António José Seguro wins in the municipality with the cheapest new homes
In a municipality with a socialist tradition, Seguro came out on top with 34.85%.
Ventura wins in the municipality with the most homes used as owners' second homes
According to the 2021 Census, there were 8,507 dwellings in Castro Marim and, of these, 58.2% were owners' second homes and only 32.1% served as the owners' usual residence.
Seguro wins in the municipality with the most vacant houses for rent
The municipality of Penela has an area of 134.8 square kilometres, occupying 0.2% of the national territory. In size, it ranks 215th out of Portugal's 308 municipalities.
Without public transport, the housing-access crisis will continue
Patrícia Barão, the new head of the largest association of estate agents, praises the Government's measures but says they were “poorly communicated”. She calls for changes to the law to give landlords more “confidence”.
'We're still without a roof': Orlando left homeless by the fire that hit Albergaria-a-Velha more than a year ago
Orlando Ramalho recalls the prime minister's promise that 'no one was going to be left without a home'. It has yet to be fulfilled.
Eskada: council vows to act if there are disturbances
The nightclub's extended opening hours are on a trial basis and the decision was taken based on reports from the authorities. The council wants to maintain the area's dynamism without compromising tranquillity.
Fires: GNR issued 1,634 reports to entities over three years
Contrary to the decline recorded in reports to municipal councils, the number of citations to private entities rose in 2025 to 294 cases.
CCDR Centro paid €1.6 million for fire-damaged homes
So far, CCDR Centro has made payments to 57 applications (35 in the municipalities of Albergaria-a-Velha and Aveiro) to support the construction, reconstruction or renovation of homes.
Immigration: around 900 immigrants registered to 56 ‘illegal residences’ in Porto
As the government opts to pay Brussels handsomely (€8.4 million) in order NOT to receive 420 asylum seekers, PSP police have delivered their 2025 report on efforts to get to The post Immigration: around 900 immigrants registered to 56 ‘illegal residences’ in Porto appeared first on Portugal Resident.
15:00 — Labour: CGTP demonstration against the labour code
Several presidential candidates attended the demonstration between Largo de Camões and the parliament. Also, Leiria City Council provided almost €410,000 in rental support over the past year.
PS proposes developers cede land for public housing
The Socialist Party (Partido Socialista or PS) in Lisbon is advancing proposals to require private urban-development projects to transfer land to the municipality so it can be used for public housing. Reporting indicates the measure is aimed at increasing the stock of affordable homes in the capital by leveraging development schemes. Those seeking housing in Lisbon should follow council debates — prospective buyers, tenants and developers could be affected if the rule changes land-use obligations.
The Socialist Party (Partido Socialista or PS) is Portugal's main centre‑left, social‑democratic party that has been one of the country’s largest parties and has led national governments since 2015 under António Costa. Its decisions shape taxation, housing, health and immigration policies that directly affect residents and expats living in Portugal.
Public housing (in Portuguese, habitação pública) is housing provided or subsidised by the state or municipalities to make rent or ownership affordable for low‑ and middle‑income households. Requiring developers to transfer land to municipalities frees space for new public housing projects, which can increase supply and ease rental pressure in cities — something those seeking long‑term housing should watch.
Socialist Party (PS)
- Leader: José Luís Carneiro (since June 2025)
- Ideology: Center-left, Social democracy, pro-Europeanism
Portugal's other traditional major party suffered a historic collapse in the 2025 election, dropping from 78 to 58 seats and falling to third place for the first time in democratic history. The party was led by Pedro Nuno Santos from January 2024 until his resignation following the May 2025 defeat. José Luís Carneiro, a 53-year-old former Minister of Internal Administration known for his moderate positioning within the party, was elected unopposed as the new Secretary-General with 95% of votes in June 2025. The Socialist Party governed Portugal from 2015 to 2024, including an absolute majority from 2022 to 2024 under António Costa, who resigned in November 2023 amid a corruption investigation. The PS previously led the innovative "Geringonça" (contraption) coalition government from 2015-2019, a minority government supported by the Left Bloc and Portuguese Communist Party that reversed austerity measures and presided over economic recovery.
