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An overview of the updates to initial parental leave entitlements following the latest labour market reforms introduced by the Government.
A parliamentary move — despite abstentions from PSD and CDS-PP — brings Portugal closer to lengthening the initial parental leave available to working parents. The new episode of the 'Ao Trabalho!' podcast examines that development alongside other labour‑market highlights, offering concise analysis of labour, social-security and employment-law developments every Thursday.
Proposals from all parties other than the PSD and PS were left by the wayside.
MPs approved on Tuesday the extension of 100% paid parental leave. The measure provides for this rate to be applicable for five-month leaves (regardless of how they are shared between parents) or up to six months if each parent takes at least 30 consecutive days or two 15-day consecutive periods. Currently...
They must also file a criminal complaint.
Portugal is preparing new rules for parental leave. In this episode, we explain what is changing, what the new rights are, and how the government intends to encourage greater sharing between mothers and fathers.
Home News PSD and PS agree to extend parental leave PSD and PS agree to extend parental leave The Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Socialist Party (PS) have agreed in parliament to amend the parental leave system and to introduce a continuous working day into the Labour Code for the private
In 2025, 1,777 notifications of non-renewal of fixed-term contracts were recorded for pregnant workers or those on leave. “The postponement of motherhood is a measurable reality and must be analysed.”
However, the Government admits to extending the leave period from five to six months, writes JN. In DN: The Public Prosecutor's Office considers that the ruling in the Odair Moniz case sets a 'serious precedent'.
Employment contracts, time banks, parental leave - see how the changes in the law will affect your work
PCP questions the Minister of Labour about CITE data showing a record level of dismissals since 2020. The party criticises the lack of ACT inspections and demands urgent measures to tackle discrimination.
Non-renewal of contracts reached its highest level since 2020 among pregnant women and parents on parental leave. 'Maternity is regarded as an absence, as a cost, and not as a social value and a collective responsibility'
A bill approved in principle guarantees six months paid at 100%, equalising the exclusive leave periods for mother and father. The debate now moves to the committee (detailed) stage.
A citizens' legislative initiative collected more than 42,000 signatures and proposes that the initial parental leave be 180 days instead of the current 120. The proposal is being voted on this Friday.
The first attempt was nullified after the dissolution of the Assembly of the Republic and the consequent fall of the Government in March 2025, but the citizens' group managed to gather signatures again.
A petition with over 42,000 signatures has prompted Parliament to reopen debate on the introduction or reform of initial parental leave entitlements.
