The PS says the new governance model for the Lusa news agency amounts to an attack on its independence and accuses the Government of seeking to dictate to the Assembly of the Republic, determining how it takes part in external bodies. 'We are faced with a clear attack on the independence of the Lusa Agency, and it is not the Government that rules over ...'
PS accuses Government of an attack on Lusa's independence
Wednesday, 28 January 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The government is amending the statutes of Lusa, Portugal's national news agency, to make the organization more professional and less influenced by political shifts. It is the primary source for breaking news and official reports, providing content to media outlets across the country. Those following local news should note that Lusa is often the first to report on government announcements and legislative changes.
