Portugal Resident29 OctMPs emerge from meetings with president ‘ready to do more’ on housing
So far, so good: political parties emerging from today’s hearings with President Seguro appear, in the main, to be ready to ‘do more’ to find solutions for the housing crisis/ The post MPs emerge from meetings with president ‘ready to do more’ on housing appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 OctLuxury property buyers in Portugal are becoming more selective and looking further afield
Luxury buyers in Portugal are looking beyond the established hotspots and asking far more of the properties they buy, according to Alina Obolonska, head of real estate at Portugal Pathways.
The Portugal News29 OctPortugal’s Golden Visa legacy puts investment and housing affordability in the spotlight
Portugal’s ability to attract international investment has strengthened its economic profile, but questions remain over how the benefits can be shared more widely.
The Portugal News29 OctProperty of the Week: Elevated Contemporary Villa with Exceptional Golf, Ria Formosa Nature Reserve and Ocean Views
Set in an elevated position within the prestigious Pinheiros Altos resort, this exceptional contemporary four-bedroom villa combines striking architecture, sophisticated living and breathtaking panoramic views across the golf course, Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, golden dunes and the Atlantic Ocean.
Portugal Resident29 OctOpen Letter defending right to demonstrate delivered to President Seguro
The Open Letter that began earlier this week as a result of police baton charges on ‘right to housing’ protesters has been delivered to President Seguro today. The missive, which The post Open Letter defending right to demonstrate delivered to President Seguro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 OctVeterinarians deliver petition to parliament calling for minimal IVA on pet bills
The Portuguese Veterinary Association (OMV) is submitting a petition to parliament today with the aim of bringing down IVA (VAT) on veterinary services for pets – currently priced at top The post Veterinarians deliver petition to parliament calling for minimal IVA on pet bills appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 OctLisbon housing protesters approve new demonstration on Saturday
The Acampada Lisboa movement (Lisbon Camp) approved, at a public assembly last night, the holding of a new demonstration on Saturday between Marquês de Pombal and Rossio, followed by a The post Lisbon housing protesters approve new demonstration on Saturday appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident29 OctOlhão approves €49 million loan request, with €40 million earmarked for housing
Olhão Council has approved a request to take out a €49 million loan, with €40 million earmarked for housing as the municipality steps up its local response to the national The post Olhão approves €49 million loan request, with €40 million earmarked for housing appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 OctPortugal’s 2027 State Budget approved in general terms by Parliament
The proposal passed following two days of debate focused on housing, the cost of living and the Government’s economic policies.
The Portugal News29 OctJosé Seguro audits parliamentary parties on social cohesion and housing
On 29 October, the President of the Republic, António José Seguro, will be hosting the ten parties with parliamentary representation at the Belém Palace for hearings on social cohesion and housing.
Portugal Resident29 OctLoulé hands over 36 affordable homes
Loulé Council has handed over another 36 publicly owned homes at affordable rents, with many of the new tenants belonging to groups increasingly squeezed by the Algarve’s housing market. The The post Loulé hands over 36 affordable homes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News29 OctSeguro meets housing experts at Belém Palace
The President of the Republic has met housing experts at Belém Palace, including academics, tenants’ and landlords’ associations, and representatives of the construction and public works sector.
The Portugal News28 OctDublin Airport ruling could affect Portugal
Irish citizens travelling to Portugal, including property owners who regularly visit the country, could face uncertainty over future flight availability following a European Court ruling on Dublin Airport’s passenger limit.
The Portugal News28 OctPortugal highlights wage growth in 2027 budget debate
Portugal’s finance minister points to rising salaries, new housing support measures and tax reductions.
Portugal Resident28 OctMore than 400 lawyers challenge PSP actions at housing protests
An open letter signed by more than 400 lawyers accuses the police of resorting to the disproportionate use of force at housing demonstrations in Porto and Lisbon last weekend. The The post More than 400 lawyers challenge PSP actions at housing protests appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 OctRight wing CHEGA claims “remigration” will solve housing crisis
Portugal’s right-wing populist party CHEGA has said today that the “solution to the housing crisis is remigration”, challenging the government to “enforce the law” and encourage foreigners who may disrupt The post Right wing CHEGA claims “remigration” will solve housing crisis appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 OctCP cancels strike following positive negotiations
The strike scheduled for 30 October at CP – Comboios de Portugal by ticket inspectors and ticket office staff has been called off following “positive developments” at a meeting between the union and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Housing.
The Portugal News28 OctPortugal has 800,000 declared landlords
The Portuguese tax authorities have identified approximately 800,000 taxpayers declaring income from property, offering a glimpse into the scale of the country’s rental market.
Portugal Resident28 OctFake campsite appears on Google Maps with minister’s private contact number
On a lighter note from the grinding right to housing angst playing out in Portugal today, Sábado reports on a ‘digital prank’ that managed to create a ‘fake campsite’ on The post Fake campsite appears on Google Maps with minister’s private contact number appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 Oct“Indignation deserves to be heard” – but new rental law must pass, says minister
The Minister of Infrastructure and Housing said today that “indignation deserves to be heard”, referring to protests in the streets, but insisted that the new urban rental regime (so reviled The post “Indignation deserves to be heard” – but new rental law must pass, says minister appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 OctHousing protesters return to Rossio; didn’t erect camp last night
Organisers of the Acampada Lisboa (right to housing encampment) decided to pitch tents away from the parliament building last night, citing the need to ensure safety conditions at the site The post Housing protesters return to Rossio; didn’t erect camp last night appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News28 OctThere is no quality tourism without housing for those who work in it
Portugal wants to continue to attract tourists, increase the quality of its offer and consolidate the position it has gained in international markets. But there is one question that threatens to compromise this ambition, and that does not always receive the necessary attention: where will the professionals that the sec
Portugal Resident28 Oct‘We’re not afraid’: Dozens stage housing protest in Faro
The wave of protests over Portugal’s housing crisis has reached Faro, where around 50 people gathered on Tuesday evening declaring that they were “not afraid” following the controversial police interventions The post ‘We’re not afraid’: Dozens stage housing protest in Faro appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident27 OctThousands gather outside parliament in yet another protest over housing/ cost of living
After hours of political back-and-forth as politicians discussed the merits, or otherwise, of the AD minority government’s 2027 State Budget proposal, MPs emerged from the chamber to discover a veritable The post Thousands gather outside parliament in yet another protest over housing/ cost of living appeared first on P