Monthly fees at care homes soar due to labour shortages

Material and labour costs stall construction. Public works fall 41% at the start of the year

High material prices and a lack of labour are threatening growth in the construction sector, according to a report by Crédito y Caución. The credit insurer warns that these two factors have a strong impact on profit margins and delivery deadlines. Regarding the issue of tariffs and...

Viagens de aventura são fundamentais para o turismo, apesar da incerteza geopolítica | Euronews

The article discusses Portugal's construction industry leveraging a “green card” immigration pathway to address labor shortages. Despite global uncertainties, adventure travel remains vital for tourism, highlighting resilience in the sector. Additionally, the piece touches on broader economic issues, such as soaring oil prices and geopolitical tensions, which impact tourism and business environments in Portugal.

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Storm Kristin threatens to cause inflation and shortages of materials and labour in construction

Besides the urgent need for construction materials, Fernando Santo, former president of the Order of Engineers, says “a lot of labour will be needed for months.” The construction sector says it is willing to co-operate.

Traditional cuisine sacrificed for more profitable alternatives

The restaurant sector in Portugal is experiencing difficulties. Several factors are contributing: rising costs of raw materials, a shortage of labour, a heavy tax burden and a decline in Portuguese purchasing power.

Your favourite restaurant may be at risk: a 'serious crisis' has set in

The restaurant industry is experiencing a crisis. Daniel Serra of Pro.Var — the National Association of Restaurants — explains how 2025 was a “tragic” year for the sector, with sharp rises in the prices of raw materials. In addition, there are difficulties recruiting labour, especially immigrant workers. “Just yesterday [Wednesday] I saw a restaurant close because it had no staff,” he said.