Tens of thousands took to Lisbon streets on Nov 8, 2025, organized by Portugal's main labor union opposing centre-right government's labour law overhaul.
PM Luis Montenegro's reforms seek to boost productivity and job market flexibility; opponents claim they erode workers' rights and demand full withdrawal.
Protesters carried "No to the labour package" posters and called for wage hikes amid the rally.
Tens of thousands of people in Lisbon took to the streets Saturday to protest labour reforms put forth by the centre-right government.
The protest was organized by the country's main labor union in opposition to an overhaul of labour laws that Prime Minister Luis Montenegro's government says are aimed at improving productivity and flexibility in the job market. Opponents want the package withdrawn and say it threatens workers' rights.
Demonstrators carried posters that read “No to the labour package" and called for higher wages.
The rally, one of the largest in recent years, highlighted tensions over proposed changes to working hours, dismissal rules, and overtime pay. Union leaders warned of strikes if the reforms proceed.
Montenegro's minority government, in power since March 2025, defended the package as essential for economic competitiveness amid Portugal's 6.8% unemployment rate.
