The Portugal News23 OctThe enduring appeal of Cascais and Estoril
Stretching along Lisbon’s coastline, Cascais and Estoril rank among Portugal’s most prestigious enclaves. Long favoured by European royalty and diplomatic communities, the area remains one of the most sought after by international investors and families.
The Portugal News23 OctHow does permanent residency work with Portugal's Golden Visa?
Golden Visa holders can apply for permanent residency after five years of legal residence, subject to meeting the requirements at that point. Once permanent residency is granted, there is no longer a need to keep the qualifying investment.
Portugal Resident23 OctNews Review: Housing for Teachers, Vandalism Not Helping & Lithium Mining Relief
In this News Review episode, host Carl Munson and The Resident news writer Natasha Donn catch up after Natasha’s break and discuss her top Portuguese news picks: Alentejo town halls The post News Review: Housing for Teachers, Vandalism Not Helping & Lithium Mining Relief appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News23 OctSagres: GNR seizes assault rifles, nine vehicles, and 10,000 litres of fuel in nationwide drug busting operations
Portugal’s National Republican Guard (GNR) has arrested one man and seized two Kalashnikov assault rifles, nine vehicles, a boat fitted with two engines, and around 10,000 litres of fuel during a nationwide operation targeting maritime drug trafficking in Sagres, and the Guadiana River in the Algarve, and Esposende, in
Portugal Resident23 OctMayor of Gaia accuses government of blocking construction of 2,500 homes for young people
Mayor of Gaia, Luís Filipe Menezes has harshly criticised the government for standing in his municipality’s way over a project to build 2,500 homes for young people on a derelict The post Mayor of Gaia accuses government of blocking construction of 2,500 homes for young people appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News23 OctHelping the Homeless feed their 4-legged friends
For the past 3 years, Eve Clifton has run a winter campaign supplying sleeping bags to various associations across the Algarve that are on the front line in helping the homeless.
The Portugal News23 OctPortugal may need a decade to resolve the housing crisis
Labour shortages, lengthy construction timelines, bureaucracy and increased demand are some of the factors contributing to the housing shortage.
Portugal Resident23 OctThe pursuit of happiness
It was a clever formulation. He did not promise happiness but merely gave us permission to find it. Which makes me wonder how one could chase something so ephemeral because The post The pursuit of happiness appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 OctKey witness ‘cannot recall’ alleged deadly police beating in Olhão
A key witness in the trial of two PSP officers accused over the death of a Moroccan man in Olhão has told Faro court that he cannot remember the alleged The post Key witness ‘cannot recall’ alleged deadly police beating in Olhão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 OctWorks begin at Atlantic Pines, a new collection of 28 villas in Vale do Lobo
QP Savills, which has sold property in the Golden Triangle for nearly 30 years, is the exclusive agent, with a dedicated showroom in its Vale do Lobo office. New-build opportunities The post Works begin at Atlantic Pines, a new collection of 28 villas in Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 Oct€35 million fund aims to bring 200 young farmers into Portuguese agriculture
Portugal is launching a new €35 million support scheme aimed at bringing 200 young farmers into the sector, Agriculture Minister José Manuel Fernandes has announced. Speaking at the first Young The post €35 million fund aims to bring 200 young farmers into Portuguese agriculture appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News23 OctConsidering I/GCSEs or A Levels? Preparing Students for More Than Just Exams
At The British School of Lisbon, academic ambition goes hand in hand with personalised learning, strong pastoral care and a belief that every student deserves the opportunity to discover their own path.
The Portugal News23 OctPetrol prices are decreasing
During the week between 26 October and 1 November, diesel prices may increase, while petrol may decrease.
The Portugal News23 OctAlvor’s Zona Ribeirinha
I always enjoy coming to this part of Alvor, where the village opens onto the Ria de Alvor.
Portugal Resident23 OctGusto by Heinz Beck brings back ‘The White Truffle Experience’
One of Italy’s most prized seasonal delicacies is returning to the Algarve this November, with Gusto by Heinz Beck serving a seven-course menu dedicated to the celebrated white truffles of The post Gusto by Heinz Beck brings back ‘The White Truffle Experience’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News23 OctPortugal MotoGP ticket buyers offered early access to Formula 1 sales
Customers purchasing at least two tickets for the 2026 Portuguese MotoGP Grand Prix can access an exclusive sales phase for the 2027 Formula 1 Portuguese Grand Prix.
The Portugal News23 OctPortugal has been switching to winter time for 30 years
At 00:00 on 25 October, clocks in mainland Portugal go back one hour (to mark the transition to winter time), giving more daylight in the morning and more in the evening
Portugal Resident23 OctU.S. defence giant courts Portuguese industry as decision on new fighter jets approaches
U.S. defence giant Lockheed Martin has opened a potential route into its F-35 production chain for four Portuguese companies, as various manufacturers compete to supply the fighter jets that will The post U.S. defence giant courts Portuguese industry as decision on new fighter jets approaches appeared first on Portugal
The Portugal News23 OctMoving to Portugal Show returns to Edinburgh with expert advice for Scots planning a new life abroad
The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK will return to Edinburgh on Thursday 12 November 2026 with its Moving to Portugal Show and Seminars, bringing together property, legal, tax and financial specialists all under one roof to help Scottish residents explore the practicalities of living and investing in Portugal.
Portugal Resident23 OctHouses in Portugal 18.4% more expensive – but sales fall again
The average price of the 37,854 family homes sold in Portugal rose by 18.4% in the second quarter of 2026, compared with the same period last year, to €2,445per square The post Houses in Portugal 18.4% more expensive – but sales fall again appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News23 OctPortugal hopes to bring 300,000 homes onto rental market
Portugal’s government believes that changes to housing taxes and rental laws could encourage owners to put as many as 300,000 properties onto the market.
Portugal Resident23 OctDrug trial patients guaranteed continued free treatment under new rules
Patients who still need a medicine after taking part in a clinical trial must continue receiving it free from the trial’s sponsor, under rules published today. The protection applies when The post Drug trial patients guaranteed continued free treatment under new rules appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News23 OctNew taxi fares introduced in Portugal
From 23 October, Portugal's taxi fare system will follow new rules on how journeys are priced.
Portugal Resident23 OctBodies of 15 babies left unclaimed in Lisbon
Fifteen babies were among 206 people whose bodies went unclaimed by relatives or friends in Lisbon over the past year, according to a charitable brotherhood that arranges funerals for those The post Bodies of 15 babies left unclaimed in Lisbon appeared first on Portugal Resident .