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President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa and the 25th of April Association president emphasize the need to uphold the values of the Carnation Revolution, focusing on social justice, labor dignity, and truth while calling for an end to global conflicts.
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.
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.
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 Minister of Labour reconvenes with the UGT and business confederations to resume labour law reform negotiations following an appeal from the President of the Republic to resolve the recent impasse.
Leader of Chega, Ventura, has called on the Government to return the additional VAT revenue generated from the recent rise in fuel prices, emphasizing the need to differentiate between individuals and businesses. He criticized the Government's response to the fuel price crisis, particularly the insufficient discount on road diesel, and plans to push for an urgent debate in the Assembly of the Republic.
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in Lisbon and Porto to protest against the government's proposed changes to the labour law, known as the 'Work XXI' reform. Led by the CGTP union, the protests highlighted concerns that the reforms would negatively impact workers' rights. CGTP's Secretary-General, Tiago Oliveira, called for the government to withdraw the labour package, emphasizing its detrimental effects on the workforce.
Portugal is seeking to enhance its appeal to Middle Eastern investors, particularly from Qatar, by shifting its marketing strategy beyond just its favorable climate. In Doha, representatives from Startup Portugal are engaging with local entrepreneurs to promote investment opportunities in the country.
The leader of Chega indicated that if the changes to labour legislation were voted on now, the party would be against them and considered that the general strike shows the “Government's failure” in the negotiations. In a press conference at the party's headquarters in Lisbon, André Ventura said he expects the Government to backtrack on some of the...
Carneiro was present at the UGT party in Jamor, after attending the start of the usual demonstration that the CGTP organises in the centre of Lisbon
The May 1st celebrations were marked by protests against the Government's labour package and the announcement of a general strike for June 3rd.
Thousands took to the streets in Lisbon against the labour package. Workers' Day was also marked by the announcement of a new general strike called by the CGTP. See the images of May 1st.
The leader of Chega indicated today that if the changes to labour legislation were voted on now, the party would be against them and considered that the general strike shows the “Government's failure” in the negotiations.
The CGTP has fired the starting gun for the second general strike in half a year, with the entire left wing taking to the streets to ask the Government to decree the end of the labour package's short life. The President of the Republic joined the chorus, writing a note defending the 'fight for rights', against 'precariousness' and for a 'dignified life' for those who work.
The PS secretary-general challenged the prime minister today to drop the labour reform, which he claims is offensive to workers by harming young people and women, and argued that it is up to the trade unions to decide on a general strike. 'I appeal to you: you must drop this stubbornness and drop this labour package, because it is offensive – ...'
The PS secretary-general guaranteed that the party will do everything to prevent the Government from offending the workers, women, and families of this country.
The parliamentary leader of Livre argued that the executive must decide if it wants stability while safeguarding workers' rights.
The PS secretary-general challenged the Prime Minister this Friday, May 1st, to drop the labour reform, which he claims is offensive to workers by harming young people and women, and argued that it is up to the trade unions to decide on a general strike. José Luís Carneiro stated that the government's stubbornness offends the most vulnerable, and he guaranteed that the PS will do everything to prevent the government from undermining workers' rights. Regarding the general strike called by the CGTP for June 3rd, Carneiro stated that such decisions are the responsibility of the trade unions.
The PS secretary-general guaranteed that the PS will do everything to prevent the Government from offending the workers, women, and families of this country.
The Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities attributed the need for immigrants this Thursday to Portugal's “success”, as they perform jobs that nationals “do not want or cannot do”. Emídio Sousa was speaking during the Portugal Global Nation Forum, a strategic platform connecting Portugal, its diaspora, and international markets.
The fortnightly debate is expected to focus essentially on the measures presented yesterday by Luís Montenegro within the scope of the 'Portugal Transformation, Recovery and Resilience' programme.
The revision of labour legislation is expected to move to Parliament following the UGT's rejection of the latest version negotiated with the Government, but the political outcome of the proposal remains open. In the podcast 'O Mistério das Finanças', with António Costa and Pedro Santos Guerreiro, they discuss what might reach the Assembly of the Republic and, above all, ...
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were scheduled to travel to Islamabad this Saturday. Additionally, on April 25th, left-wing party leaders once again criticised the Government's labour package.
To mark April 25th, the gardens of the Belém Palace opened their doors and the President of the Republic received 25 young people. Additionally, the scientist and researcher Carlos Salema has died.
Benfica victory with a goal from Leandro Barreiro, another from Richard Ríos, and two from Ivanovic. Additionally, Donald Trump cancelled the trip of the special envoys to Pakistan.
The PS accuses the Government of creating the impression that it is negotiating the labour law, while not giving up its fundamental pillars. Additionally, Benfica defeated Moreirense 4-1.
Iran guaranteed tonight that there are no meetings scheduled for this weekend. The United States is sending special envoys of Donald Trump to Pakistan.
The solemn session commemorating the 52nd anniversary of the 25th of April is scheduled for 10:00 AM. The Head of State will be the last to speak, following the party representatives and the President of the Assembly of the Republic.
Labour reform and the impact of the war in the Middle East are expected to mark the session at the Assembly of the Republic. Also in this news bulletin, Benfica hosts Moreirense at home today.
The IL leader argues that the executive should take the labour law to Parliament and considers that the “concessions to UGT are not heading in the right direction” because they keep the “labour market stuck in the 20th century.”
