Housing

Carneiro asks for end of rental law agreement with Chega. PSD refuses: 'We do not enter into blackmail games'

The opposition has requested that the government abandon its agreement with Chega regarding upcoming rental legislation, labeling the bill as unworthy. The PSD immediately rejected the call, reaffirming its commitment to the existing agreement to ensure the law passes.

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While this political debate does not immediately change your current rental terms, it highlights that the government intends to move forward with its specific rental policy through this legislative agreement.

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