Mayors report significant funding gaps for schools and student meals

A study by the University of Minho reveals that 72% of mayors (autarcas) believe central government funding is insufficient to cover the costs of non-teaching school staff. The research also found that 64% of municipalities face a deficit of at least 20% for school meals (apoio alimentar). The Minister of Territorial Cohesion acknowledged the shortfall and suggested a revision of the local finance law (Lei das Finanças Locais) to address the imbalance.