The Socialist Party (PS) has asked that Agriculture Minister José Manuel Fernandes be summoned to the Assembly of the Republic after a video surfaced in which he appears to urge environmental authorities to 'not comply with the law'. PS says the comments constitute 'illegitimate pressure' on environmental bodies, reflect a dangerous government denialist stance and raise concerns that legislative or regulatory changes might be pursued to legitimise contested projects.
PS calls for Agriculture Minister to be heard over ‘illegitimate pressure’ on environmental bodies
Saturday, 24 January 2026RSS

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- PS requests a hearing for the Minister of Agriculture over 'illegitimate pressure' on environmental organisations9:03pm, 24 Jan 2026 • Diário de Notícias
- Socialist Party accuses Agriculture Minister of 'illegitimate pressure' on environmental organisations8:43pm, 24 Jan 2026 • Público
- Pressure on ICNF continues; minister called for urgent hearing in parliament8:29pm, 24 Jan 2026 • Portugal Resident
- Socialist Party calls Agriculture Minister to Parliament over 'pressure'8:02pm, 24 Jan 2026 • Observador
- PS calls for Agriculture Minister to be summoned for a hearing over 'illegitimate pressure' on environmental organisations7:56pm, 24 Jan 2026 • Correio da Manhã







