The Government revealed today, in Leiria, that the reconstruction of schools will be based on a common construction model, supported by the example of countries exposed to 200-kilometre winds, ensuring their resistance.
School reconstruction will be based on a model that withstands cyclonic winds
Friday, 27 March 2026RSS
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Fernando Alexandre is the Minister of Education, Science, and Innovation in Portugal's current government, which took office in April 2024. An economist by training, he previously served as a Secretary of State and is now responsible for managing the national school system and university funding. He recently sparked debate by suggesting that university tuition fees should be adjusted to account for inflation.
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- Minister says school reconstruction after storm damage will be based on a model that withstands cyclonic winds7:38pm, 27 Mar 2026 • Correio da Manhã
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