The AdC says Stemlab's purchase of Cordvida and Stamcriovitae, which owns Bebévida, raises serious doubts about competition. The deal cannot close while a second phase of up to 90 working days runs.
The rail safety authority's 2025 report counts 25 significant accidents, the fewest in five years, but level crossing accidents more than doubled to 11. Broken rails and track deformations also rose.
Police logged 4,075 school incidents in 2025/26, up 4.6 percent, with 1,426 assaults and 60 weapons seized. Sexual offences and drug dealing rose too. Head teachers say schools need more psychologists and social workers.
Decree-Law 196/2026 sets up regional offices of specialist advisers for Portugal's courts and public prosecutors, on three-year terms paid from 2,790 to 3,250 euros a month. It takes effect 60 days after Tuesday's publication.
ERSAR's annual report puts mainland tap water at about 99 percent safe for the eleventh year running. The weak spots are small inland systems and public fountains, which are still the only water source for 8,797 people.
An AMT study says the fuel levy and tolls that pay for Portugal's roads are both shrinking, as motorway concessions start to expire in 2028. Its options: distance charging for lorries and vans, congestion charges, and a levy electric cars would pay too.
Good morning. Here is your Tuesday briefing for 29 September 2026: the day's essential Portugal stories for residents, immigrants and anyone keeping an eye on the country, with two new
