The Minister of the Presidency says that the time when the incumbent government could do whatever it wanted with the news agency has ended.
Minister Leitão Amaro defends a much stronger and de-governmentalised Lusa
Tuesday, 10 March 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.
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Other news coverage of this topic
- Leitão Amaro does not want to change the regulatory structure6:55am, 11 Mar 2026 • Observador
- Minister Leitão Amaro does not want to change the media regulatory structure6:07am, 11 Mar 2026 • RTP Notícias
- "I do not want Lusa in the hands of a new Sócrates," says Minister of the Presidency6:03am, 11 Mar 2026 • RTP Notícias
- Minister of the Presidency insists on the merger of Lusa and RTP12:43am, 11 Mar 2026 • RTP Notícias
- Leitão Amaro: "A much stronger Lusa is needed"11:52pm, 10 Mar 2026 • Observador
- "José Sócrates does not want the trial to move forward." Therefore, "he must be censured"11:38pm, 10 Mar 2026 • CNN Portugal







