The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Portuguese Refugee Council (Conselho Português para os Refugiados or CPR) have criticized a government proposal regarding the return of foreign nationals. The bill, which faces parliamentary debate, maintains a 360-day detention limit but introduces new coercive measures like bail, which critics argue violates international standards.
UNHCR and Refugee Council oppose new foreign return bill
Tuesday, 12 May 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
The Criminal Procedure Code (Código de Processo Penal or CPP) is the set of laws governing how criminal investigations and trials are conducted in Portugal. The proposed changes to this code aim to regulate detention periods and introduce alternative measures, such as bail (caução) or open-regime placement, to manage suspects before a final verdict.
