The Portugal News21 OctPortuguese Parliament to assist in investigation of Ventura’s office assault
The President of the Assembly of the Republic announced on 21 October that Parliament will act as an assistant in the judicial process concerning the alleged robbery of the office of the leader of Chega, with José António Barreiros acting as its lawyer on a "pro bono" basis.
Portugal Resident21 OctMinimum wage: government meets social partners as unions push for more
The government is meeting today with the social partners as part of the Social Dialogue, at a time when trade union confederations are calling for an upward revision of the The post Minimum wage: government meets social partners as unions push for more appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 OctNorthern Portugal and Galicia to build cross-border competitiveness hub
The Galicia–North Portugal Euroregion aims to build a cross-border competitiveness hub to establish itself as “a more competitive and innovative territory, capable of attracting investment,” it was announced today.
Portugal Resident20 OctAlqueva dam project didn’t solve all problems it was made for – study
A university study claims that the Alqueva reservoir “has transformed agriculture and the economy of the Alentejo”, yet the region continues to experience demographic change, and “a significant proportion of The post Alqueva dam project didn’t solve all problems it was made for – study appeared first on Portugal Reside
The Portugal News20 OctPortugal’s Air Force to introduce C-130 aircraft into firefighting
Portugal’s Air Force is preparing to expand its role in fighting rural fires, with C-130 aircraft expected to join the operation in 2027. They will be fitted with firefighting kits bought by the Government in a €16 million investment.
Portugal Resident20 OctMore than legal expertise – a broader view for today’s clients
In a world where business, investment and personal affairs increasingly cross borders, finding the right professional support can mean looking beyond a single area of expertise. For Eduardo Serra Jorge The post More than legal expertise – a broader view for today’s clients appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News20 OctThe True Value of Cables Is on the Ground
I have been writing for some time about the importance of submarine cables for Portugal and about the opportunity that our Atlantic position represents in the new digital economy.
The Portugal News19 OctMadeira to invest €28 million in Caniçal port
The investment aims to support Madeira’s growing economy and meet increasing demand for cargo transport to the island.
Portugal Resident19 OctFaro drops unused €16.4 million loan, plans new investment package
Faro Council has approved the cancellation of an unused €16.42 million bank loan and is moving ahead with a new financing package worth almost €14 million for five municipal projects. The post Faro drops unused €16.4 million loan, plans new investment package appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News19 OctHundreds of bottles collected by Volta dumped in Portugal woods
Hundreds of crushed bottles collected through Portugal’s Volta deposit-return scheme were found dumped in a wooded area in Odivelas, prompting an investigation into the waste's origin and possible fraud.
The Portugal News18 Oct€50 million investment for electric fleet and charging network in Portugal
Barraqueiro Group now has 283 electric vehicles and expects the investment to prevent more than 8,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
The Portugal News18 OctPortugal This Week: News, Business, Travel Updates & Top Stories
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The Portugal News18 OctPortugal city to build local training Unit
The Mogadouro Humanitarian Firefighters Association in the Bragança district launched a public tender to build a Local Training Unit for Civil Protection Agents, with a base value of 1.2 million euros.
The Portugal News17 OctInvestigators recover valuable Renoir paintings
Two paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, stolen from a museum in southern France in September, have been recovered.
The Portugal News17 OctPortugal invests €500,000 to control wild boar population
A pilot scheme covering 15 districts across mainland Portugal is offering payments of up to €70 per animal culled above historical averages.
The Portugal News17 OctPortugal region launches budget proposals for 2027
The PSD (Social Democratic Party) of Salvaterra de Magos has presented several proposals for the 2027 municipal budget, including creating a business zone near the A13 motorway, increasing daycare spots, and launching a municipal energy-efficiency program.
The Portugal News17 OctPortugal city to build new fire station
The Humanitarian Association of Volunteer Firefighters of Condeixa-a-Nova, in the Coimbra district, has launched a public tender to build a new fire station outside the town centre, an investment of € 4 million.
The Portugal News16 OctFull sick pay proposed for cancer patients in Portugal
The Portuguese League Against Cancer (LPCC) is calling for cancer patients to receive 100 percent of their sick pay, with a study estimating that the measure would have a net impact of just 14 million euros on the State Budget.
The Portugal News16 OctMotoGP brings €56 million to Algarve economy
The Portuguese MotoGP Grand Prix is bringing much more to the Algarve than motorsport fans, with a new study showing that last year's event contributed €56 million to the regional economy.
The Portugal News16 OctSilicon Valley company expands to Portugal
American technology company Athena Technology Solutions has opened its first European office in Porto, with plans to create 100 jobs over the next five years.
Portugal Resident16 OctPJ police seize 556kg of cocaine in Porto
Portugal’s PJ criminal police have seized 556 kilograms of cocaine in the Porto area and arrested one man as part of an investigation into an organised crime group importing drugs The post PJ police seize 556kg of cocaine in Porto appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident16 OctLisbon school investigated over horrific child abuse allegations
Portugal’s Public Prosecutor’s Office has opened an investigation into allegations of mistreatment of children at a school in Lisbon, following a complaint by a former employee. The investigation concerns Externato The post Lisbon school investigated over horrific child abuse allegations appeared first on Portugal Resi
The Portugal News15 OctPortugal forestry sector set to attract major investment
The Navigator Company has launched a new investment support programme aimed at mobilising up to €84 million for 124 partners of its Forest Producers Club.
The Portugal News15 OctPortugal calls for more EU funding to support agriculture
Portugal’s Minister of Agriculture has called for greater European funding through regional operational programmes to support agricultural investment, describing the sector as strategic to economic development and territorial cohesion.