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A new political barometer suggests a shift in the electorate as the Chega party moves to the front of the pack. Its leader, André Ventura, is seeing a corresponding rise in confidence from voters who now view him as a viable candidate for Prime Minister. The government is attempting to project calm over its 2027 budget, which offers a 2.3% raise for public employees and tax bracket adjustments that favor higher earners. Finance Minister Miranda Sarmento has asked the Socialist Party not to distort the proposal; the Socialists have responded by maintaining a tactical silence on whether they will let the budget pass at all. Away from the fiscal stand-off, the two main parties have found rare common ground to extend paid parental leave to a period of 100 to 150 days. The health sector is less settled, as doctors remain divided over a reform package that would merge services and create a new public health agency.

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A new political barometer indicates that the Chega party has taken the lead in voting intentions, and its leader, André Ventura, has seen increased confidence as a candidate for Prime Minister.

Diário de Notícias: Poll: Chega Leads Vote Intent, Ventura's Confidence as PM Strengthens

A new political barometer indicates that the Chega party has taken the lead in voting intentions, and its leader, Ventura, has seen increased confidence as a candidate for Prime Minister.

The 2027 State Budget proposal includes updated IRS tax rates and a minimum 2.3% raise for public sector employees, but individuals earning average salaries may benefit less from tax changes, while higher earners could see tax relief. The opposition criticizes the budget, and the Socialist Party (PS) expresses uncertainty about its approval, with Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento appealing to the PS not to distort the budget.

Observador: How the 2027 Budget Will Affect Families' Wallets

The 2027 State Budget proposes IRS tax rates similar to those announced in September, but with updated brackets. Public sector employees will receive a minimum 2.3% raise, and tuition fees will be unfrozen, with details on what the OE2027 proposes.

Público: State Budget Maintains Balance With Less Economic Aid

The State Budget for 2027 will maintain its fiscal balance but with reduced support for the economy. Individuals earning the average salary will benefit less from IRS tax changes, with tax brackets updated by 3.88% from January. The government also proposes tax relief for higher earners.

Público: Opposition Criticizes 2027 Budget, PS Uncertain on Viability Conditions

The opposition unanimously criticizes the 2027 State Budget, while the Socialist Party (PS) expresses uncertainty about whether the conditions for its approval will be met. A politician links the PS to the budget and urges them not to approve proposals from the Chega party. Without funds from the…

Observador: Government Downplays Crisis, But PS Maintains Suspense

The government aims to de-escalate the political crisis, but the Socialist Party (PS) is refusing unconditional commitments and not guaranteeing final approval of the budget.

Diário de Notícias: IRS 2027: How your taxes will change

This article explains the changes expected for personal income tax (IRS) in 2027 and how they will affect citizens' tax liabilities.

Diário de Notícias: OE2027: Miranda Sarmento appeals to PS not to 'distort' Budget with surplus

Finance Minister Miranda Sarmento urged the Socialist Party (PS) not to undermine the 2027 State Budget with any potential surplus funds.

Proposed health reforms involving mergers and the establishment of a new Public Health Agency are causing division and warnings among doctors.

Público: Health Reform: Mergers and New Public Health Agency Divide Doctors

Proposed reforms involving mergers and a new agency for Public Health are causing division among doctors, who are issuing warnings about the changes.

Despite high vaccination rates, health authorities are monitoring anti-vaccine narratives on social media and considering adjustments to their approach.

Diário de Notícias: Anti-vaccine discourse does not break social media bubble; DGS remains alert

Despite Portugal's excellent vaccination coverage rates, authorities are monitoring anti-vaccine narratives on social media, considering a potential shift in their approach.

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