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Opposition parties are calling for “transparency” and want to know the reasons behind the non-renewal of Rita Rato and Francisco Frazão. The PS questions whether this decision is a “quid pro quo” for Chega following public criticism made by a municipal deputy regarding the Teatro do Bairro Alto.
A discreet meeting between Moedas and Ventura in Belém, the Chega party enabling the Lisbon City Council's rules and budget, and a political appointment for the girlfriend of a party councillor. However, an RTP report revealed that Mafalda Livermore is linked to clandestine rental schemes and fraud allegations involving immigrants. Dismissal is not enough. Moedas must explain why the girlfriend of the supporting councillor, given this dismal track record, was appointed to a municipal position. The mayor fails to meet even the minimum standards in his distribution of political favours.
Opposition parties unite in their criticism of Moedas' decision. The PS raises the issue of a 'quid pro quo', the PCP speaks of 'opportunistic deals', and the BE views the situation as 'a stain on Moedas' mandate'.
Mafalda Guerra, a Chega activist, was dismissed following an RTP investigation that uncovered her properties being utilized as illegal housing for immigrants in Lisbon. The report raised significant concerns regarding the legality of the rentals and the implications for immigrant communities.
The establishment of the future airport further west would also allow for the concentration of infrastructure on public land currently designated for military and aviation uses, say the signatories.
The proposal from the executive was unanimously approved in a Municipal Chamber meeting.
The issue concerns the programme in which the Lisbon City Council is a tenant and subsequently sublets the properties through the Affordable Rent Programme.
The motion was rejected with 10 votes against, from councillors of PSD, CDS-PP, IL, Chega, and an independent councillor.
The Lisbon City Council is currently undertaking work to stabilize the slope in the Graça area after a landslide caused by bad weather, which continues to necessitate the relocation of residents, revealed the councillor for Works. Joana Baptista stated that they are already on site conducting topographic surveys and geological tests, and moving forward with a design/construction procedure for slope stabilization and water drainage. The councillor spoke during a meeting of the Lisbon Municipal Assembly, addressing questions from PEV and BE deputies regarding the landslide and the preventive evacuation of buildings. On February 10, a landslide was recorded in the Graça parish, leading to the evacuation of seven people from three buildings on Rua Damasceno Monteiro as a precautionary measure. According to Joana Baptista, the slope in question is between Rua Damasceno Monteiro and Travessa Terras do Monte, which has a significant area and has previously been addressed by the Lisbon City Council in 2010 and 2017 for consolidation and stabilization. Due to recent adverse weather conditions, another landslide occurred in an area that had not yet been intervened. All residents have been duly informed, and those who were relocated will have to remain so, as the houses still do not meet safety conditions. The outdoor areas of Rua Damasceno Monteiro will also remain closed for now. A major project is underway for the coming months. In this context, BE presented a recommendation for the council to take immediate measures for slope stabilization and containment, which was approved with votes against from IL and CDS-PP. Regarding the impacts of bad weather in the city, Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas stated that damage assessments are still being conducted but expects to present this information on Thursday, estimating damages in the millions of euros and emphasizing that the central government must respond. Moedas noted that recent storms caused over 2,000 incidents in the city, highlighting the need to intervene in over 200 streets to fill potholes and emphasizing the General Plan of Lisbon to minimize flood risks. The PS inquired about urban hygiene reforms, as the council plans to extend inter-administrative contracts until December 31, 2026, despite Moedas' management considering the delegation of powers to parish councils as the source of problems. The PSD mayor responded that a transition period is necessary, stating that from 2025, waste collection around eco-islands will be ensured by the City Council. The municipal group of IL questioned the Lisbon Without Wires programme, aimed at removing dead cables from facades and poles, with Urbanism councillor Vasco Moreira Rato revealing that 330 buildings have been intervened and about 37 kilometres of cables removed, with work continuing in the Baixa area and other neighbourhoods throughout the year.
“The city has been experiencing a dramatic housing situation for a long time,” states the document signed by João Ferreira.
CP plans to expand one of the suburban connections from central Lisbon to Malveira, eliminating the need for transfers at Meleças and improving service on the Oeste Line. However, the damage from storms is delaying the training of drivers. Additionally, IP has identified six municipalities with sections where there have been landslides and instability on the tracks.
