The parish of Guimarães where children vote
In one of the three polling stations run by the Union of Parishes of Oliveira, children vote on the transport they use to get to school, on school meals and on sport — or even on superheroes.
High-speed rail: Barreiro is not a periphery, it's strategy
Locating a high-speed rail station in Barreiro should be viewed not as a political concession but as a strategic, evidence-led decision in national spatial planning. A station there would strengthen public transport links across the Tagus, rebalance regional development, integrate the south bank into the Alta Velocidade network and deliver long‑term economic and mobility benefits that align with coherent infrastructure and urban‑planning objectives.
Transport operators' association expresses solidarity with TVDE drivers planning to protest next week
The association says that 'TVDE drivers' earnings are insufficient and have been steadily deteriorating.'
TVDE drivers to strike over 'lack of regulation'
Across the country, drivers for the Uber and Bolt platforms will take turns switching off their apps between 19 and 24 January. Self-employed workers are calling for the sector's legislation to be reviewed.
TVDE drivers to protest next week, disruptions expected for Uber and Bolt journeys
The protest will take place from Monday until 24 January, between 07:00 and 10:00. TVDE drivers (individual paid passenger transport in unmarked vehicles booked via an electronic platform) will go offline on Uber on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and on Bolt on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Woman killed after being struck by a train on the Douro Line in Alfena. Services have now resumed
Ermesinde firefighters were mobilised to the scene.
Gouveia e Melo has no regrets about his campaign style and says he was the only one to put his finger on the sore spot
The presidential candidate spoke to journalists on a train journey between Cascais and Cais do Sodré in Lisbon — a route he says he used to take every day when he was young.
Gouveia e Melo believes he will board the second-round train 'in the front carriage'
Henrique Gouveia e Melo is campaigning on what he called the 'train of hope', between Cascais and Cais do Sodré — the route the candidate used to take daily when he was young.
Porto: Metro services disrupted by maintenance strike
A stoppage at the maintenance contractor has led to cancellations on several lines and requires single-unit trains to replace double-unit trains. The Metro expects a gradual return to normal from the end of January.
TVDE drivers plan app‑switch action during morning peaks
Private‑hire drivers plan to alternate switching off Uber and Bolt apps during morning peak hours between 19 and 24 January in a protest organised by the Somos TVDE civic movement. Organisers say drivers will still be free to work but will turn off one platform at a time to disrupt supply and press for clearer regulation; they accuse the platforms of operating like sector employers. Commuters and those booking rides in peak mornings next week should expect possible delays or reduced availability.
TVDE refers to app‑based private‑hire ride services; the acronym stands for Transporte em Veículos Descaracterizados a partir de Plataforma Eletrónica and covers drivers working for platforms like Uber and Bolt. Drivers are using temporary app shutdowns as a protest over what they say is inadequate regulation and working conditions, so commuters who rely on ride‑hailing during peak hours should expect possible service disruptions next week.
Somos TVDE (We Are TVDE) is a civic movement and drivers’ organisation representing TVDE drivers that organises collective actions and campaigns for stronger regulation, better pay and working conditions. It is coordinating the alternating shutdowns of Uber and Bolt apps in morning peak hours, so those using app‑based taxis should be aware of potential reduced availability and plan alternatives.
Awaiting repairs for years, the broken floor at Campo Grande terminal is a hazard
The damaged surface causes almost daily falls, some of them serious. At the terminal, a shelter has been destroyed since it was struck by a bus in August 2023. Passengers criticise the poor conditions.
Porto metro faces service restrictions due to strike at maintenance provider
The effects of the strike may still be felt for a few more days.
Ghost trains
Train travel has become a nightmare because of the number of passengers and the difficulty of getting a seat on Intercidades trains, which require a mandatory seat reservation.
Traffic restrictions on IC19 from 16 to 18 January
Traffic will be restricted on the IC19 between 16 and 18 January.
Avenida D. Carlos I in Porto closed from 7:00pm
The Porto district is under a yellow warning from 09:00 this Thursday until 18:00 due to heavy, persistent rain. Traffic will be allowed as soon as “sea conditions permit”.
Carlos Humberto Carvalho heads Lisbon Metropolitan Transport
Carlos Humberto Carvalho has been appointed to lead Transportes Metropolitanos de Lisboa (Lisbon Metropolitan Transport).
Electric vehicles: €20 million grant scheme running until March
Anyone who buys a light passenger car costing up to €38,500 can receive up to €5,000 in support. For bicycles, support ranges from €500 to €1,500.
Guimarães wants a link to Taipas via metrobus during the current municipal term
The Infrastructure Minister says the Government is studying a financing model. The local council will start a preliminary study next week and wants to take control of the EN-101 to speed up delivery.
CGTP marches in Lisbon against labour package
Under the slogan “demand the withdrawal of the labour package”, the demonstration set off at 14:55 from Luís de Camões Square and finishes at the Assembly of the Republic in Lisbon.
DIGI accuses Lisbon Metro of not allowing 'two boxes the size of two A4 sheets at each station'
The operator explains why it does not have network coverage in the Lisbon Metro, unlike in the Porto Metro. It also announces it will not change the prices of its services.
Abrantes train: €2.2 million for removal of level crossing on EN118
In Abrantes' historic centre, the removal of the level crossing at Coalhos is under way, in the Rossio ao Sul do Tejo area on the Beira Baixa Line. Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) has announced the work is scheduled for completion by the end of this year.
Abrantes: €2.2 million for removal of level crossing on EN 118
In the historic centre of Abrantes the removal of the level crossing in Coalhos is proceeding, in the Rossio ao Sul do Tejo area on the Linha da Beira Baixa. Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) has announced the work is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year.
CP considers adjustments to the rail pass to correct 'ghost trips' on Intercidades services
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is weighing changes to a recent rail pass after operators say more than 50,000 monthly users are increasing demand on regional services and Intercidades trains. The operator cites so-called “ghost trips” — journeys that distort load figures — together with roughly 20% of its fleet temporarily sidelined, creating capacity pressure and service disruption. CP is considering adjustments to the pass to better manage demand, reduce distorted ridership patterns and relieve stress on constrained Intercidades services.
