Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · PoliticsEU-Mercosur trade deal could boost Portuguese exports and profits but squeeze family farms. Get the latest forecasts, key deadlines and steps companies should take now.
Sports · PoliticsLeiria’s League Cup Final saw a strict security crackdown as flares and drunk fans were barred—find out how Portuguese football is tightening match-day rules.
Transportation · PoliticsOver 55,000 travellers in Portugal faced Ryanair Christmas delays—learn how to claim up to €600 under EU 261/2004 via the new ATC complaints portal before the deadline.
Health · PoliticsPortugal upgrades its 112 service with 275 new ambulances and a 5-tier triage system to cut response times by summer. Find out how this impacts residents.
Economy · PoliticsIn 2026, Portuguese homebuyers may see single-digit price growth, 6% VAT on new builds and state-backed mortgages. Learn how new tax and credit breaks cut costs.
Politics · EconomyPolice raid on Setúbal City Hall over €200K in mayoral travel and credit-card claims puts municipal projects, services and residents’ wallets under scrutiny.
National News · PoliticsLower height bar and higher age limit spark record 4,027 applications to Portugal’s PSP. Find out how the changes could ease officer shortages in your area.
Politics · National NewsPortugal rules out combat deployment of its troops in Ukraine, planning a post-war peace mission pending ceasefire and UN mandate, using air, naval and training teams.
Politics · HealthPresidential contender Jorge Pinto blasts year-long delay in delivering 275 INEM ambulances and demands Health Minister Ana Paula Martins resign. Govt scrambles.