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The article highlights recent notable events in Portugal, including the emotional farewell of António Lobo Antunes, a renowned Portuguese author, marked by moments of laughter, tears, and Benfica football club references. It also reports the death of Nuno Morais Sarmento, a former minister, at age 65. Politically, a member of the Chega party was dismissed from the Lisbon City Hall after renting out substandard housing. Additionally, the article mentions the detention of seven police officers involved in torture at the Rato police station, who are now under preventive detention. These updates reflect significant cultural, political, and social developments in Portugal.
Lisbon’s city-wide ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption outside commercial premises takes effect on Saturday 14 February, aiming to reduce noise and protect residents’ right to rest. The measure — approved by Lisbon City Council and implemented 30 days after its publication on 15 January — bars outdoor alcohol sales from 23:00 Sunday–Thursday (midnight on Fridays, Saturdays and eves of holidays) until 08:00 the following day, while allowing consumption inside premises, on licensed outdoor seating and via home delivery. Enforcement by the Lisbon Municipal Police and security forces includes fines of €150–€1,000 for individuals and €350–€3,000 for businesses.
Moedas has secured an absolute majority with former Chega members, raising questions about the implications for Lisbon's political landscape and whether this shift marks the end of certain political red lines.
The Lisbon Metro has announced preventive measures in response to forecasted bad weather, which may lead to delays in the opening of the Blue and Green lines on Saturday. These measures include the installation of protective barriers at critical access points and the temporary closure of access to six stations.
In Lisbon, the Socialist Party (PS) is questioning the city's preparedness for storms, while the Left Bloc (BE) is demanding explanations about Chega's presence and influence within municipal companies.
Lisbon's mayor, Carlos Moedas, also said the process took place without incident.
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In the presidential election, candidate André Ventura received fewer votes than he did in 2021 in four of Lisbon's parishes, indicating a decline in support in those local areas.
More than 200 people also called on the international community to intervene to halt the 'Iranian holocaust'.
Maria Helena Campos was appointed deputy in the office of the Secretary of State for Mobility one day after leaving the metro operator's board.
After three dogs were electrocuted, the city council announced in December that it would audit the city's lamps and luminaires. Since then there have been no developments in the process and the PCP is questioning the council.
Ana Simões Silva justified the decision by citing “insurmountable political incompatibilities”.
Ana Simões Silva cites 'insurmountable political incompatibilities' as the reason. Chega loses one of its two councillors in the capital.
Ana Simões Silva leaves the party, citing 'irreconcilable political differences'.
António José Seguro is the candidate with the most votes.
Catarina Martins urges voters not to back those who do not put forward a programme for the country, Jorge Pinto leaves the decision on tactical voting in the hands of citizens, and António Filipe, during the traditional descent through Chiado, rejects the notion that the left is defeated in this election.
Voting takes place on 18 January. If none of the candidates wins an absolute majority, there will be a second round on 8 February, in which only the two candidates with the most votes will contest it.
The Lisbon City Council's plan includes programmes to “change mindsets.” In a democracy, that is not a function of the State or of public authorities.
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Carlos Humberto Carvalho has been appointed to lead Transportes Metropolitanos de Lisboa (Lisbon Metropolitan Transport).
After 441 complaints of night-time noise, Moedas has prohibited the sale of alcohol intended to be consumed in the street/public spaces to curb disturbances.
The proposal from the PSD/CDS-PP/IL coalition, which governs without an absolute majority, passed with the support of Chega. PS, Livre, BE, PAN, PCP and PEV voted against the planned expenditure of €1,345 million.
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.
