the Labour Code that deviate from previous agreements with social partners, potentially impacting both private and public sector employees regarding time banks and breastfeeding leave.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has called for a modernization of trade unionism in Portugal, criticizing outdated practices and urging for a more constructive approach to labour reform as the government prepares to bring new legislation to parliament.
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro maintains the government's commitment to its labour reform package, asserting that significant concessions have already been made while criticizing the UGT for a lack of flexibility in negotiations.
The Confederation of Commerce and Services expresses skepticism regarding a Social Concertation agreement on labour laws, while Prime Minister Luís Montenegro maintains an inclusive approach toward all parliamentary parties, including Chega, despite concerns over the party's radicalism.
The UGT national secretariat has unanimously rejected the government's latest labour reform proposal, leading to a stalemate as the Minister of Labour pushes for a conclusion by May 7th.
The UGT National Secretariat is set to reject the government's latest labour code proposal, citing insufficient progress and constitutional concerns, despite ongoing mediation efforts by President António José Seguro.
UGT deputy secretary-general Sérgio Monte indicates that the union is likely to reject the government's proposed labour law changes, aligning with public sentiment and CGTP's stance ahead of a formal decision.
President of the Republic António José Seguro is set to hold individual meetings with social partners in Belém this Wednesday to discuss the government's contentious labour legislation proposal.
Livre spokesperson Rui Tavares criticizes right-wing parties for attempting to expedite labour reforms, arguing they are ignoring public dissatisfaction and pushing for policies that threaten wage growth and worker wellbeing.
Minister of Labour Rosário Palma Ramalho has concluded negotiations on the labour package, confirming that a final version will be sent to the CGTP while the government awaits the UGT's definitive position on the proposed reforms.
The Portuguese government has presented a final draft of its labour law reform, 'Trabalho XXI', to social partners, with further negotiations scheduled for Friday to address remaining points of contention despite claims that an agreement is near.
The government has amended its labour law reform proposal, abandoning plans to extend fixed-term contract durations while reintroducing specific criteria for youth employment contracts following negotiations with the UGT.
Parliament prepares to elect external bodies while the government and social partners resume critical negotiations on labour law reform within the Standing Committee for Social Concertation.
André Ventura, leader of Chega, has stated that his party intends to propose amendments to the government's labour law reform in Parliament, regardless of any potential agreements reached with the UGT during social concertation.
Labour reform negotiations have reached a stalemate as tensions escalate between the government, unions, and employer confederations. Despite presidential pressure for compromise, a lack of trust and conflicting agendas have stalled progress, leaving the future of the legislative package uncertain ahead of May 1st.
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Carla Tavares, the newly elected president of the Socialist Women, outlines her agenda to enhance political training for militants and introduce legislative reforms concerning labour law and public safety.
The Portuguese government has made partial concessions on labour reform, specifically regarding fixed-term contracts, but the UGT union remains dissatisfied and continues to reject the current proposal.
Minister of Labour Rosário Palma Ramalho reports constructive progress in labour law negotiations with the UGT and employer confederations, as partners prepare to consult their governing bodies.
Minister of Labour Maria do Rosário Palma Ramalho convenes with social partners for the 53rd time to negotiate contentious labour law reforms, including contract terms, dismissal policies, and working hours.
Portuguese Health Minister Ana Paula Martins acknowledges the upcoming nurses' strike while stating that not all union demands can be met immediately, emphasizing that solutions require time.
The CGTP trade union federation plans to attend a government meeting on labour law reforms despite not receiving an invitation, asserting its constitutional right to participate in the legislative process.
Lusa and RTP workers are protesting against recent statutory changes and a lack of government transparency, fearing political interference and uncertainty regarding the potential consolidation of the two media entities.
