Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · PoliticsOver six New-Year days in Portugal, drink-driving left 13 dead and led to 470 arrests. Learn what lower BAC limits and tougher penalties could mean for motorists in 2026.
Politics · National NewsPresidential hopeful Henrique Gouveia e Melo pledges to slash Portugal’s two-year court delays, boost police ranks and reduce violent crime if elected in 2026.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover how 40 years of EU membership reshaped Portugal—€197B in funds, exports at 90%, and what Portugal 2030 plus the 2026 integration plan mean for residents today
Politics · ImmigrationUN intensifies pressure on Guinea-Bissau’s junta to free political detainees—a step vital to preserve Portuguese aid, remittances and stem irregular migration.
Politics · ImmigrationLisbon’s Patriarch urges Portugal to rethink a €3 billion defense boost and tighter migration rules—arguing arms build-ups and border curbs breed fear. Read the full debate.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal raises IMI construction benchmark to €570/m²—€712.5 incl. land—effective 2026. Learn how this could increase residents' property tax bills next year.
Politics · EconomyFrom 2025, Portugal's new media transparency rules will reveal state ad revenues, foreign funding and directors' political ties. Submit comments by January 15.
Economy · PoliticsFrom 1 January, Portugal's minimum wage rises to €870 gross, meal vouchers go up and overtime enjoys tax relief—check your January payslip to confirm the 2024 boosts.
Economy · PoliticsDiscover what Portugal’s 2.1% budget surplus and public-sector wage rises mean for taxes, mortgage rates and cost of living in 2025, plus policy deadlines.