## Rui Moreira's Movement to Compete in 2025 Elections

The movement led by **Rui Moreira** has officially decided to enter the race for the upcoming **2025 municipal elections**. This proposal received **unanimous approval** during the General Assembly of **Porto**, known as *o Nosso Movimento*. The current vice president of the Porto City Hall, **Filipe Araújo**, is expected to lead the list as the **head candidate**.

![Filipe Araújo, Head Candidate](https://asset.skoiy.com/jnrcnjwljorqgsbu/tqqkfcrxpwpl.jpg?w=1852&q=80&crop=1920,1280,0,5)
*Filipe Araújo is anticipated to be the head candidate for the movement in the upcoming municipal elections.*
*Photo: Amin Chaar*

O movimento de Rui Moreira vai apresentar-se na corrida às próximas eleições autárquicas. A proposta foi aprovada por unanimidade em Assembleia Geral do Porto, o Nosso Movimento. Filipe Araújo, presidente do movimento e atual número dois da Câmara do Porto, deverá ser o cabeça de lista.

Rui Moreira's Movement Sets Sights on 2025 Municipal Elections

### Finance Minister's Interview Highlights

In a recent interview with RTP, **Finance Minister Joaquim Miranda Sarmento** expressed strong confidence that the government will reach an agreement with the **firefighters** despite recent protests in **Lisbon**. He emphasized the need for **balance** among various public service careers.

![Image of Joaquim Miranda Sarmento](https://cdn-images.rtp.pt/icm/noticias/images/75/7526b6d32bdc6583e43afc4de4db7623?w=860&q=90&rect=0,164,1391,763)
*Joaquim Miranda Sarmento criticized "executive decisions that Parliament should not have made".*

### Budget Concerns

Regarding the **2024 State Budget**, Sarmento accused the **Socialist Party (PS)** of teaming up with **Chega** to add **€1 billion** in expenses, arguing that they were acting as if they could replace the government. He pointed out that the proposed increase for starting firefighters' salaries—**€360 by 2027**—is comparable to that of security forces.

He also addressed warnings from the **Bank of Portugal**'s governor, **Mário Centeno**, concerning the increase in current expenses, attributing most to **decisions made by the previous government**.

### Economic Growth Outlook

Sarmento assured that state spending remains **"controlled"** and predicted a **positive economic evolution** in **2025**. He mentioned that a proposed **1% reduction in corporate tax (IRC)**, as part of the 2025 budget, could yield significant results based on economic theory.

![Economic Growth](https://cdn-images.rtp.pt/icm/images/34/3477c549225aa02167a8031ec93885f7_N.jpg?w=860&q=90)

He reiterated the government's goal to further reduce the **IRC rate** and highlighted that the upcoming budget is favorable as it **does not increase any taxes** and reduces several.

### Critique of Parliamentary Decisions

However, he criticized the parliament for limiting the government's discretionary power through unilateral decisions, including abolishing tolls on former **Scut** highways and cutting **VAT on electricity**, which he deemed beyond their role. He emphasized that this budget **"holds PS and Chega accountable"**.

### TAP Privatization Plans

On the topic of **TAP**, the national airline, Sarmento confirmed the government's intention to privatize by **2025** but stated there is no rush, prioritizing the achievement of objectives over speed.

For those interested, the full interview can be viewed [here](https://www.rtp.pt/play/p12659/e813831/grande-entrevista).

O ministro das Finanças mostrou-se na última noite convicto, em entrevista à RTP, de que o Executivo vai chegar a um acordo com os bombeiros sapadores, mesmo depois dos protestos desta semana em Lisboa. Joaquim Miranda Sarmento colocou a tónica no equilíbrio entre carreiras na máquina do Estado. Quando ao Orçamento do Estado para o próximo ano, acusou o PS de, em aliança com o Chega, ter acrescentado mil milhões de euros em despesa, considerando "que se podia substituir ao Governo".


Finance Minister Confident of Agreement with Firefighters Amid Protests

## Immigration Regularization Update

The **Minister of the Presidency**, António Leitão Amaro, has reported significant progress in the immigration regularization process, revealing that the **Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum (AIMA)** is now handling **5,000 immigrant cases per day**. This marks a substantial increase from only **800 cases daily** six months ago, with **113,000 cases currently in progress** and **108,000 cases rejected**.

