The Speaker of Parliament announced that the Assembly of the Republic will open to the public on the last Saturday of each month, starting on October 31st. The initiative aims to allow citizens to visit the building during the weekend.
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Read today’s briefingThe Technical Unit for Budgetary Support (UTAO) estimates that extending parental leave to six months with 100% pay would cost 230 million euros, a figure lower than the government's initial estimate of 445 million. Various opposition proposals for parental leave extensions are estimated to cost between 33 million and 290 million euros.
The municipal services of Viana do Castelo issued 400 infraction notices between January and September for illegal waste dumping. The measures are part of an ongoing enforcement plan to curb littering, particularly around public bins and recycling points.
The State Budget dictates how much tax is withheld from a young person's monthly salary and determines the overall cost of living. These annual financial plans shape employment conditions, housing accessibility, and the net income available for daily expenses.