Tracking national news for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsConstitutional Court annuls Daniel Adrião's PS expulsion, but party disputes reinstatement requirements. Legal standoff tests Portugal's rule of law and party governance.
National News · PoliticsAzores police arrest 57-year-old with 58 cannabis plants, linked to family busted with 42,000 hashish doses. What the crackdown means for island residents.
Politics · National NewsPorto City Hall raises rainbow flag May 17 in defiance of national ban on LGBTQIA+ symbols at government buildings. How the new law affects trans rights in Portugal.
Environment · National NewsPortugal intensifies enforcement against unauthorized agricultural burns. Learn the fines, legal obligations, and safety protocols that protect your land and avoid criminal charges.
Transportation · National News74-year-old dies in EM 507 crash near Chaves. What northern Portugal drivers need to know about rural road risks and safety measures.
Economy · National NewsBCP pays €0.0344 dividend June 3, 2026. Learn how Portuguese tax rates (28% or 19.6% in Azores/Madeira) affect net returns and payment timelines.
Economy · National NewsDiscover why job-hunting takes months in Portugal while job security is high. Regional gaps, youth rates hit 18.1%, and what residents need to know now.
Economy · National NewsOnly 14.7% of Portuguese homes are compact apartments, forcing young buyers to pay €219,000+ while larger units dominate supply. Navigate the housing crisis today.
Economy · National NewsNew CCP president promises assertive lobbying on wages, tax breaks, and labor flexibility for Portugal's 1.2 million retail and service workers facing economic headwinds.