Housing

PCP defends the end of security deposits and calls for social "pressure" against the rental law

The PCP leader argues that ongoing housing protests represent a rejection of the current rental law and urges continued public pressure to force legislative changes in Parliament, including the abolition of security deposits (cauções) in rental contracts.

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This is a political call to action rather than a change in law; however, if the PCP's proposal to eliminate security deposits gains support in Parliament, it could eventually remove a significant upfront cost for tenants.

Público· 3w agoRead original ↗

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