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Carneiro says Montenegro "finally recognized" that the housing crisis "cannot have a police solution"

Following a statement by the Prime Minister on the housing crisis, the leader of the PS confirmed he will attend a working meeting on Thursday, 5 November. The PS intends to propose a public guarantee for landlords and tenants, a moratorium for expiring rental contracts, and the mobilization of IHRU property assets through new financial arrangements with banks and municipalities.

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While no new law is in effect, the government and opposition are entering formal negotiations regarding rental contracts and housing support; any resulting agreements could change tenancy rules and housing protections for residents.

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