A dismissed secretary-general of the Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI), Carrilho, has accused a minister of pressuring him to commit illegal acts. The MAI has vehemently denied these accusations, stating that Carrilho's dismissal was due to a "breakdown of trust" and claims he attempted to damage the SIRESP system.

Público: 'The minister pressured me to commit illegalities,' accuses dismissed…

A dismissed secretary-general of the Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI) accuses a minister of pressuring him to commit illegal acts. The MAI has rejected the accusations and stated there was a 'breakdown of trust.' The ministry also announced the dismissal and appointment of new leadership.

Diário de Notícias: MAI Accuses Carrilho of Trying to "Harm SIRESP" and Justifies Dismissal

The Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI) alleges that Carrilho attempted to damage the SIRESP system and explains the dismissal was due to a breach of trust.

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro, leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), has advised former Prime Minister Pedro Passos Coelho to 'wait seated' regarding his potential return to politics. This comes amidst Chega leader André Ventura's statement that his party would be open to forming a government with a Passos-led PSD, but only if Ventura were to become Prime Minister after winning an election.

Observador: Montenegro advises Passos to wait seated

Montenegro advises Passos Coelho to wait and the PSD laments the former prime minister's lack of adherence to reality.

Observador: Chega: Government with Passos, but Ventura to lead if they win

The Chega party is available to form a government with a Passos Coelho-led PSD, but warns that Ventura will become prime minister if his party wins the election.

Diário de Notícias: Montenegro Responds to Passos: "PSD Should Not Be Chained to the Party to Our…"

Political leader Montenegro stated that the PSD party should not feel bound by the political party to its right.

Público: Step-by-step of Passos: from 'out of everything' to the will to govern again

An analysis of former Prime Minister Passos Coelho's political trajectory, detailing his transition from a stance of political withdrawal to a potential desire to return to governing.

Público: Montenegro says those wanting PSD's failure 'can wait seated'

The leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD), Luís Montenegro, responded to suggestions about the party's potential failure, stating that those who wish for it are welcome to wait.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a forecast for 2027 that contradicts the Portuguese government's official projections, predicting lower economic growth and significantly higher inflation for the country.

Diário de Notícias: IMF Contradicts OE2027 Forecast: Portugal's Growth Lower, Inflation Higher

The IMF disputes the official forecast for 2027, predicting lower economic growth for Portugal and significantly higher inflation, attributing global growth to a few countries benefiting from the energy shock and war.

The CEO of a bankrupt fertility clinic has committed to returning 250,000 euros to patients affected by the clinic's closure. However, this amount is insufficient to cover the estimated 425,000 euros owed for treatments that were not provided.

Público: Fertility clinic CEO promises to return 250,000 euros to patients

The CEO of a bankrupt fertility clinic has pledged to return 250,000 euros to affected patients, though this amount is insufficient to cover the estimated 425,000 euros owed for treatments that were not performed. Biological material and patient data are reportedly now at the Ava clinic.