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Chega threatens to block rental law if final version is not 'pleasing'; IL insists on resignation of Luís Neves

The Chega party has indicated it may withdraw its support for the proposed new rental law during the final vote if the terms do not meet its demands. Simultaneously, the Liberal Initiative (IL) continues to press for the resignation of the Minister of Internal Administration, Luís Neves, over his conduct.

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The proposed rental law is currently subject to political negotiation, meaning its final terms and passage remain uncertain; if you are a tenant or landlord, follow the final legislative vote to see if new rules for the rental market are enacted.

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