Economy · National NewsPortugal General Strike 11 Dec 2025: Disruption Guide
A nationwide general strike will hit Portugal on Thursday, 11 December. Find out which flights, trains, and services are cancelled and how to prepare.
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Economy · PoliticsPortugal’s Rental Tax Cuts Aim to Boost Supply, Tenants Fear Price Hikes
Discover how Portugal’s VAT drop and landlord IRS cuts aim to boost rental supply—and whether they could push rents higher in Lisbon, Porto and beyond. Read the full analysis.
Economy · CulturePortugal’s Santa Visits Now Cost €200 as Actors Run Short
Facing a shortage of Pai Natal performers, Santa visits in Portugal now average €200. Discover regional price differences and booking tips to secure your slot before 15 December.
Economy · HealthSoaring Rents and Strained Clinics: Portugal’s Young Face Growing Squeeze
Rents up over 100%, 1.5 million lack GPs—see how Portugal’s housing crunch and healthcare delays squeeze young people, and what relief measures are proposed.
Tech · EconomyEU Investigates WhatsApp AI Bot Rules: What Portuguese SMEs Should Know
EU antitrust probe into WhatsApp's AI bot ban could slash chatbot options and drive up costs for Portuguese SMEs. Learn the risks and alternative platforms.
Economy · TechPortugal Taps €5.8B EU Loans to Upgrade Forces, Spur 3,000 Tech Jobs
Portugal taps the EU’s SAFE facility for €5.8 billion to modernise its Navy, Army and Air Force, create 3,000 tech jobs and grow a home-grown defence industry.
National News · EconomyPSP Opens 2025 Algarve Recruitment: Paid Training and Guaranteed Coastal Posts
Apply for PSP’s 2025 Algarve intake before 23 Dec to secure paid training, €1 930 starting salary, IRS Jovem tax breaks and a permanent coastal police career.
Economy · EnvironmentBarroso Lithium Mine Gains Fast-Track Status and Fresh EU Funds
Barroso lithium mine earns EU strategic status, fast-tracks permits and taps new funding. Discover how Portugal bolsters its EV battery supply chain and jobs.
Tourism · EconomyEU Package Rules Bring 14-Day Refunds, Insolvency Cover for Portugal Travellers
New EU package holiday rules guarantee 14-day refunds, robust insolvency cover and quick complaint responses for travellers in Portugal. Learn what changes.