Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsPortugal will add 8,000 troops and deploy medium- and high-altitude air-defence batteries by 2025 as defence spending hits 2 % of GDP. Discover the impact.
National News · EconomyApply 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.
Politics · National NewsPortugal lowers entry age to 18 and raises cap to 35 for prison-guard recruits, offering full overtime pay and faster hiring; applications open this spring.
Politics · National NewsAfter leaked wiretaps from Portugal’s Operation Influencer, PS’s José Luís Carneiro denies influence-peddling in state hiring. What’s at stake for public jobs?
National News · CulturePortugal will equip 1,487 primary schools with libraries by 2027, tackling literacy gaps for 90,000 pupils, giving teachers tools to boost reading. Learn more.
National News · PoliticsOver 25% of Portugal’s mixed-ability classes exceed legal limits, leaving students without support; families and unions demand more resources.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s Christmas food drive collected 2,150 tonnes, 2.8 % less than 2023, leaving 250 000 meals unfunded. Donate a voucher online by 7 Dec to help feed 380 000 people.
Economy · National NewsPortugal’s final 2025 IMI property tax instalment is due 2 December. Pay online, MB Way or multibanco to avoid interest, fines and asset seizure. Check exemptions.
National News · PoliticsPortugal abuse survivors decry the secretive Church compensation delays, urging transparency, independent oversight and swift, fair reparations for victims.