Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · TransportationPortugal approves nationwide free public transport for war veterans, removing 32km limits. Surviving spouses included. Implementation pending 2027 budget.
National News · PoliticsOver 20 arrests in Portugal in separate police operations involving drug trafficking, illegal weapons, and violent crimes. Updates on enforcement activity across the country.
National News · PoliticsPortugal revises education law for gifted students. Families demand mandatory screening, teacher training, and support by 2026. What parents need to know.
Politics · National NewsDrug evidence from major cocaine bust found at minister's contractor friend's firm. €2M in PJ contracts under scrutiny. Coalition government stability at risk.
National News · PoliticsPhysics-Chemistry exam error hit 12,603 students in Portugal's first digital grading. Check deadlines for reviews, September retakes, and university admissions.
Economy · PoliticsUS-Iran conflict closes Hormuz Strait, blocking 20% of world oil. Portugal faces potential fuel price surge and supply disruption. Latest updates.
Environment · PoliticsPrivate Comenda estate claims five Arrábida beaches. 15,000+ residents petition Parliament to block privatization. Public access rights at stake near Setúbal in 2025.
National News · PoliticsPortugal's digital exam platform failed affecting 166,000 students. 9th-grade results delayed until Monday. University application deadlines unchanged. What you need to know.
National News · Politics166,000 students affected by grading errors in Portugal's first digital exam rollout. Get corrected results, re-evaluation deadlines, and university application protections.