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In-depth coverage of Portuguese politics, parliament, government policy, and political analysis. Daily updates on legislative changes, coalition dynamics, and how politics affects expats.

Nurses Set 20 March Strike as Career Dispute with Ministry of Health Reaches Breaking Point

Nurses Set 20 March Strike as Career Dispute with Ministry of Health Reaches Breaking Point

Portugal's nurses have a strike date. The Portuguese Nurses Union (SEP) announced on Wednesday that it will call its members out on 20 March, covering both morning and afternoon shifts across the country's public hospitals and health centres. The...

Parliament Overrules Government on Storm Kristin Lay-off Pay, Forcing Full Salary Protection

Parliament Overrules Government on Storm Kristin Lay-off Pay, Forcing Full Salary Protection

A clash between Parliament and the government over worker pay has produced a rare reversal, with lawmakers voting to ensure that employees placed on lay-off following storm Kristin will receive their full salary rather than the reduced amount the...