Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Health · PoliticsPortugal's Finance Inspectorate launches 2027 audit of INEM following damning 2025 report on mismanagement. What reforms mean for your 112 emergency response.
Economy · PoliticsNew EU-US trade deal imposes 15% tariffs on European goods, costing Portugal €300M+ annually. Thousands of textile and wine jobs at risk in Northern Portugal.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's new energy law protects vulnerable households from shutoffs and introduces price caps during crises. Learn what changes for your bills and who qualifies.
Politics · National NewsPortuguese aid worker attacked by settlers in West Bank. PM demands justice as UN reports 36,000 Palestinians displaced. What residents need to know.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal raises gas subsidy to €25 and approves €0.10/liter diesel rebates as fuel prices spike 11% in one week. Find out who qualifies and when to apply.
Politics · National NewsParliament votes Friday on proposals reversing Portugal's 2018 gender recognition law. What trans and intersex residents need to know about the landmark decision.
Environment · PoliticsPorto authorities commit to clearing deteriorating Ourigo beach structure before summer 2026. Learn about the €1.7M dispute and coastal renovation timeline.
Economy · PoliticsTotalEnergies resumes Mozambique LNG construction after 5-year halt. Learn how this €17.5B megaproject affects Portugal's energy security and European gas supplies.
Politics · National NewsPortugal Parliament votes Friday on proposals to reverse 2018 transgender rights law. Medical experts warn of human rights rollback affecting residents' legal protections.