Public Services
Government budget allocates funds to increase police numbers and border control
The 2027 state budget (OE2027) increases spending on security personnel by 4.7% to 2.42 billion euros, aimed at police salary negotiations, improved working conditions, and operational reinforcements. Key priorities include upgrading border control human and technological resources at airports, preparing for large international events, and developing a new Highway Code (Código da Estrada) to strengthen traffic enforcement.
Why it mattersWhile this is a budget proposal rather than an immediate change, it signals a shift toward stricter border operations at airports and upcoming reforms to traffic law and penalties that will affect anyone living in or driving within Portugal.
