Portugal - Teachers protest against Government - May 31, 2026

Thousands of teachers marched through Lisbon to protest against the Government, demanding higher pay, faster career progression and better working conditions. The protest was organised by the FENPROF teachers’ union, which accused the Government of ignoring concerns over low wages, stalled careers and heavy workloads. In May 2024, the Government agreed with unions to gradually restore more than six years and six months of career service frozen after the 2011 bailout. Many teachers say the measures fall short.

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