The Union of Public Prosecutors (SMMP) has declared a national strike on July 9 and 10, with regional strikes to follow on July 11, 14, and 15. This action is in protest against the recent judicial reforms that threaten the specialization of prosecutors by merging civil, criminal, and family law responsibilities.
Key Decisions from the SMMP Assembly:
- National strike scheduled for July 9 and 10.
- Regional strikes will affect Lisbon on July 11, Porto on July 14, and Évora and Coimbra on July 15.
- Efforts will be intensified to secure a special training course for prosecutors, aiming to address the current shortage of magistrates.
The Conflict Escalates: The dispute centers around the annual placement rules for prosecutors, criticized for being discriminatory and undermining gender equality and specialization in handling domestic violence and family cases. The Portuguese Association of Women Jurists (APMJ) has condemned these rules, highlighting their negative impact on women in the judiciary.
Recent Developments: Following a meeting with the SMMP, the Attorney General, Amadeu Guerra, proposed amendments to the reforms to prevent arbitrary service allocations. These changes require any additional duties assigned to prosecutors to undergo a hierarchical approval process, a move welcomed by the union.
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