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MAI: Seguro "speaks at the right time and in the appropriate place"

IL considers statements by the IHRU president unfortunate

This position was taken by the parliamentary leader of the Liberal Initiative, Mário Amorim Lopes, in statements to journalists at Parliament, in reaction to the remarks made by the president of the IHRU.

President of the Republic summons parties for hearings on social cohesion on the 29th

The President of the Republic, António José Seguro, has summoned the parties with parliamentary seats for individual hearings on social cohesion on October 29th at the Belém Palace, a source from the Presidency of the Republic told Lusa. These hearings will take place the day after the general vote on the 2027 State Budget, the debate for which is scheduled for October 27th and 28th, with its passage ensured by the abstention of the PS.

Sebastião Bugalho fails election for vice-president of the European People's Party parliamentary group

PSD MEP Sebastião Bugalho failed the election for vice-president of the European People's Party (EPP) parliamentary group today, leaving the Social Democratic delegation without any representative in the group's leadership for the first time since 2004.

Pinto Luz reacts to Passos Coelho: "Government is absolutely convinced of the path it is taking"

The Minister of Infrastructure and Housing responded on Monday, October 12, to remarks from former Prime Minister Passos Coelho—who admitted in an interview with SIC that he is considering a return to political life—by stating that the Government is absolutely convinced of its current path. “There is no discomfort whatsoever. The Government is absolutely convinced of the path it is taking. It is the path the Portuguese people invited us to take. It was the path that Luís Montenegro said he would follow,” Miguel Pinto Luz told journalists on the sidelines of the groundbreaking ceremony for the first section of the High-Speed Rail line between Porto (Campanhã) and Oiã. “I was a member, with great honour, of the Passos Coelho government. I am a member, with great honour, of the Montenegro government. There are two things they have in common: an enormous commitment to Portugal. Now, one thing is certain: we do not have to agree on every single matter. There are moments when we disagree. That is healthy,” he added. Even so, Pinto Luz warned that “not listening to Passos Coelho, who was prime minister of Portugal during such a difficult period in the country's life, would be almost an act of folly.” Passos says that the State “no longer has the authority” to save the SNS (National Health Service) and criticises Montenegro's strategy.

8 am. Passos Coelho wants a right-wing agreement to reform the country

The main highlights of the former PM's interview on SIC Notícias. Also, following the announcement of an agreement between the USA and Russia for diesel supply, oil prices are already shifting.

Sánchez resists crises, but falls over a one-bedroom apartment

A Sánchez who falls, not because of the accusations he faces, but because of housing. The Bolsonarism sweeping through Brazil. And also, Seguro's first speech on October 5th.

Fabian Figueiredo resumes parliamentary mandate after one-month absence

The sole deputy for the Left Bloc resumes his mandate this Thursday following a break due to personal reasons.

8 PM. PS accuses Government of being unable to keep its promises

The PS parliamentary leader reveals that the executive forecasts inflation for 2027 similar to this year's. Also, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa says the twins case has been painful since 2023.

Centeno says comparison with Passos is "unreasonable"

Mário Centeno was categorical when responding to journalists that he “would not like to be prime minister at all”.

Luís Montenegro returns to the lead in television exposure

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has returned to the top of the media exposure ranking by the Telenews service, part of MediaMonitor from the Marktest Group. After five months at the top, the first position had been held in July by the Minister of Education, Fernando Alexandre, who now occupies the eighth position. In the month of August, the head of government featured in...

9 PM: Ventura confirms that CHEGA will proceed with a parliamentary inquiry into Luís Neves, under the conditions imposed by the Assembly of the Republic

André Ventura announces that his party will launch a parliamentary inquiry (CPI) regarding Luís Neves, adhering to the procedural requirements set by the Portuguese Parliament.

Chega Madeira leader says Miguel Castro's resignation does not weaken the party

Miguel Castro has become an independent member of parliament.

Is Mário Centeno taking a course to lead the PS?

Former ministers reappear to give lessons: Centeno wants the leadership of the PS and Santos Silva defends the PJ. Meanwhile, the Minister of Health claims victory in the NHS and prepares for a war against temporary workers.

Chega moves forward with new proposal for a commission of inquiry into Luís Neves

Chega has put forward a new proposal for the establishment of a parliamentary commission of inquiry into the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves.

Passos rejects creating a new party but asks for more "boldness" from the PSD. Montenegro says he will not be "the father of austerity"

Passos was questioned by journalists again and asked for more boldness from Montenegro's government to follow the PSD's reformist tradition. He rejected creating a new party and expressed concern about the future of his own. In Esposende, this Saturday morning, Montenegro gave a guarantee: he would not be the “father of austerity”. That epithet is already taken.

Sócrates rules out possibility of running for President of the Republic

The former prime minister declared during his trial that his friend Carlos Santos Silva wanted him to run for the presidency.

13:00 President of the Assembly of the Republic guarantees that the decision he made is not political

The President of the Assembly of the Republic states that his recent decision was not politically motivated.

3 PM. José Sócrates praises Luís Montenegro

José Sócrates is being heard in another session of the Operação Marquês trial. Additionally, the PCP accuses the Government of hollowing out the Ministry of Education and failing to provide answers to students.

Is the break-in at Ventura's office a 'state secret' after all?

After summoning journalists in a state of alarm, the alleged break-in at Ventura's office in Parliament is, in fact, private. Also, a study on 507 ministers with no experience outside the state sector.

Constitutional Court maintains that PAN's internal election is invalid. Leadership considers changing regulations

The national political commission is expected to meet this month to analyse the Constitutional Court's ruling and carry out a “possible revision of some internal regulations to safeguard the principle of representativeness.”

Rocha missed the motion of no confidence vote to be on TV

The IL parliamentary group did not have Rocha present at the time of the no-confidence vote. André Ventura noted his absence minutes earlier and suggested he might be in disagreement with the party. The MP was representing the IL on television.

André Ventura congratulates AfD on 'historic victory' in Saxony-Anhalt elections

The AfD was the most voted party in this Sunday's regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt, with 44.5% of the vote, according to initial projections.

5 PM. Chega to announce decision on motion of no confidence by tomorrow

At the party's national headquarters, André Ventura says that the bodies will meet and is waiting for statements from Luís Neves. Additionally, Lisbon will have a new Glória Funicular by 2029, according to Carris.

Luís Neves refuses to comment on the President of the Republic's statements regarding the minister's tenure in Government

The Minister of Internal Administration avoided answering questions from journalists.

1h. FPC says Pimenta could be the best Portuguese athlete

Pimenta is the most decorated canoeist ever in the K1 1,000m. Also, today was the day of the Iniciativa Liberal's return to the Algarve.

Marques Mendes guarantees that his political life has ended

The former leader of the PSD returned to party initiatives for a dinner at the party's Summer University.

8 PM. Marques Mendes confirms the end of his political life

The former president of the PSD confirms he is available to return to television commentary. Additionally, the government will decree minimum services for the strike by pre-hospital emergency technicians.

Portuguese academics "fail" doctoral thesis of Francisco Gomes, Chega MP

Alberto João Jardim, who is cited 330 times, is the subject of the Chega MP's research. The legacy of 'Jardinismo' is fiercely defended in a thesis that “looks more like a propaganda article” and features questionable bibliographic choices, researchers say.