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PS waits for a 'somersault' from Chega on the rental regime

The Socialist Party (PS) does not intend to present proposals during the specialized committee stage for the government's rental legislation. The party believes the government's current measures will further overheat the rental market and recalls that Chega ultimately refused to support them on previous labor legislation.

Why it mattersThe parliamentary negotiations regarding rental laws are ongoing, meaning housing regulations may change; keep an eye on these debates as they could lead to shifts in tenancy rules or market conditions.

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