Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
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?
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's GDP is set to grow 2.2% in 2026 on wage hikes and tax cuts, then cool to 1.8% in 2027. Discover how the forecast affects residents and expats.
Transportation · PoliticsLisbon Metro slows this afternoon; full 11 Dec strike could halt service all day. Allow extra travel time, use park-and-ride options, and follow CP app alerts for updates.
Politics · EconomyHalf of Portugal’s workforce will strike on 11 December, disrupting metros, hospitals and schools nationwide. Residents: see which services run and prepare now.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal’s labour reform raises the minimum wage to €870, introduces flexible schedules, extends parental leave and reshapes telework rules, impacting workers.
Economy · PoliticsSee how Portugal housing tax cuts, 6% VAT and fast online permits could lower home costs, expand rentals and ease the market for families nationwide by 2029.
National News · PoliticsOver 25% of Portugal’s mixed-ability classes exceed legal limits, leaving students without support; families and unions demand more resources.
Immigration · PoliticsPortugal’s security sweep screened 5,000 people, incl. 2,228 foreigners. What expats in Portugal need to know.
Health · PoliticsDiscover how Portugal’s Bloco de Esquerda aims to overhaul the SNS, hire more nurses, cut waiting times and stop stealth privatization—learn what’s at stake.