Two new parliamentary committees of inquiry begin work this Wednesday, 2026-10-14, bringing the total to four. These new committees will investigate issues related to national exams and the mandates of Luís Neves as head of the Polícia Judiciária.
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The AHDPP association criticizes the proposed 2027 State Budget, arguing that the reduction of VAT to 6% for construction will have zero impact on GDP and is insufficient to generate new supply. The analysis suggests the government is prioritizing rent subsidies over new construction, while noting that existing tax incentives for company-provided housing are ineffective due to their limited one-year duration.
An Aximage poll for Diário de Notícias reveals that about two-thirds of Portuguese citizens have postponed life projects—such as home purchases, medical treatments, or starting a family—due to the rising cost of living, including housing, fuel, and essential goods. Regarding daily habits, 59% of respondents have altered their commuting patterns due to fuel prices, with significant shifts toward walking, public transport, or reduced travel, while 88% have changed their food consumption habits to prioritize lower prices.
The government is currently choosing between Air France-KLM and the Lufthansa group as the preferred partner for the partial privatization of TAP. This decision is now officially before the Council of Ministers for a final resolution.