## Background on Immigration Cases

In June, there were **400,000 pending applications** for immigrant regularization. The minister explained that this backlog is a result of previous government policies that lacked effective immigration strategies. The recent surge in processing capacity has allowed the government to address more than **half of the pending cases**.

## Importance for Immigrants and Citizens

This initiative is crucial for many immigrants who previously lived without proper documentation, which severely limited their access to housing and the job market. By resolving these cases, the government aims to enhance both the security and well-being of the Portuguese populace.

## Rejection and Future Projections

While the current statistics are promising, there remains a significant number of cases that still need to be addressed. The government acknowledges that the number of pending cases may not reach the original **400,000** due to individuals having left Portugal during the lengthy wait times.

## Integration and Economic Contributions

Minister Amaro emphasized that **immigrants contribute significantly** to the Portuguese economy, contributing **€2.6 billion** to social security while receiving only **€400 million** in benefits. This highlights the positive economic impact of immigration on the country.

## Future Plans and Policy Changes

Looking ahead, the government is working on creating a **new migration regime** that emphasizes ethical recruitment and responsibility from employers. This initiative aims to facilitate quicker processing of immigration applications while ensuring proper conditions for immigrants.

![António Leitão Amaro](https://path-to-image.com/image.jpg)

## Conclusion

The Portuguese government is taking significant steps to address immigration issues, balancing security concerns with the need for economic growth through effective immigration policies.

Ministro António Leitão Amaro faz primeiro balanço sobre os 400 mil pedidos pendentes. Governo vai propor a empresas que sejam responsáveis por alojamento e formação de novos imigrantes.

Portugal's Immigration Update: 113,000 Cases Processed Amid Rising Challenges

## Where is your favourite destination and why?
My most recent discovery is **Alentejo** in rural Portugal, which remains **unspoilt** and largely **undiscovered**. Its **natural beauty** and **amazing wine** are a significant draw, and I would love to return to explore the **vineyards** and indulge in proper **wine tasting**.

## When was the last time you were there, and who were you with?
I visited in the summer with my husband Nadeem for a few **sunny, relaxing days**.

## Where do you like to stay there?
I adore **São Lourenço do Barrocal**, a stunning property reminiscent of **Architectural Digest**. Once an industrial commune, it now sits among **vineyards**, **cork trees**, and **orchards**. The design, food, and the **authenticity** of the place, which harmonizes with nature, captured my heart.

![Ravinder Bhogal](https://static.standard.co.uk/2024/12/04/16/50/PRI178852190.png?quality=75&auto=webp&width=960)

## What has been your favourite meal there?
The barbecue restaurant at the hotel is unforgettable. The **organic estate** serves dishes like **barbecue pork belly** with a crunch that’s off-the-charts and **tender vegetarian sides**, including barbecued avocado, which was a first for me.

## Where would you go for breakfast, lunch and supper?
Breakfast is a lavish spread of **fruits**, **charcuterie**, **local cheeses**, and **organic honey**. For lunch, I recommend **Hortelão**, a slow food restaurant with pool views, and for dinner, **Lagoa ò Marin Melides** for seafood rice with breathtaking ocean views.

## Favourite place for a drink?
**Tatiana**, who runs the bar at São Lourenço do Barrocal, creates cocktails using herbs and flowers from the estate, showcasing a **garden-to-glass philosophy** that’s incredibly impressive.

![Home-grown tomato soup at the Sao Lourenco do Barrocal](https://static.standard.co.uk/2024/12/04/16/31/SEI231217326.jpeg?quality=75&auto=webp&width=960)

## What would you do if you only had 24 hours there?
I would explore **Monsaraz**, a medieval mountain village with stunning views of the Atlantic. We enjoyed a drink while soaking in the panoramic scenery.

## What is the one unmissable thing you recommend doing?
Visiting the **ceramics centre** is a must. I recommend bringing an **empty suitcase** for all the beautiful pottery you’ll want to buy. It’s an adventure in itself!

## Where do you like to let your hair down?
I enjoy relaxing in my hotel suite, allowing for an early bedtime to wake up refreshed for a morning stroll.

## Who do you call to have a good time there?
I would invite friends **Nitin Sawhney** and his partner **Elle** for a perfect blend of food and adventure, with Nitin bringing his guitar.

