Odemira

Luís Neves controversy: Invoices show payment irregularities

Minister Luís Neves claimed that payments for the renovation work on his Odemira house were made in cash. However, the law sets limits on cash payments which appear to have been exceeded.

Construbarcelos contractor: "An authority does not need to write things down. Respect is enough. I have no paperwork"

The contractor from Construbarcelos who carried out work for the PJ and at Luís Neves' property in Odemira revealed that the seized trailer was moved to his warehouse without any documentation. João Santos Carvalho confirmed that he offered to store the trailer to help the PJ, stating that no formal paperwork was exchanged. He also addressed the construction of a pool at the property of the current Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, noting that it was a 'sunken tank' and that payments were made by Neves' wife. Luís Neves has denied any favouritism regarding the contracts awarded to Construbarcelos during his time as National Director of the PJ, claiming the company's share of contracts was minimal.

Chega wants Odemira council members at meeting with Luís Neves

In Wednesday's press conference, Luís Neves announced he would request an urgent meeting. The same request had already been made by Chega and refused by the Mayor.

From the trailer to the construction work on the hill in Odemira: the full intervention of Luís Neves in clarification to the country

The Minister of Internal Administration held a press conference this Wednesday to provide explanations regarding the controversies surrounding him.

'Firefighter-midwife' dies at 93

Former driver for the Odemira Volunteer Fire Department was noted for assisting in more than 50 births in ambulances.

Trailer. Luís Neves says decision saved the State money

The Minister of Internal Administration admits he authorised the transfer of the trailer to Barcelos at the suggestion of the PJ's financial director. He will request a meeting with the Odemira City Council to regularise the situation regarding the swimming pool at his home.

From the trailer to the construction work on the hill in Odemira: the full intervention of Luís Neves in clarification to the country

The Minister of Internal Administration held a press conference this Wednesday to provide explanations regarding the controversies surrounding him.

IL considers Luís Neves lacks the authority and trust to remain in Government

The president of the Liberal Initiative stated this Wednesday, July 29, that Luís Neves no longer has the political trust or authority to serve as Minister of Internal Administration and that she will communicate this to the President of the Republic. This position was conveyed by Mariana Leitão to journalists at Parliament, shortly after a press conference held by the minister. The liberal leader described the press conference as 'surreal' and concluded that the minister is politically unfit to remain in office. She argued that he lacks the suitability, authority, trust, and responsibility required for the role, noting that the situation is serious and that the party has requested an urgent audience with the President of the Republic. During his press conference, Luís Neves addressed the hiring of a contractor who had worked for the Judiciary Police to perform renovations on his family property in Odemira, the discovery of chemical drums used in drug manufacturing at that contractor's facilities, and failures in submitting income declarations to the Constitutional Court. Despite admitting errors, Neves refused to resign, stating he remains 'cohesive, empowered, and motivated'. Mariana Leitão criticized the Government and the PSD for being 'completely detached from reality', while other political figures, such as Ventura and Carneiro, also expressed concerns regarding the minister's explanations and called for further parliamentary scrutiny.

Luís Neves admits errors regarding Odemira property and rules out resignation: "I am cohesive, empowered and motivated"

Minister of Internal Administration Luís Neves held a press conference to address controversies surrounding his property in Odemira and his past management as national director of the Judicial Police. Neves denied any wrongdoing, conflicts of interest, or favouritism towards contractors, stating that his decisions were based on good management and cost-saving for the state. He maintained that he was unaware the property was in a protected area and expressed his commitment to continuing in his ministerial role.

Montenegro and Carneiro meet this afternoon regarding controversies involving Luís Neves. Minister to speak at 18:00

The Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, will hold a press conference this Wednesday afternoon, July 29, at 18:00. The official is expected to provide the promised clarifications regarding the various controversies in which he has been involved. In recent days, the minister has repeatedly stated he would provide all necessary explanations. Last Saturday, Luís Neves said he was “absolutely calm” and promised to explain the matter “point by point” at the “appropriate time.” Last week, he had already said the same, guaranteeing that if he felt he did not have the conditions to remain in office, he “would not be here doing my job.” Before the press conference, a meeting will take place at 17:00 at São Bento between the Prime Minister and the Secretary-General of the PS, specifically regarding these controversies. This meeting, held at the Prime Minister's official residence, was requested by PS leader José Luís Carneiro, who said on Tuesday he wanted to hear “clarifications on all the facts” from Luís Montenegro involving the minister. “Depending on those clarifications, I will make a decision on conveying the PS's position to the Prime Minister,” he added. Luís Neves, who served as national director of the PJ between 2018 and 2026, has been embroiled in a controversy related to construction work carried out on his property in Odemira by the company Construbarcelos—which was previously responsible for work at the PJ during his tenure as director—and a trailer seized in a drug trafficking case that was later found at the company's facilities.

Luís Neves to speak about controversies at 6 PM in a press conference

The decision comes after the Minister of Internal Administration received the green light from Luís Montenegro to speak about the cases involving him.

