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The question that remained unanswered, which neither Marxism nor social democracy ever answered seriously, is the question of meaning. Why work?
In the two official residences, Freedom Day took different forms, but in both, the focus was on the future and the ambition to change the country.
“Civil society in Portugal is not on the best path,” said Maurício, a doctor, as he prepared to walk down the avenue.
The 25th of April celebrations are taking place at São Bento, featuring an open-door policy at the Parliament and access to the gardens of the Prime Minister's official residence.
The CGTP has already stated that it wants to make the commemorations 'another high point' in the rejection of the Government's labour reform.
Programmes tend to be more extensive and cultural in municipalities led by the left. On the right, a greater institutional emphasis is observed. Even so, there are exceptions in the way April is celebrated.
The commemorative programme for the 52nd anniversary of the Carnation Revolution takes place between the 22nd and 25th of this month and includes cultural initiatives that evoke the values of freedom, democracy, and citizenship.
The start is up to Carlão with a concert scheduled for 10:00 PM on the 24th.
The protest action will be suspended for two weeks, according to the FNSTFPS, after receiving a new proposal from the Government. Among the demands is 'fair compensation' for working on public holidays.
Home News Carnival 2026 in Portugal: All you need to know Carnival 2026 in Portugal: All you need to know The dates for Carnival in Portugal vary each year, and in 2026, the Carnival Tuesday falls on 17 February.
The Government of Madeira (PSD/CDS-PP) today decided to grant time off on Carnival Tuesday, 17 February, and on the morning of Wednesday, 18 February, for all services under its authority.
Home News When are public holidays in Portugal 2026? When are public holidays in Portugal 2026? Public holidays in 2026 offer several opportunities for long weekends in Portugal.
The minister admits that healthcare professionals will not be given the day off on 26 December.
Are you already thinking about next year’s holidays? In 2026 you will have the same number of long weekends, but fewer opportunities to take bridge days than in 2025. Altogether there will be five long weekends — six if you work in Porto — and four possibilities to take a bridge day. The fact that...
The government extended the day-off to 26 December, as it falls on a Friday.
