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Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Carlos Abreu Amorim stated that revising the Constitution is a natural process but should only occur at the end of the current legislative term. He emphasized that such a revision should not be used as a pretext to delay necessary government reforms. The Constitution has not undergone a formal revision since 2005.
Health, education, social security, and forest management are four areas, among others, that underwent reforms because fresh funding was available. Changes to professional associations and the PSU were among the most controversial.
The PSD leader admitted that an absolute majority is “in his sights” and criticised the opposition for uniting against the Government. He warned that he will force parties to “reveal themselves” when it comes time to vote on reforms.
Sérgio Sousa Pinto, a commentator for CNN Portugal, believes there is a portion of the country that is impatient regarding the need for reforms.
