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Dozens of teachers protest in Lisbon against underinvestment in education

Teachers gathered in front of the Assembly of the Republic on Wednesday, 4 November, to protest against the proposed 2027 State Budget, which the Fenprof union claims fails to address chronic issues like teacher shortages and professional career stagnation. The protest coincided with a parliamentary hearing of the Minister of Education, Science and Innovation regarding the budget proposal.

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Teachers protest against 2027 State Budget outside parliament

Members of the Fenprof teachers' union gathered outside the Assembly of the Republic on 4 November to protest against the 2027 State Budget, citing continued disinvestment in education and a failure to address ongoing teacher shortages. The union specifically criticized proposed changes to allow teaching in the first cycle without a master's degree and expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of progress in career negotiations after two years of meetings.

Observador· 1h agoRead original ↗

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Portugal and six other countries call for simultaneous protests over three days

Unions and tenant collectives from seven European countries have scheduled simultaneous demonstrations for 20, 21, and 22 November. The protests aim to address rising costs of living, specifically demanding housing price controls, wage and pension increases, and a reduction in European rearmament spending.

Correio da Manhã· 21h agoRead original ↗

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2027 State Budget: "Negotiations produced effect", Anafre calls off "strike" in parish councils

The National Association of Parish Councils (Anafre) has cancelled its planned strike following negotiations regarding the 2027 State Budget. The agreement remains conditional on the final approval of the negotiated proposals during the budget's parliamentary review phase.

Público· 1d agoRead original ↗

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