A new fixed-fare scheme for taxis at Humberto Delgado Airport will take effect on October 15, setting a minimum cost of 16 euros for pickups at the arrivals zone. Only authorized vehicles will be permitted access to this area.
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The Public Security Police (PSP) reported a rise in undocumented immigrants traveling to the Lisbon and Porto metropolitan areas via train and bus from other European cities.
The BE (Left Bloc) party has submitted a formal inquiry to the Regional Government regarding operational failures, maintenance issues, and scheduling gaps reported since the new 'Azores Bus' service contract began on September 1. The inquiry specifically highlights problems with school transport for children in Calhetas and synchronization issues affecting schools in Água de Pau, Maia, and Ribeira Grande.
Lisbon's air quality met the EU annual limit of 40 µg/m³ for nitrogen dioxide (NO2) across all monitoring stations in 2025, including the historically high-pollution Avenida da Liberdade. The municipal council attributes the improvement to vehicle technology advancements and mobility efforts, while environmental groups argue the result is largely due to favorable weather conditions rather than specific policy measures.