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The Portugal News23 Oct

Chega MP proposes creation of breastfeeding room in Parliament

Deputy Rita Matias, from the Chega party, proposed the creation of a breastfeeding room in the Assembly of the Republic, arguing that Parliament should set an example in this matter and ensure a solution that can remain for the future.

The Portugal News23 Oct

Beyond the Shortlist

Last year Edgar Martins won the Sovereign Portuguese Art Prize. This year he is judging it. As 31 finalists prepare to show their work in Lisbon, what does making the shortlist actually do for an artist?

Portugal Resident22 Oct

Government passes law to unblock almost half million ‘frozen homes’

Portugal’s government approved a decree-law today setting out new rules designed to resolve a situation that sees almost half a million homes lying idle, almost half of them ready for The post Government passes law to unblock almost half million ‘frozen homes’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News22 Oct

Autumn Festivals and Events in the Algarve

Autumn is such a changeable season, especially in the Algarve. It begins while the weather is still hot and sunny, the beaches are busy, and summer doesn’t seem to be quite over yet. Then October arrives; things slowly start to quieten down, the temperatures become more comfortable, and suddenly Halloween is just aroun

The Portugal News22 Oct

The House of Lions in Lisbon

Just a short walk away from the bustling Praça do Comércio, you can find a truly unique building. 

The Portugal News22 Oct

Portugal property wealth increasingly among richest 10%

A new study by Banco de Portugal reveals that Portugal’s wealthiest households are taking an increasingly large share of the country’s property wealth, with the richest 10% accounting for almost 40% of the total by the first quarter of 2025. 

The Portugal News22 Oct

Houses for renovation in Portugal cost €240,000 less than ready to live homes

New analysis reveals properties requiring renovation remain significantly cheaper than ready-to-live-in homes in Portugal.

Algarve Daily News22 Oct

Portugal approves law to free up thousands of ‘frozen’ homes locked in family disputes: ‘Single heir can force sale after two years of deadlock’

The Government has given the green light to a decree aimed at “ending blockages" in an important area: housing. Announcing the decision after Thursday’s Council of Ministers, on 22 October, Minister of the Presidency António Leitão Amaro said ministers had approved the decree-law “regulating, and seeking to end, the sc

The Portugal News22 Oct

Portugal Shoppers Plan Record Black Friday Spending

Black Friday is still more than a month away, but shoppers in Portugal are already planning to spend more than ever.

The Portugal News22 Oct

The Art Gala for Animals!

When art and compassion come together. Extraordinary things happen in the historic town of Sintra. 

Algarve Daily News22 Oct

Portuguese Government to give €5 million in hopes of carrying Iberian lynx’s conservation success story

The Iberian Lynx Conservation Action Plan (PACLIP 2026–2030) has been approved through an order published today in the Diário da República, Portugal’s official gazette. In a statement, the Ministry of Environment said the plan marks a new phase in conservation efforts, focusing on consolidating existing populations and

The Portugal News22 Oct

Property of the Week: Exceptional 4-Bedroom Hilltop Villa with Panoramic Views over the Arade River & Silves

Set in an enviable elevated position overlooking the Arade River and the historic town of Silves, this beautifully presented 4-bedroom villa with 4 bathrooms offers a rare combination of privacy, tranquillity, traditional Algarve charm and exceptional outdoor living.

Algarve Daily News22 Oct

West Nile virus found in bird along Algarve’s Guadiana river, putting border area on alert

The detection of West Nile virus in a bird at Costa Esuri, on the Spanish side of the Guadiana river, has led Andalusian authorities to place the area on alert, as well as raising concerns just a stone's throw away in the Algarve municipalities of Vila Real de Santo António and Castro Marim.

The Portugal News22 Oct

Paderne Bike Ride

Sunday 25th October Bike ride starting in Paderne

The Portugal News22 Oct

Portuguese drone manufacturer secures €28 million investment

Beyond Vision plans to expand production, accelerate AI development and strengthen its international presence in the defence and critical infrastructure sectors.

Portugal Resident22 Oct

Algarve café celebrates Halloween with “spookily irresistible” pastry collection

Glee Boutique Café in Vilamoura is celebrating Halloween by launching a limited-edition collection of skulls, brains and one-eyed monsters – all thankfully made from mousse, chocolate, fruit and praline. Created The post Algarve café celebrates Halloween with “spookily irresistible” pastry collection appeared first on

Portugal Resident22 Oct

The Wandering Fools patrons donate over €1,150 to support firefighters

On Tuesday, October 13, David Larson, owner of The Wandering Fools bar in Carvoeiro, and bar patrons presented Debby Burton, founder of Associação Alerta de Incêndio Florestal/Forest Fire Alert (Alerta), The post The Wandering Fools patrons donate over €1,150 to support firefighters appeared first on Portugal Resident

The Portugal News22 Oct

Albufeira resolves open-air scrapyard situation

In a video posted on social media, Rui Cristina, the mayor of Albufeira, reveals that he has taken measures to end a situation that had lasted for years.

Portugal Resident22 Oct

Guadiana race links Algarve and Spain across international bridge

Runners will once again cross from Portugal into Spain on foot when the X Milhas do Guadiana returns on Sunday, November 8 for its 31st edition. The cross-border race starts The post Guadiana race links Algarve and Spain across international bridge appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News22 Oct

Lufthansa to expand Portugal and archipelago flights

The Lufthansa Group will expand its flight network for summer 2027, with Porto and Funchal among the destinations set to benefit from additional services operated by Brussels Airlines. 

Portugal Resident22 Oct

PM “turns up for football, but not to resolve the housing crisis”

Leader of CHEGA, André Ventura, has criticised Prime Minister Luís Montenegro’s silence on the housing crisis and recent protests, warning that the government’s failure to respond could act as a The post PM “turns up for football, but not to resolve the housing crisis” appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News22 Oct

Step Inside NAMA House Carcavelos: A New Way of Living by the Sea

What makes a space feel like home? It is rarely one single detail. It is the way natural light enters a room, the calm created by a considered interior, the comfort of having everything in its place and the freedom to focus on what truly matters.

Portugal Resident22 Oct

Primark sets opening date for 16th store in Portugal

Primark will open its 16th store in Portugal on November 19, with the budget fashion retailer preparing to welcome customers to its first shop in Vila Nova de Gaia. The The post Primark sets opening date for 16th store in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News22 Oct

Primark announces opening of new store in Portugal

On 22 October, Primark announced that it will open its 16th store in Portugal on 19 November, in Vila Nova de Gaia.