Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · EconomyPortugal accelerates evictions to 2 months and removes rent price caps. Learn how the new housing reform affects tenants, renters, and your Portugal rental rights.
Politics · National NewsLisbon's billboard seizure reveals conflicting rules: political parties may bypass municipal permits that apply to everyone else, creating liability gaps and accessibility risks for residents.
Culture · PoliticsOver 1,000 Portuguese artists challenge new teaching rules requiring research credentials. Letter to Education Ministry on July 27 could reshape art school jobs.
Environment · PoliticsEU audit exposes Portugal's PRR grants funding quick fixes over deep retrofits. Learn why renovations failed to cut energy costs effectively.
National News · PoliticsPortugal's strengthened legal protections for deceased persons' images now carry criminal and data protection penalties. Learn what families can do.
Immigration · PoliticsEU suspends visa facilitations for Guinea-Conakry over readmission disputes. Applications now take 45 days, €90 fees apply to all, multiple-entry visas banned.
Politics · National NewsPortugal reshapes university governance with rector elections, polytechnic upgrades, and new merger rules. Key changes for students and international residents explained.
Environment · PoliticsNightly shutoffs grip Almada through July. Ombudsman investigates. Residents may seek compensation. Here's what you need to do.
National News · PoliticsCascais man detained without bail after choking and beating girlfriend. How Portugal's tougher domestic violence laws protect victims—resources inside.