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Trade union federation warns of inability to replace teachers who will retire by 2034
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Trade union federation warns of inability to replace teachers who will retire by 2034

Correio da Manhã14 September 2026 at 16:26

A Trade Union Federation warned of the inability to replace teachers who will retire in the coming years. In the 2024/25 school year, approximately 122,000 teachers were in service in Portugal.

Estimates cited by the union indicate that 37% of this teaching workforce will leave service by 2034, representing a significant departure of professionals from the sector.

The warning comes in a context of discussion about the difficulties in hiring teachers and working conditions in the teaching profession. The trade union federation draws attention to the need to address this demographic challenge in the education sector.

Why this matters

This issue directly affects Portuguese teachers, students, and families, as the massive departure of teachers without adequate replacement can compromise the quality of education and overburden the teachers who remain. The trade union federation's warning indicates a structural problem that requires urgent planning and public policies from the government.

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