Assemblies approved new demonstrations over the cost of living and housing for Saturday 24 October. In Porto, the gathering begins at 16:00 at Praça da Batalha, while in Lisbon protesters meet at Rotunda do Marquês de Pombal and march toward Rossio by 19:00.
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Around two hundred people gathered in Braga on Saturday, 24 October, to protest against the housing crisis and the cost of living. The demonstration was triggered by controversial remarks from the head of the Institute for Housing and Urban Rehabilitation (IHRU) regarding the younger generation's capacity for sacrifice, which he later apologized for. Participants are calling for measures including rent caps, an increase in public housing, and a halt to evictions without alternative housing.
New fare regulations and tariffs for taxis have taken effect as of today, 24 October 2026. However, compliance is not yet universal, and operators have until the end of 2026 to update their meters and apply the new rules.
Chestnut honey production in the Montesinho Natural Park has dropped by 80% to 90% this year due to heatwaves, with total nationwide honey yields also falling below typical averages. While producers note that the scarcity may lead to price increases due to high demand, no official price adjustments have been confirmed.