Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Tech · PoliticsGirls in Portugal's STEM training now receive €305 monthly stipends (triple the previous amount). Learn about funding, mentorship, and how this affects apprenticeships.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal faces fiscal crunch as PRR reprogramming costs €456M. Track how €13.1B recovery spending, budget deficit risks, and August 2026 deadline affect residents.
Politics · EconomyPortugal's proposed labour reforms would expand fixed-term contracts and unpaid overtime. Learn how the changes could affect your employment rights and what's next.
Politics · National NewsPortuguese workers at Lajes Air Base demand structural wage settlement as unions urge government to use current geopolitical leverage with the U.S. military presence for better terms.
Politics · EconomyTrump's NATO threats prompt Europe to ramp up defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035. What it means for residents in Portugal and the transatlantic alliance's future.
Politics · National NewsSocialist Party approves new National Secretariat and National Political Commission with 90% support. Internal elections set for June with Lisbon mayoral race ahead.
National News · PoliticsThree teenagers arrested for armed robberies near Colombo Shopping Centre in Lisbon. Learn about the arrests, crime trends, and safety tips for residents.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's prisons hit 103% capacity for first time in 6 years. How overcrowding and police accountability affect residents and public safety.
Health · PoliticsFormer health minister warns Portugal Air Force lacks 40 pilots needed for 24/7 emergency helicopter coverage. What this means for you.