The number of candidates for PSP police agent roles fell by 13% in 2026 compared to 2025, a decrease of 447 applications. Unions cite low salaries, the risks of the profession, and the lack of support against assaults on officers as primary reasons for the decline, despite the recent increase in the maximum admission age from 30 to 35.
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In 2027, Portugal has 13 mandatory public holidays, with five falling on weekends. Key long weekends occur on 1 January (Friday), 26-28 March (Easter/Good Friday), and 1 November (Monday). Bridge opportunities exist for Corpus Christi (27 May, Thursday), Portugal Day (10 June, Thursday), and Republic Day (5 October, Tuesday).
The Hotel Cascais Miragem closed today, 1 November, for extensive renovations under new ownership, with a planned reopening in 2028. The closure includes the collective dismissal of the hotel's staff.
The technology consultancy Aubay Portugal is hiring for over 100 IT roles, specifically targeting specialists from Brazil to work in its new technology hubs. The company provides legal assistance for the visa and transition process and will host a networking event called 'The Next Move' on 11 November from 17:00 to 19:00 at Avila Spaces in Lisbon to meet candidates.