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Portuguese parliament backs extension of parental leave: what changes?

The new legal framework, arising from a joint proposal by PS and PSD, will give parents a more favourable regime than the one currently in force.

  • Portuguese parliament endorses proposal to extend parental leave benefits.
  • Parents receive 180 days fully paid leave if shared, or 150 days if single parent takes leave.
  • Alternative benefit offers 83% of reference wage for six months on certain conditions.

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