- Jun 18
Portugal’s parliament poised to approve labour reform after Chega softens opposition
The government’s labour package, condemned by unions as a rollback of worker protections, appears set to pass a key parliamentary vote on Friday after the far-right Chega party indicated it would not block the legislation.
- Jun 2
Portugal general strike over labour reform halts trains, cancels hundreds of flights and shuts schools
A 24-hour general strike brought Portugal to a near-standstill on Wednesday as unions protested a government labour reform package they say will entrench precarious work, ease dismissals and curb workers' rights.
