Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsEU Rule of Law report documents governance concerns at Portugal's Lusa news agency. Journalists and unions question editorial independence under new statutes.
National News · PoliticsViolent crime in Aveiro jumped 7.8% in 2025. Learn how it affects Oliveira de Azeméis and what new municipal police changes mean for your safety.
National News · PoliticsPortugal exam chaos leaves students with missing grades days before university applications close. Learn appeal deadlines, fees, and your next steps here.
Politics · National NewsLuísa Neto takes helm of Portugal Ombudsman Office with plan to challenge systemic failures and strengthen protection of residents' rights and benefits.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's ERC fines TVI, CNN, CMTV up to €150,000 each for airing anti-abortion ad disguised as commercial content. Spot misled minors about legal abortion rights.
Tech · PoliticsAntónio Guterres warns AI risks becoming monopoly of rich nations as China launches Waico governance body with 29 countries. What it means for Portugal's tech sector and businesses.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's Parliament unanimously strips Chega deputy Rita Matias of immunity for sharing children's names online. Faces charges of hate speech and defamation, up to 5 years in prison.
Politics · National News8,000+ researchers in Portugal lack labor rights despite 2024 law promising employment. Discover what this means for your career and residency status.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's constitutional revision could strip voting rights from foreign residents and limit naturalized citizens from top roles. Key details on what's at stake for non-Portuguese nationals.