
The Portugal News29 OctIs it illegal in Portugal to hold €10000 in cash?
Social media posts claim that it will be illegal to have €10,000 in cash, but does this reflect reality?

The Portugal News29 OctCristiano Ronaldo won the BOAT award
Portugal national team congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo for winning the BOAT (Best of All Time) award, a special Ballon d’Or recognition based on a public vote.

The Portugal News29 OctDiscovering the centre of Faro
Often overlooked by visitors who head straight to the Algarve’s beaches and resorts, Faro is actually a lovely place to spend a day.

The Portugal News29 OctZara heiress to open luxury hotel in Portugal after fire
A luxury hotel backed by the heiress to the Zara fashion empire is preparing to welcome its first guests in Portugal next spring, after a fire earlier this year forced the postponement of its original opening.

The Portugal News29 OctAzores Airlines boosts Porto routes for 2027
Azores Airlines will increase the number of flights between Porto and the Azores during the winter season and summer 2027.

The Portugal News29 OctVeterinarians call for lower VAT on pet care in Portugal
The Portuguese Veterinary Order (OMV) will submit a petition to the Assembly of the Republic calling for a reduction in VAT on veterinary services for pets. The petition had collected around 8,000 signatures by 27 October.

The Portugal News29 OctPortuguese police forces protest in Lisbon to demand salary increases
The Police Professionals' Trade Union Association (ASPP/PSP) and the National Guard Professionals' Association (APG/GNR) are organising a national demonstration in Lisbon on 29 October to demand higher pay, revised career structures and allowances, and better conditions.

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.

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 News29 OctPortugal Weather Today (29 October): Warm and sunny across the country
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The Portugal News29 OctArtificial Intelligence Is No Substitute for the Art of Receiving
I started working in the restaurant industry at the age of 13. At that time, no one talked about artificial intelligence, algorithms or digital transformation. We learned the profession by observing the most experienced, understanding the needs of customers and discovering that, often, a smile or a small gesture of att

The Portugal News28 OctPolice warn of WhatsApp scam targeting users in Portugal
Portugal's National Republican Guard (GNR) has issued a warning on social media about a suspected scam circulating on WhatsApp.

The Portugal News28 OctMysterious billboard hints at U2 return to Portugal in 2027
The Irish band U2 could return to Portugal as part of their upcoming tour to promote their new album, ‘Carnival of Light’, which is scheduled to be released on 13 November.

The Portugal News28 OctPortuguese companies record their best financial performance in seven years
Non-financial companies in Portugal finished the 2025 financial year with their best economic and financial results in seven years, again underpinned by very strong domestic demand, even as the export sector showed early signs of softening.

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 OctMetro Mondego increases services to Coimbra
Metro Mondego (MM) will strengthen its metrobus service between Miranda do Corvo and Coimbra with an additional journey from 16 November to meet demand during the morning rush hour.

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.

The Portugal News28 OctPortugal to reform labour laws
Maria do Rosário Palma Ramalho, Labour Minister of Portugal, announced during a parliamentary hearing on the 2027 State Budget on Monday, 26 October, plans to transpose EU directives on pay transparency and working conditions for people employed through digital platforms.

The Portugal News28 OctPortugal chosen to launch global hybrid solar-plus-battery projects
Sonnedix, an international renewable energy producer, has selected northern Portugal as the site for the world premiere of its first large-scale utility-grade solar projects with battery storage.

The Portugal News28 OctPortugal to fund electric car purchases for low-income families
Portugal's Minister for Environment and Energy, Maria da Graça Carvalho, has announced financial support for low-income families purchasing electric vehicles.

The Portugal News28 OctPortugal confirms Eurovision 2027 participation as Canada debuts
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced the list of participants for the Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place from 11 to 15 May 2027 in Burgas, Bulgaria.

The Portugal News28 OcteasyJet strike announced in Portugal for December
Cabin crew based in Lisbon, Porto and Faro are planning a five-day strike, with potential disruption to flights during the Christmas travel period.

The Portugal News28 OctPortugal mandates grid-forming for big batteries
Portugal has gone one step further than the EU in the revision of the rules for generator grid connections by introducing a new regulatory regime for energy storage.