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Electricity sector tariff debt expected to fall to 552 million in 2027

The energy regulator ERSE projects that the electricity tariff debt will drop to 552 million euros by 2027, the lowest level since 2010. Separately, ERSE has proposed a 1.5% increase in regulated electricity prices for January 2027, which, when combined with the price hike implemented on 1 October 2026, results in a 3.7% annual increase for 2027. Final tariffs and prices for 2027 are expected to be published by 15 December.

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If you are on the regulated electricity market, your monthly bill will see a total annual increase of 3.7% in 2027 compared to 2026, following the combined effect of the October 2026 hike and the proposed 2027 increase.

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School meals: sweet desserts limited to once a month and rissois are off the menu

New national guidelines for school meals mandate that sweet desserts are restricted to a maximum of once per month and fried items, such as 'rissóis' (rissoles), are no longer permitted. The standards aim to provide balanced, nutritionally adequate food that remains appealing to students.

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Energy drives inflation to 3.8% in the Eurozone and EU in September

The annual inflation rate hit 3.8% in both the Eurozone and the European Union in September, largely driven by an 18.9% increase in energy prices. Portugal's inflation rate for September was 3.6%, unchanged from the previous month but significantly higher than the 1.9% recorded in September 2025.

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CGTP expects 'great moment of struggle' in demonstrations against the cost of living

The CGTP trade union federation has called decentralised demonstrations in Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra to protest against rising housing, fuel and grocery prices, as well as deteriorating public services. The events are scheduled for 10:30 in Porto (starting at Praça da Batalha) and Coimbra (starting at Rotunda Portugal dos Pequenitos), and at 14:30 in Lisbon (starting at Cais do Sodré), with strike notices issued across several sectors including commerce, services and entertainment to enable participation.

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