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Mafalda said that Gonçalo Reis guaranteed he believed the Chega member was innocent in the case regarding houses rented to illegal immigrants.
Mafalda Livermore, who was dismissed from the Lisbon City Council, responds for the first time on the Grande Jornal da Noite.
For the Oeiras Foundry, the demolition of almost all existing structures and the construction of new buildings, including one with 17 floors, is planned. Residents are concerned about the project's density.
The webpage provides a broad overview of current news related to Portugal, covering political, economic, and social issues. Key highlights include ongoing debates about labor laws, with ministers emphasizing common ground; a family of four in Lisbon losing their housing without a solution; and a controversy involving Salesianos de Manique over food standards in a school. Additionally, there are reports on the decline in house sales at auctions, political tensions between Oeiras and Amadora, and local sports coverage about the Sporting-Bodo/Glimt match. The site also features international news, such as the Iran conflict and Middle East tensions, alongside cultural updates like the release of a new poetry book.
The Government's new housing measures are being met with criticism by the Lisbon Tenants' Association (AIL), particularly regarding the aspect that aims to accelerate evictions due to non-payment, the vice-president told Lusa. “We are very critical of the measure and never thought it would have this scope,” stated the AIL vice-president, Luís.
The Government's new housing measures are being met with criticism by the Lisbon Tenants' Association (AIL), particularly regarding the aspect that aims to accelerate evictions due to non-payment, the vice-president told Lusa.
Lisbon faces a paradox: while the city struggles with a housing shortage, thousands of properties remain vacant due to legal disputes, undivided inheritances, and slow eviction processes. New government proposals aim to accelerate evictions for non-payment and allow individual heirs to unlock the sale of inherited properties. These measures seek to remove legal barriers that have kept thousands of homes off the market for decades, ensuring existing housing stock can finally be utilised.
They want the President of the Republic to treat the problem as a “national emergency,” as significant as the health crisis. Additionally, the PS secretary-general advocates for a revision of the Law on the Financing of Autonomous Regions.
The platform will deliver an open letter in Belém demanding structural measures, such as rent regulation and longer contracts, warning that accelerating evictions will “worsen an already brutal crisis” for thousands of families.
The Casa para Viver platform is petitioning the President of Portugal to declare the housing crisis a national emergency, advocating for rent controls and eviction protections ahead of nationwide protests.
For the residents of Pátio da Quintinha, in the Beato parish, eviction is once again a looming threat. They are asking the Lisbon City Council to find a solution for them. The council told Antena 1 that it is monitoring the situation and considering exercising its right of first refusal to acquire the property.
First meeting between the new head of state and Montenegro following Seguro's inauguration. Also in the news, the government approved housing measures during the Council of Ministers meeting.
The institution is seeking private partners to renovate properties and generate revenue. Three of these are former shelters, which were palaces donated by the State. The PCP and the Left Bloc argue that they are being left at the mercy of real estate speculation.
The webpage provides a variety of recent news updates related to Portugal, including political, economic, and social issues. Key highlights include a meeting between Portugal's President Montenegro and Prime Minister Seguro in Belém, emphasizing cordial relations. The government announced it will maintain fuel discounts if price increases exceed 10 cents. Additionally, there are legislative updates, such as amendments to rental laws. Investigations are ongoing into corruption at the Santa Maria hospital, where a long-standing scheme involving morgue staff was uncovered. Other notable stories involve allegations of mistreatment in a childcare center in Alfragide and political tensions with the ERC opening a process against TVI. The site also covers international news relevant to Portugal, such as the Ukraine conflict and global events.
The webpage provides a variety of recent news updates related to Portugal. Key highlights include a meeting between Portugal's President Montenegro and Prime Minister Seguro in Belém, characterized by cordiality. The government announced it will maintain fuel discounts if price increases exceed 10 cents. Additionally, the Council of Ministers approved amendments to rental laws and other legislation. Investigations are ongoing into alleged corruption at the Santa Maria morgue, where a scheme lasting over 20 years was uncovered, involving employees receiving up to 500 euros monthly. Other notable stories include a police search at Santa Maria, a scandal involving the TVI channel, and reports of abuse in a creche in Alfragide. The webpage also features sports updates, such as a live report from a Europa League match and a suggestion by Rooney for a new Tottenham coach. Overall, the site offers a broad overview of current political, economic, and social issues in Portugal.
Changes to the tenancy law headline today's DN: The government is amending the law to speed up evictions and put more houses on the market. The decree, which the government is expected to approve this Thursday at the Council of Ministers, aims to increase the number of homes available for rent. Among the planned measures is the acceleration of judicial proceedings related to evictions to restore confidence to landlords. There are approximately 250,000 unused properties in Portugal, despite being habitable. In the main photo, the war in Iran: Tehran threatens to make the Strait of Hormuz impassable; the new Iranian supreme leader is wounded and remains silent. 'An energy emergency is when increases are at 70%, we are not there yet,' says the Minister of Environment. Also highlighted: Doctors in Loures fear the centralisation of the obstetrics emergency department without additional resources. 'We are already working at our limit.' Download the full edition at the link below: See the front page in detail:
The webpage provides a variety of recent news updates related to Portugal. Key highlights include a meeting between Portugal's President Montenegro and Prime Minister Seguro in Belém, characterized by cordiality. The government announced it will maintain fuel discounts if price increases exceed 10 cents. Additionally, there are legislative updates, such as approved changes to rental laws. Investigations are underway at the Santa Maria morgue concerning a long-standing scheme involving employees receiving bribes. Other notable stories include a corruption investigation at Santa Maria, a crackdown on suspected maus-tratos (abuse) at a creche in Alfragide, and ongoing coverage of the Ukraine conflict. The site also features sports updates, including a live report on a Europa League match between Estugarda and FC Porto, and commentary on potential new coaching strategies for Tottenham.
The Left Bloc wants to know why the city council was excluded from the SCML processes, which cover 30 properties, and is requesting partnerships for affordable housing.
The Amadora City Council and the developer REDASSET will proceed with 95 affordable housing units in Mina de Água. Prices are limited by law to facilitate access for families.
Two buildings in Lisbon and three plots of land will go to auction on March 31st.
António José Seguro visited the Institute of Social and Political Sciences (ISCSP), where he previously taught, and was greeted by hundreds of students. During a 40-minute Q&A session, he addressed concerns ranging from the return of mandatory military service and the housing crisis to the importance of public education and the need for youth representation in the Council of State. Seguro emphasized his commitment to gathering input from young people to help shape strategic policies, including the integration of artificial intelligence in political discourse, before heading to the Palácio da Ajuda.
A Chega party member was dismissed after it was revealed she managed a property 'empire' with allegedly illegal housing units rented to immigrants.
The first five of 16 state-owned properties are to be put up for sale. The two buildings in Lisbon account for approximately 96% of the revenue the Government expects to raise in this first round of public auctions.
Cascais City Council has exercised its right of first refusal to buy 32 plots near Quinta da Marinha for €30 million, blocking a sale the owner had negotiated with two private firms. The council approved a loan to finance the acquisition, raising issues about use of public funds to secure strategic, high-value land in one of the municipality’s most expensive areas and the implications for local planning and market dynamics.