![Alemais](https://static.standard.co.uk/2024/12/04/16/14/SEI231217422.jpeg?quality=75&auto=webp&width=960)

## Favourite shops?
The hotel shop is a treasure trove of **Portuguese designers**, local ceramics, textiles, wines, and honeys. I couldn’t resist buying a **giant cork tray**, beautiful **ceramic pieces**, and more.

## The one thing you would bring home as a souvenir?
You can’t visit Alentejo without purchasing its stunning **ceramics**. They’re affordable and beautiful, with many pieces priced under £10.

## Your favourite beauty spot?
The view from the top of **Monsaraz** is breathtaking and unforgettable.

## Your packing essential?
My essentials include **Jurlique skincare**, **Mauli supreme skin serum**, and **Blink Brow** products for perfectly groomed brows.

## A song that reminds you of the place?
I cherish the **sounds of nature** here, from bird calls to the buzzing of bees. It’s a refreshing change from my usual podcast-filled walks.

## Your dress code for the destination?
I favor **cotton dresses** and **flat sandals** for comfort, along with **kaftans** for easy styling from beach to evening.

![Packing Essentials](https://static.standard.co.uk/2024/12/04/16/28/SEI231217718.jpeg?quality=75&auto=webp&width=960)

## Building you would like to live in?
If possible, I’d love to move into **São Lourenço do Barrocal**. The ambiance is simply enchanting.

## Do you have a top wellness tip for the area?
The spa at São Lourenço do Barrocal offers **Susanne Kaufmann treatments** and uses local flora for an indulgent experience.

The restaurateur shares an undiscovered idyll of sun-dappled streets, incredible local wine and highly covetable ceramics

Discover the Hidden Gem of Alentejo: Ravinder Bhogal's Enchanting Experience in Portugal

**'Without journalism, there is no democracy,'** chanted dozens of workers from Trust in News (TIN) during a protest in Lisbon, highlighting the crisis faced by the company, which owns 16 publications, including **Visão**, **Jornal de Letras**, and **Caras**. On the day the company was declared insolvent, employees remain hopeful about preserving their publications and the **140 jobs** at stake.

At 6 PM on Wednesday, several journalists from TIN gathered on the steps of the **Largo Camões** statue, holding signs with messages like **'Let us work,' 'The keyboards will not stop,'** and **'Do not let Visão die in darkness.'**

**Clara Teixeira**, a union representative from Visão, expressed confidence in the possibility of maintaining the titles, pointing out that the publications have **subscribers, newsstand sales,** and **advertising**. While acknowledging the **difficult situation**, she emphasized the workers' call to **society, readers, advertisers,** and potential buyers to invest in the group.

**'Every time a title closes, pluralism is lost,'** noted Teixeira, while **Manuel Halpern**, a journalist from Jornal de Letras, shared optimism that some proposals have already emerged for certain titles.

Workers believe there are conditions to keep the publications alive and are determined not to give up. **'We will not lower our arms,'** they reiterated during various speeches.

Hours before the protest, TIN was declared insolvent by the **Lisbon West Judicial Court**, a decision that did not surprise the workers, as the group had its **Special Revitalization Plan (PER)** rejected by tax authorities on November 5, and management announced plans for insolvency on November 12.

Following the insolvency declaration, **André Fernando de Sá Correia Pais** was appointed by the court as the insolvency administrator. **'The administrator will decide whether to continue publishing titles'** until a new buyer potentially arrives, explained Teixeira. **'Everything is open, anything can happen,'** remarked Halpern, expressing uncertainty about the administrator's decisions.

TIN's debt exceeds **32 million euros**, with over half owed to the state. Salary and subsidy payments to employees have been delayed since November of the previous year. Reflecting on past actions, Halpern suggested that workers should have protested earlier, as they were misled by the previous administration, led by former journalist **Luís Delgado**, who promised capital injections that never materialized.

Support for the workers came from readers, journalists from other media outlets, and political figures, including **António Filipe** from the PCP and **João Ferreira**, a Lisbon city councilor. In statements to PÚBLICO, Ferreira noted that workers have reached a **'limit situation,'** facing **delayed salaries** and **unacceptable working conditions**. He argued that such situations further impoverish media pluralism, impacting the **quality of information** produced and, consequently, the **quality of democracy** itself.

