The former Socialist Secretary of State has been summoned by the Public Prosecutor's Office for six financial infractions committed with negligence. The decision may be contested.
Justice system seeks 15,000 euro fine for Marco Capitão Ferreira over management of idD Portugal Defence
Wednesday, 18 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The Public Administration (Administração Pública) is Portugal's central, regional and local government bodies and the public-sector workforce that deliver services like healthcare, education and municipal functions. A pay rise announced on 20 February 2026 raised the state's base public-sector salary to €934.99 with retroactive payments back to January 2026, so employees and those who contract with state bodies should expect updated payrolls and potential budget effects.
