Portugal Resident14 SeptNine arrested near Albufeira’s Falésia Beach in suspected drug trafficking operation
Nine people aged between 17 and 29 have been arrested in Albufeira on suspicion of assisting drug trafficking, following a joint operation by the Maritime Police and GNR near Falésia The post Nine arrested near Albufeira’s Falésia Beach in suspected drug trafficking operation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 SeptStudy reveals that one in five ministers in Portugal lacked relevant experience
The study examined the professional backgrounds of 507 ministers appointed to Portuguese governments since 1976.
Portugal Resident14 SeptFaro Airport under most pressure as full biometric checks begin
Faro Airport is experiencing the greatest pressure in Portugal from the introduction of mandatory biometric border checks, although police say the new system is generally operating without major disruption. Since The post Faro Airport under most pressure as full biometric checks begin appeared first on Portugal Residen
Portugal Resident14 SeptDismantling of education may need parliamentary inquiry, says PS leader
Dismantling of education ‘may need parliamentary inquiry’ PS leader José Luís Carneiro has admitted today that he may request a parliamentary commission of inquiry to understand the problems within the The post Dismantling of education may need parliamentary inquiry, says PS leader appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 SeptChega proposes zero VAT on the basic food basket
Chega has presented three legislative proposals to Parliament with a view to reducing the tax burden on families, and these are set to be discussed in a plenary debate on 24 September.
The Portugal News14 SeptPlant swap: Which thirstier plants could be replaced with drought-lovers in future?
Experts look at hardy species which may replace traditional favourites.
Portugal Resident14 SeptAD preparing new support for sectors hammered by fuel price rises
Portugal’s AD coalition government is preparing new support measures for freight transport, the fire service, the social sector and taxis, to offset the impact of rising fuel prices, minister for The post AD preparing new support for sectors hammered by fuel price rises appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 SeptBridging the Gap Face to Face and Connecting Global Expats to Life in Portugal
In an age when AI, search engines, and gossip on social media play an ever-greater role, a Portuguese media company is showing that trust, clarity, and a personal touch are still the best tools for anyone who intends to lead a life abroad.
The Portugal News14 SeptSchool year begins with teacher shortage in Portugal
Two-thirds of the schools surveyed in a study by the National Federation of Teachers (Fenprof) say they were affected by a lack of teachers last school year, and a third of principals foresee difficulties in the year now beginning.
The Portugal News14 SeptEU law may block Brits from buying second homes in the bloc
A new proposed EU law may block British people from buying holiday homes in the European Union.
Portugal Resident14 SeptSafe Communities Portugal renews Civil Protection accreditation
Safe Communities Portugal (SCP) has been re-accredited as a Civil Protection Volunteer Organisation (OVPC) for a further three years, continuing a status it has held since the accreditation system was The post Safe Communities Portugal renews Civil Protection accreditation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 SeptNo pupil will be left out – but he/ she may end up in a school “outside desired area”
“We have many schools that are overcrowded, that have already exceeded the maximum class sizes, have already split shifts, created additional classes, but when we have cases where the principal The post No pupil will be left out – but he/ she may end up in a school “outside desired area” appeared first on Portugal Resi
The Portugal News14 SeptNorth African dust reaches Portugal
Air quality is expected to be affected between 14 and 15 September by dust from North Africa, prompting the DGS (Directorate-General of Health) to recommend that people avoid outdoor activities and that the most vulnerable stay at home whenever possible.
Portugal Resident14 SeptRotary Club of Silves takes on 110km charity trek
The Rotary Club of Silves is calling for volunteers and community support to raise funds for local children desperately needing help with learning and language difficulties. On October 10, members The post Rotary Club of Silves takes on 110km charity trek appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 SeptEnglish-language Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro
An English-language Catholic Mass will be celebrated in Carvoeiro on Sunday, September 20 at 4pm at the Nossa Senhora da Encarnação chapel, overlooking the town from the cliffs. The Mass The post English-language Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 SeptBrussels creates "housing pressure" status applicable to Portugal
Over half of the municipalities in Portugal fulfill the European Commission's criteria for being classified as areas affected by housing stress, since the Brussels-based agency has introduced a new framework in order to enable local, regional, and national authorities to deal with the crisis in the sector.
The Portugal News14 SeptAndré Ventura accuses Livre and PSD of vandalising his office
Member of Parliament Rui Tavares (Livre) rejected the insinuation by the leader of Chega that Livre may have been responsible for the break-in at André Ventura's office in parliament, admitting the possibility of legal action.
Portugal Resident14 SeptCoimbra jazz festival returns for 24th edition
The countdown has begun for one of Portugal’s longest-running jazz festivals: Coimbra’s Jazz ao Centro. Running from October 1 to 10, the festival will feature Portuguese and international musicians at The post Coimbra jazz festival returns for 24th edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 Sept905kg Pumpkin Sets Portuguese Record
An Algarve farmer has broken his own Portuguese record after growing a pumpkin weighing an extraordinary 905 kilograms.
The Portugal News14 SeptPortugal wants a project to control wild boars
The municipalities of the Médio Tejo region want to join the pilot project that the government is preparing to control the wild boar population, a problem that, with varying levels of severity, worries the entire region, said the president of the CIM.
Portugal Resident14 SeptState ordered to compensate workers dismissed by TAP … 33 years ago
The Portuguese State will have to compensate the workers of the former Air Atlantis (AIA) who were dismissed by TAP in 1993, following liquidation of the airline. The decision has The post State ordered to compensate workers dismissed by TAP … 33 years ago appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News14 SeptAlexander Zverev's Golden Year Continues with US Open Triumph
For years, Alexander Zverev carried the label of a player talented enough to win Grand Slams but somehow unable to clear the final hurdle. In 2026, that narrative has been completely rewritten.
Portugal Resident14 SeptVilamoura hotel launches monthly Chef’s Table
A new monthly Chef’s Table experience is launching at the Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve, bringing together Algarve cuisine and wines from a different Portuguese producer at each edition. The first The post Vilamoura hotel launches monthly Chef’s Table appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 SeptLightsource bp abandons €242 million Beira solar project
Lightsource bp has abandoned plans for its €242 million Beira solar power plant after concluding that changes required during the environmental assessment process would make the project financially unviable. The The post Lightsource bp abandons €242 million Beira solar project appeared first on Portugal Resident .