The Public Prosecutor's recent investigation into lunches at the Oeiras City Council seems to me one of those oddities where scruples abound and common sense is in short supply. Opinion by João Miguel Tavares
Isaltino eats too much or is it the justice system that is very hungry?
Saturday, 28 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.