PSP identified 56 illegal accommodation units occupied by around 900 foreign nationals in the Porto Metropolitan Area in 2025
Throughout 2025 in the municipalities of the Porto Metropolitan Area (AMP), the PSP identified 56 illegal accommodation units occupied by around 900 foreign nationals, the police national directorate said on Tuesday. In a statement reviewing enforcement actions regarding the residence of foreign nationals on national territory carried out during the year...
Porto: PSP identified 56 illegally occupied dwellings
In a statement, the PSP says that in just over fifty illegal dwellings — many overcrowded and lacking basic hygiene and safety conditions — 900 foreign nationals were identified.
PSP identified 56 illegal accommodation units occupied by 900 foreigners in Porto last year
Sixty-three arrests were made and 167 administrative offences were recorded in the Porto Metropolitan Area.
Demolitions begin at Faro Beach as six families refuse to leave
Demolitions of illegal homes have begun at Praia de Faro, with at least six families still refusing to leave as the government moves ahead with the first phase of its The post Demolitions begin at Faro Beach as six families refuse to leave appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Association criticises Government's housing measures
The association accused the Government of being the 'main driver' of the housing crisis, arguing that the package of measures 'has not resulted in lower prices for renting or buying.'
Tenants accuse Government of being the 'main driver' of the housing crisis
The fiscal measures approved on Friday in Parliament are “unable to halt the escalating spiral of the housing crisis in Portugal, which seems unstoppable”, the Lisbon Tenants' Association (AIL) says in a statement. For the association, “the Government is once again the main driver” of the housing crisis, since the package ...
Sintra City Council promises a home to the family affected by Gabriel's illness
Ana Rita Pinheiro doesn't work so she can care for her five-year-old son, who has cerebral palsy.
Portugal needs to build homes
Home News Portugal needs to build homes Portugal needs to build homes Portugal faces a major housing shortage, which is expected to persist for at least the next decade.
Affordable housing coming to the Algarve
Home News Affordable housing coming to the Algarve Affordable housing coming to the Algarve The Vale da Pipa Residence is an affordable housing project in the municipality of Lagoa, in the Algarve, which can now proceed to the final phase of the subdivision approval process, following the signing
'Back Home': Socialist Party wants to create transitional housing to reduce social institutionalisation
The Socialist Party (PS) will submit a bill titled “Coming Home” to Parliament proposing the creation of transitional residences aimed at reducing social institutionalisation. The policy seeks to shift care from large institutions to local, secure accommodation that supports reintegration, bridging healthcare and housing needs. Analytically, the measure could advance deinstitutionalisation and community-based care, but its success will depend on funding, local delivery capacity, regulatory safeguards and clear pathways to permanent housing.
Housing plan is centred "on those who own property, but is relatively balanced"
Nuno Leal, co‑CEO of Doutor Finanças, says the tax measures in the government’s housing plan — due to be debated in Parliament on Friday — should help increase supply in the market. He concedes the package tends to favour property owners and landlords but considers it “relatively balanced”, noting the measures are centred on those who hold property while aiming to ease supply constraints. The assessment focuses on likely effects on rental supply and owner incentives rather than specific legislative detail.
Government housing plan expected to pass with Chega abstaining. Find out what changes
The Government's housing plan, due for debate and a vote on Friday, is expected to pass after Chega signals it will abstain. Although Chega's final voting decision is not yet locked in, the party led by André Ventura intends to abstain so it can later table and negotiate amendments during the committee stage. The abstention effectively allows the bill to advance despite the Government lacking a clear majority, with potential implications for property costs, local housing policy and market regulation as the measure moves to detailed scrutiny.
