16:00 — Lello Bookshop to be reclassified as a monument
The announcement comes from Luís Montenegro on the day marking the 120th anniversary of the iconic library. Also, Gouveia e Melo evokes General Ramalho Eanes for the first time in this presidential campaign.
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.
Montenegro links social progress to a reduced role for the public sector
At the ceremony marking the 120th anniversary of Livraria Lello in Porto, Luís Montenegro argued that greater social development increasingly depends on “the expressions of the community, on people”.
Montenegro says Livraria Lello will become a National Monument
At the celebrations of Livraria Lello's 120th anniversary, Montenegro said the building's reclassification 'in the coming weeks' will 'perpetuate the identity' and the 'connection of the whole country to this project'.
PSP found 56 illegal homes housing ~900 foreigners
Police summary reporting shows the Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP) identified 56 illegally occupied accommodation units in the Porto metropolitan area during 2025, housing around 900 foreign nationals; the enforcement campaign included hundreds of operations, resulted in dozens of detentions (reports cite 63) and several administrative offences. Coverage highlights poor conditions in many premises (overcrowding, hygiene and safety problems). Those renting or looking for accommodation in Porto should check leases and report suspected illegal or unsafe housing to local authorities.
The PSP (Polícia de Segurança Pública) is Portugal's national civilian police force, founded in 1867. Responsible for defending Republican democracy and safeguarding internal security and citizens' rights, the PSP polices major cities—Lisbon, Porto, Faro—and large urban areas, covering only 4% of Portugal's territory but roughly half the population. Led by a National Director under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, its approximately 21,500 officers handle preventive policing, crime investigation, public order, airport security, diplomatic protection, private security regulation, firearms licensing, and border control (since 2023).
PSP vs. GNR: The PSP is civilian with police-focused training and urban jurisdiction, while the GNR (Guarda Nacional Republicana) is military (gendarmerie) with military training, covering 96% of Portugal's rural and suburban territory. Both share core public safety missions but differ fundamentally in nature, training, and geographic responsibility.
An alojamento ilegal (illegal accommodation) refers to lodging or housing that operates without the required licences, safety approvals or registration—this can mean unlicensed short‑term rentals, overcrowded units or informal lodgings. For expats, using or renting such places risks eviction or fines for owners, reduced consumer protections and potential health or safety issues, and authorities may inspect and close premises suspected of operating illegally.
António Filipe makes a final push to hold on
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Rallies in Porto and Lisbon showed the first signs of vitality in a campaign that spent its first week running at half speed and battling Seguro. The party wants to demonstrate that it is capable and can renew itself.
Lisbon and Porto led in advance voting
More than 200,000 voters registered for advance and mobile voting that took place this Sunday for the presidential election. Lisbon and Porto were the districts with the highest number of registered voters. The most common reasons for voting early were work-related, but there were also some political leaders who wanted to set an example.
In the North, Rio joins Gouveia e Melo in a barrage of criticism of the right and of Seguro
The candidate for Belém visited the districts of Porto and Braga. Complaints from older people about low pensions led him to criticise those who have spent many years in politics without resolving the problems.
Seventh day of the campaign takes candidates to the north of the country
Most presidential candidates are spending the day in the north and inland regions of the country. Seguro will be in Braga, António Filipe in Porto. Meanwhile, Marques Mendes is touring Viana do Castelo, Braga and Aveiro.
After the tour cancellation, Liniker confirms a new Lisbon date for 2026; Porto remains without updates
Liniker has confirmed a new date in Lisbon for 2026 following the cancellation of the tour, while Porto still has no announced date or updates.
Mães Solteiras: the urgency of punk and the comfort in disorder
André Henriques, Pedro “Gaza” Cobrado, Quim Albergaria and Ricardo Martins; a band in spontaneous combustion; and an album, “Vamos ser breves”. We spoke to them before their concerts in Porto and Lisbon.
CCDR elections: PCP in Alentejo will not vote; in Porto communists criticise PS-PSD agreement
In Alentejo, the PCP announced that its locally elected representatives will not take part in the votes on 12 January. In Porto, the communists also criticise the power-sharing and the new organisational structure of these bodies.
AESE opens new campus in Porto and is already preparing programmes for the North of the country
AESE Business School has opened a new campus in Porto and is already preparing tailored programmes to serve the North of Portugal. The school's dean says Portuguese business leaders value continuous training but, given an economy with “some fragilities,” are often too absorbed in running their companies to commit time to development — a gap AESE aims to bridge through flexible executive education and qualification offerings that support regional business needs and economic resilience.
Brasil Origem Week confirmed for Porto, Lisbon and four further editions outside Portugal
The Brasil Origem Week event series will take place in Porto and Lisbon, with four additional editions planned outside Portugal.
Tourism expects anaemic growth in 2026
Tourism ‘leaders’ are expecting anaemic growth through 2026 – albeit certain regions, including Porto and Madeira, should do considerably better. The chief concern, explains Expresso, are the limitations posed by The post Tourism expects anaemic growth in 2026 appeared first on Portugal Resident.
New Year's Eve in Lisbon and Porto. PSP strengthens security in both cities
On New Year's Eve, security will be stepped up in Lisbon and Porto. Thousands of people are expected at Terreiro do Paço and Avenida dos Aliados.
Enhanced public transport and road closures in Lisbon and Porto — everything you need to know for New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve promises a celebration with concerts and lots of activity on Avenida dos Aliados in Porto and Terreiro do Paço in Lisbon. As a rule, cars should stay at home and the municipalities are urging people to use public transport to avoid traffic restrictions. With the frenzy ...
CP boosts urban train services in Porto and Lisbon for the New Year
CP will increase urban train services in Porto and Lisbon for the New Year period, providing around 40,000 additional seats on 31 December and 1 January, the company said today.
Pre-trial detention for pair arrested over robberies in the Aveiro and Porto districts
Losses suffered by the victims amount to around €50,000.
Legion of Good Will offers Christmas dinners in Lisbon and Porto
Tonight, in Lisbon and Porto, volunteers from the Legion of Good Will are delivering Christmas dinners to the homeless.
TAP launches new route between Porto and Terceira (Azores) and bolsters Funchal
TAP will start flying between Porto and Terceira in the Azores from March 29 next year with four flights per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays). On the same date, The post TAP launches new route between Porto and Terceira (Azores) and bolsters Funchal appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Primitive Reason return to concerts in March 2026
The concerts, scheduled for 12 March at Hard Club in Porto and the following day at LAV in Lisbon, mark the band's return and aim to 'celebrate different generations of fans and revisit the repertoire'.
Rui Veloso performs in Porto and Lisbon with a guitar trio
Concerts in October 2026 will be held on a 360-degree stage to “enhance intimacy by placing the audience around the artist”. Tickets are already on sale.
