Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsPortugal's criminal investigation unit faces scrutiny: 12,000+ cases pending over 5 years, missing tech systems since 2014. What this means for justice seekers.
Politics · EconomyEU approves €90B loan to Ukraine with major implications for Portuguese taxpayers, defense sector jobs, and EU budget priorities. Hungarian political shift accelerates approval.
National News · PoliticsEstonian drug trafficking suspect arrested in Lisbon under European warrant. Inside the Telegram-based operation and EU cross-border policing.
Politics · National NewsLeiria storm recovery crisis: Parliament confirms only 179 of 9,200 reconstruction aid applications paid by April 2026. Learn recovery timelines and what residents can expect.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's urban police force sees major renewal: 900 officers retire, 1,400 new recruits arrive in 2026. Entry salaries up 43% since 2023 to €1,704/month.
Politics · National NewsSingle mothers in Portugal lose child benefits for working overtime or moving home due to rigid income rules. PSU reform aims to fix this by mid-2026.
Politics · National NewsMIT plasma physicist Nuno Loureiro from Portugal murdered in Massachusetts. FBI probes 10+ deaths of scientists with classified access. What Portuguese researchers should know.
Politics · EconomyPortugal's second-largest union votes tomorrow on labor law overhaul affecting contract terms, dismissal rights, and job security for all workers in the country.
Politics · CultureJoin Porto's Europe Day festivities May 9-15. Discover 40 years of EU transformation, live concerts, conferences, and free cultural events celebrating Portugal's European journey.