Dezenas de trabalhadores da Trust in News (detentora de 16 títulos, como a Visão e o Jornal de Letras) manifestaram-se para denunciar a crise vivida na empresa, que foi declarada insolvente.

Trust in News Workers Rally: 'Let Us Work' Amid Company Insolvency Crisis

### Major Judicial Strike Causes Delay in Arson Case

A **strike by judicial employees** over **overtime hours** has led to the postponement of the interrogation of the suspect involved in the **forest fire** that occurred in **September** in **Oliveira de Azeméis**. The suspect was scheduled to appear before the **investigating judge** this Wednesday, but due to the strike, this has been rendered impossible.

![Arson Investigation](https://asset.skoiy.com/jnrcnjwljorqgsbu/bctbvbn0bjep.jpg?w=1852&q=80&)
*Judge of the Feira Court will now interrogate the suspect on Thursday. Photo: Maria João Gala*

The **fire incident** has raised significant concerns within the community, and the **judicial system** is now facing additional challenges due to the ongoing labor actions that are affecting its operations.

A greve dos funcionários judicias às horas extraordinárias inviabilizou, esta quarta-feira, a apresentação do suspeito de ter ateado o fogo florestal ocorrido em setembro, em Oliveira de Azeméis, ao juiz de instrução para interrogatório e eventual aplicação de medidas de coação.

Delay in Interrogation of Arson Suspect in Oliveira de Azeméis Due to Judicial Strike

## Workers Protest for Job Security

On Wednesday, **Trust in News**, the group behind **16 publications** including **Visão**, **Exame**, and **Jornal de Letras**, was declared insolvent. This announcement has sparked significant concern among employees, who are now facing **salary delays** and uncertainty about their job security.

![Protest Image](https://asset.skoiy.com/tsfiqogiwkcugyug/tajvqlonxgbt.jpg?w=1852&q=80)
*José Sena Goulão/Lusa*

The protest highlights the **ongoing struggles** within the media industry, where financial stability is increasingly hard to maintain. Workers are advocating for their rights and demanding assurances about their employment and outstanding wages, emphasizing the need for **transparency** and **support** from management.

Despite the challenges, the employees remain hopeful for a resolution that will safeguard their positions and ensure timely payment of their salaries.

O grupo que detém 16 títulos, entre os quais a Visão, Exame, Exame Informática, Jornal de Letras, Caras, Activa, TV Mais, foi esta quarta-feira considerado insolvente

Workers Rally in Lisbon: Trust in News Faces Insolvency and Wage Delays

**Lisbon's City Council** has taken significant action to regulate **short-term rentals** by approving a new limit on the issuance of licenses. Under the proposal from Mayor **Carlos Moedas**, new licenses can only be issued when the city's overall **occupancy rate** drops below **5%**; currently, it stands at **7.2%**.  

The registration of new **local accommodations** has already been on hold due to a temporary six-month suspension. The recent decision aims to tighten regulations further.  

### New Licensing Rules  
The new rules stipulate that:  
- **New short-term rentals** can only be registered in neighborhoods where the occupancy rate is below **2.5%**.  
- In areas with occupancy between **2.5% and 5%**, licenses will only be granted under exceptional circumstances, such as registering new rooms or converting long-vacant buildings that serve a social purpose.  

If any neighborhood exceeds a **5% occupancy rate**, no new registrations will be allowed, even if the city's overall rate is below the threshold.  

### Additional Measures  
The proposal also seeks to limit **short-term rentals** to properties designated for residential use, restricting commercial activities within these accommodations. Moreover, it clarifies that the registration of these properties is **personal and non-transferable**.  

Although the proposal included the establishment of a **Local Accommodation Ombudsman** to mediate disputes, this was rejected during the voting process.  

These new regulations received approval just a day after the **Lisbon Municipal Assembly** accepted a local referendum on short-term rentals, aiming to halt activities and new licenses in residential buildings.

Executivo de Carlos Moedas aprova em reunião de câmara novo limite às emissões de alojamento local. Agora, segundo a proposta, apenas poderão ser emitidas licenças quando a taxa de ocupação na cidade estiver abaixo dos 5% - neste momento, está nos 7,2%

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