Following backlash, Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has proposed reintegrating resident associations into the Municipal Housing Council, reversing a previous decision that had reduced their presence in favor of property owners and real estate developers. The new proposal is scheduled for a vote during the public meeting on Wednesday, October 7.
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Read today’s briefingThe Secretary of State for Housing stated that the government's proposal aims to accelerate eviction processes and reduce the minimum mandatory duration of rental contracts. The government claims these measures are intended to increase confidence for landlords while providing security for tenants.
Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento warned opposition parties that any budget amendments adopted without offsetting measures risk pushing the country into a fiscal deficit. The government currently forecasts a 2027 budget surplus of 0.1% to 0.2% of GDP and intends to maintain fiscal responsibility while continuing to monitor cost-of-living impacts.
The Loures municipality and the event promoter have canceled the final event scheduled at the Papa Francisco Park following complaints of crowd congestion and public safety incidents. Attendees were reportedly seen crossing railway tracks on foot to leave the venue, ignoring police instructions.