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Government demands solutions from Volta manager to stop trash scattered on the streets

The government has given the company SDR Portugal until October 16, 2026, to present immediate measures, coordinated with local municipalities, to resolve ongoing urban sanitation and waste management issues.

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If you live in an area served by this management entity, expect potential changes to waste collection and street cleaning services starting after the October 16 deadline.

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