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Never have rents been so expensive in Portugal. Rental debate today with rejection on the horizon

The price per square meter nationwide exceeded 10 euros in the second quarter. Parliament discusses the rental market this Wednesday, voting on a Government proposal that faces certain defeat as both the PS and Chega have announced they will vote against it.

Why it mattersRents have hit a record high of over 10 euros per square meter nationwide, and the Government's proposed rental reform is set to be voted down in Parliament.

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