Anticoncorrenciais: Portugal fines telecoms for cartel deals
Portugal’s competition regulator fined MEO, NOS, Vodafone and Accenture €13.4m for Anticoncorrenciais agreements, signalling tougher scrutiny.
Portugal labor strike throws chaos at airports and healthcare
Portugal labor strike throws chaos at airports and healthcare, with unions hinting at more walkouts and officials calling for emergency plans as delays and disruptions mount.
Portugal strikes snarl transport and public services
Portugal strikes disrupt transport and public services in Lisbon and beyond, as unions press pay and staffing demands and commuters face delays and cancellations.
Shakira wins £50m tax refund after Spain ruling
Shakira tax refund battle ends with a £50m repayment after a Spanish court ruling, sharpening scrutiny of the Spanish government and celebrity tax case enforcement.
Portugal, Italy Keep Digital Checks for UK Travellers
Portugal and Italy maintain digital border checks for Brit travellers, impacting Portugal travel, Italy travel and UK passport control at key entry points.
Two Police Chiefs Detained as Abuse Case Widens
Portugal news today: the Portuguese police scandal deepens after two police chiefs detained. Live developments and update coverage on the inquiry.
Bank of Portugal Governor Summoned to Parliament Over Controversial Share Purchases Amid Conduct Scrutiny
The Governor of the Bank of Portugal, Álvaro Santos Pereira, has been formally called to appear before the Portuguese parliament following growing political pressure over his past share transactions, which allegedly violated banking conduct rules. The move comes after weeks of media scrutiny and political debate surrounding his financial declarations and the timing of his […]
Portugal’s Falesia Beach Ranked Among Europe’s Best as Algarve Tourism Surges Ahead of Summer Season
Falésia Beach in Albufeira has once again earned international recognition after being ranked among the best beaches in Europe in the latest edition of global travel rankings. The Algarve coastline continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Europe’s premier seaside destinations, with Falésia standing out for its dramatic landscape, natural preservation and consistent water […]
Primark to Launch Major Five Floor Flagship Store in Porto as Portugal Expansion Accelerates
Primark is preparing one of its most ambitious retail expansions in Portugal, confirming plans to open a major five floor flagship store in the heart of Porto as part of a wider investment strategy that will reshape its presence in the country. The project reflects the brand’s long term confidence in the Portuguese retail market, […]
Portugal Plans Free Driving Licence Incentive to Boost Military Volunteer Programme for Young People
Portugal’s centre right parties PSD and CDS PP have put forward a proposal aimed at strengthening recruitment into the Armed Forces through a new civic military volunteer programme that includes financial and practical incentives for young participants. The initiative, still at the recommendation stage in parliament, suggests offering a one time payment of 439 euros […]