The article critiques Carlos Moedas for his political maneuvers, particularly his secretive agreement with the far-right party Chega, which contradicts his public image as a reformist. It highlights the lack of transparency in his dealings and the implications for his governance in Lisbon, emphasizing that he can no longer blame external factors for inaction. The piece calls for Moedas to focus on effective governance rather than personal political ambitions, as he now holds a majority that was not directly granted by the electorate.
The ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption outside establishments in Lisbon, effective from 11 PM Sunday to Thursday, begins this Saturday, February 14, to combat noise and protect residents' right to rest. This specific schedule for the sale of drinks was approved a month ago by the Lisbon City Council and will apply citywide. The new measure prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages for outdoor consumption from 11 PM to 8 AM on weekdays, and from midnight to 8 AM on weekends and holidays. Exceptions include consumption inside establishments and licensed outdoor seating areas. Violations can result in fines ranging from €150 to €1,000 for individuals and €350 to €3,000 for businesses. The measure aims to ensure residents' right to rest, particularly in residential areas with high nightlife activity.
With the complaint to the Public Prosecutor's Office, the PS councillors aim for the “restoration of urban legality, including the possible declaration of nullity of the decision.”
The president of the Lisbon City Council, Carlos Moedas, warns of worsening weather conditions starting from midnight this Thursday until Sunday, with forecasts of rain and wind, urging Lisbon residents to avoid unnecessary travel and parking in riverside areas.
Commander Paulo Santos urges the population to stay at home due to flooding already affecting Oeiras after the Laje stream overflowed and flooded the streets of the municipal park. In urban areas, he explains, the watersheds are “completely sealed, and the water ends up flowing very quickly.”
Man admitted to hospital reacted violently when he learned he would be discharged and returned to the prison in Sintra.
There were 27,653 voters registered for advance mobile voting in the capital, to vote at 118 polling stations at the University of Lisbon. Over 90% of those registered went to the polls last Sunday.
CNN Portugal spent time inside CODU, INEM’s medical call centre in Lisbon and found a centre under sustained pressure where high call volumes demand rapid, accurate triage and careful deployment of ambulances and other rescue resources. The report examines how operators prioritise calls, the protocols guiding decision-making, and the operational strain of matching limited resources to urgent needs.
PSD MP Miguel Guimarães welcomed the announcement to purchase 245 ambulances, saying it will allow INEM to increase its response capacity across multiple locations, notably Greater Lisbon and Setúbal. Analytically, the investment should improve coverage and potentially reduce response times in high-demand areas, but its effectiveness will depend on deployment strategy, crew availability and integration with existing emergency services. Close monitoring of allocation and operational metrics will be required to ensure the intended gains in emergency healthcare delivery are realised.
Lisbon's municipal authority has proposed banning alcohol consumption in public streets from 11pm, with proposed fines of up to €3,000 that could also be applied to establishments. Framed as a measure to reduce nuisance and improve public safety, the proposal raises questions about enforceability, proportionality and the potential economic impact on nightlife and hospitality. Separately, Le Monde reports Emmanuel Macron accusing Donald Trump of 'breaking with international rules', underscoring a parallel debate about norms and accountability on the international stage.
The PSP (Public Security Police) have identified around 30 people after shots were fired with prohibited weapons in Lisbon. A targeted operation — involving Rapid Intervention Teams and Traffic Division units — ran from 22:00 Friday to 02:00 Saturday; no incidents were recorded and no arrests were made. Enquiries and investigations remain ongoing as police follow up on those linked to the discharges.
At 18:00, the Chega party lodged a formal complaint reporting incidents of shots fired using prohibited weapons in Lisbon.
An IPMA yellow warning is in force this Friday for eight districts — Guarda, Castelo Branco, Coimbra, Leiria, Lisbon, Setúbal, Beja and Faro — calling for increased public caution due to adverse conditions that could affect travel, outdoor activities and local services. At the same time eight presidential candidates will convene in Lisbon for a radio debate, an event whose logistics and audience turnout may be influenced by the weather alert; organisers and the public are advised to monitor forecasts and prioritise safety while ensuring the debate proceeds with contingency plans for any disruptions. The overlap of a national weather warning and a key campaign event underscores the practical intersection of public safety and electoral logistics.
