The Minister of the Presidency stated that any amendments to the 2027 State Budget proposed by the opposition during the specialization phase must be fiscally compensated. The government maintains there is limited room for changes, warning that irresponsible increases to the deficit could lead to future tax hikes or higher debt.
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During a hearing at the Azorean Parliament, education experts discussed a proposal to allow parents to choose between free digital textbooks and physical ones for their children. The proposal, introduced by the Liberal Initiative (IL) party, aims to address concerns from parents about digital learning difficulties, though educators noted that implementing both formats could increase the burden on teachers. No decision was made as the proposal remains under discussion.
Police commander Iúri Rodrigues maintains that the use of force during housing protests at Rossio on 20 October and 25 October was a necessary and proportional response to a lack of collaboration from protesters. While the 20 October operation resulted in 55 arrests and the 25 October intervention left 27 people injured, internal colleagues describe Rodrigues as a professional focused on protecting both officers and demonstrators. The Inspeção-Geral da Administração Interna (IGAI) is currently investigating these police charges.
Police and GNR personnel are marching from Largo de Camões to the Prime Minister's official residence in São Bento. The protest was organised by the ASPP (Police Union) and the APG (GNR Professionals Association).