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Fact Check. Did Odemira City Council replace the national flag?

The “news” is circulating on Facebook with a fake graphic that mimics SIC Notícias. The Odemira City Council assures Observador that the claim is “absolutely false”.

Luís Neves failed to declare income between 2018 and 2024

Luís Neves did not submit any declarations regarding bank accounts, land, vehicles, financial investments, or income between 2018 and 2024, according to Nascer do Sol and TVI. The current Minister of Internal Administration was required to submit these declarations within 60 days of taking office as National Director of the Judiciary Police in June 2018. The Constitutional Court stated there are no records of income, interest, or asset declarations for Luís Neves during that period. The first declaration was only filed in 2024 after his reappointment. The minister also omitted his wife's company while serving as PJ director. Chega leader André Ventura announced a parliamentary inquiry into Neves's tenure at the PJ, to which the minister responded that he is fully available to provide clarifications. Neves is also embroiled in controversy regarding construction work on his property in Odemira by a company that previously held contracts with the PJ, and the discovery of a trailer seized in a drug trafficking case at that same company's premises.

Odemira requests documents regarding Luís Neves' construction works

The Chega councillor for the Odemira City Council requested access to 'all documentation' related to Luís Neves' properties, after having requested an extraordinary meeting, which was refused by the PS, AD, and PCP.

Chega councillor in Odemira requests documents regarding construction works by Minister Luís Neves

Manuel Matias, a Chega councillor in Odemira, has requested all documentation concerning urban planning processes related to properties owned by the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, demanding transparency. The Odemira City Council is currently verifying the legality of works carried out at the minister's private property in São Teotónio. The controversy follows reports that the minister hired a construction company for his private renovations that had previously been awarded public contracts by the Judicial Police during his tenure as national director. Minister Luís Neves has denied any wrongdoing, stating he is available to present invoices and will provide further clarifications at the appropriate time. Meanwhile, the Chega party has announced plans to push for a parliamentary inquiry into Luís Neves's time leading the Judicial Police.

"In my own time, I will clarify, point by point, all the issues," guarantees the Minister of Internal Administration, who promises "transparency"

Without providing a date, the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, reiterated this Friday, July 24, that at the “appropriate moment” he will provide all clarifications regarding the controversies involving his property in Odemira and a trailer, seized during an anti-drug trafficking operation, which was found at the facilities of the company Construbarcelos, owned by his contractor friend João Carvalho. Neves asked for respect for his work at the ministry, emphasizing his focus on combating forest fires, and welcomed the Chega party's initiative to launch a parliamentary inquiry into his previous tenure as head of the Judicial Police. Meanwhile, reports indicate that the Judicial Police found no official documentation authorizing the transfer of the seized trailer to the contractor's company, and the Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an independent inquiry into the matter.

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Luís Neves actually owns 50 hectares of land in the Alentejo, most of which was purchased in the last two years

The assets of the Minister of Internal Administration in Odemira are less modest than previously thought

MAI feels "fully legitimised to continue"

With the PJ and the Public Prosecutor's Office investigating the case of the Construbarcelos trailer — the company that carried out work on his property —, the minister guarantees that he does not intend to leave his post.

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Ventura admits parliamentary inquiry into Luís Neves' terms at the PJ

Chega president André Ventura stated on Wednesday, July 22, that there are sufficient grounds for a parliamentary inquiry into the terms of Minister of Internal Administration Luís Neves as head of the Judiciary Police (PJ). Ventura expressed this view ahead of a party meeting, citing concerns over controversies involving construction work on Neves' property by a company that previously held contracts with the PJ, as well as the discovery of a seized trailer at the same company's premises.

The narrow path of Luís Neves

The investigation opened by the Attorney General's Office into a trailer loaded with drug-manufacturing materials—handed over by the PJ to the contractor renovating Luís Neves's estate—has significantly narrowed the path for the Minister of Internal Administration. His continued tenure now requires both factual explanations and political clarification. The case involves allegations of potential abuse of power and misappropriation, as the contractor, a friend of Neves, was also awarded multiple contracts with the Judiciary Police. Questions remain regarding potential conflicts of interest, the legitimacy of the construction work, and the circumstances under which seized evidence was transferred to the contractor's facility.

Minister of Internal Administration says he is gathering documents to explain controversy

The Minister of Internal Administration did not respond to questions regarding the controversy surrounding him, stating that he is gathering the documents he considers important regarding the construction work on his house in Odemira.

Minister of Internal Administration says he is gathering documents to explain controversy

Luís Neves said he is “very focused and motivated” to work at this moment.

Odemira municipality approves Municipal Police regulations

Regulations approved, with negotiations with the Government ahead. Initial investment is around 850,000 euros; the number of officers is yet to be defined, with a cap of 21 to 23 police officers.

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Injured, a 57-year-old man was rescued only with the assistance of an Air Force helicopter.