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Em jogo está um prémio de 137 milhões de euros

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## Opening of the 11th Mediterranean Diet Fair

At the inauguration of the **11th Mediterranean Diet Fair**, held yesterday, September 4th, in Tavira, the President of the Algarve's Regional Coordination and Development Commission (CCDR Algarve) made a strong appeal for cooperation. He emphasized the need to ensure the execution of funds from **Portugal 2030 and the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR)** by 2025. "In the Public Administration, we are bound to the public interest and the common good. It is in the public interest, the regional public interest, to execute the European Cohesion Funds allocated to the Algarve region in this year of 2025," he stated.

## Importance of Collaborative Networks

He further highlighted the critical role of creating **networks of articulation** to guarantee the best and fastest execution of programs. "Currently, we have €24 million executed. Together, by October 31st, we need to execute and submit validated expenses for an additional €50 million," he declared. This underscores the urgency and scale of the financial mobilization required.

## Strategic Investment and Regional Collaboration

The Mediterranean Diet Fair was developed through a network approach, involving regional entities like the CCDR Algarve, with strategic investment from the Tavira Municipality. Strong collaboration from the **In Loco Association** and local producers has been key. The fair is based on a concerted strategy among regional entities, institutional partners, and the community, reflecting the consensus that led to the **Plan of Activities for the Safeguarding of the Mediterranean Diet (PASDM)** in the Algarve. This is a transversal and structuring project capable of mobilizing essential dimensions for regional development and strengthening—from cultural identity to sustainable production and consumption.

## Highlights of the Fair

The **11th Mediterranean Diet Fair** runs in Tavira until September 7th. The CCDR Algarve's participation includes a series of initiatives reaffirming the commitment to safeguarding the Mediterranean Diet, in a collective effort that enhances territorial cohesion and values common heritage. Yesterday, the CCDR Algarve stand opened with the presentation of the **Bolo de Tacho**, an Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), by the Monchique Parish Council. The project **Saber Fazer** from the Directorate-General for the Arts was also invited, an initiative aimed at valuing and preserving traditional arts in Portugal, which are highly diverse in the Monchique territory.

## Inaugural Seminar and Economic Insights

The fair's kickoff was marked by the seminar "Mediterranean Diet: Much More than a Meal – Governance and Participation" at the Tavira Agricultural Experimentation Center. The initiative featured the presentation of the study "The Economic Value of Agriculture in the Algarve" by Rui Faustino from Ernst & Young, followed by a debate moderated by the president of the Regional Delegation of the Order of Economists, Cláudio Lima, and a roundtable with national and regional sector representatives.

A Gazeta Rural é um órgão de comunicação de âmbito nacional, com sede em Viseu, que aborda todas as temáticas relacionadas com o meio agrícola e rural.

Algarve's Mediterranean Diet Fair: Regional Leader Urges Collaboration to Secure €50M in EU Funds by October

## Major Revisions to Portugal's Labor Code

The Portuguese government has proposed a comprehensive revision of labor legislation, dubbed "Trabalho XXI," which aims to update over 100 articles of the Labor Code. This initiative, set for debate with social partners, focuses on enhancing flexibility, competitiveness, and worker rights.

### Key Areas of Change
- **Parental Leave**: The initial parental leave for childbirth may extend to **six months** if shared between parents, with adjustments to mandatory and optional periods. Currently, it's 120 or 150 days, but the new proposal allows for up to 180 days with shared options.
- **Paternity Leave**: Fathers will be required to take **14 consecutive days** immediately after birth, up from the current seven days, as part of their 28-day exclusive leave.
- **Breastfeeding Rules**: A two-year limit is introduced for breastfeeding breaks, down from no maximum, and medical certificates must be provided every six months for proof.
- **Gestational Grief Leave**: The three-day paid leave for pregnancy loss is eliminated; instead, parents can use up to 15 days of unpaid family assistance leave.
- **Flexible Work**: Clarifications on the right to refuse weekend or night work for parents, aligning with company operational needs.
- **Strike Minimum Services**: Expansion to include elderly care, childcare, disability services, food supply, and private security in essential services during strikes.
- **Fixed-Term Contracts**: Initial duration for first contracts increases from six months to one year, with maximum terms extended from two to three years for certain contracts and from four to five years for others.
- **Individual Time Bank**: Reintroduction allowing up to two extra daily hours, 50 weekly hours, and 150 annual hours, with a four-month reference period and three-day advance notice.
- **Training Hours**: Reduction to 20 hours per year for micro-enterprises, down from the current 40 hours.
- **Dismissals**: Simplifications for small and medium enterprises, including options to avoid reinstatement for unlawful dismissals and handling fraudulent sick leave declarations.
- **Quotas for Disabled Workers**: Threshold lowered from 60% to 33% incapacity for employment quotas.
- **Independent Workers**: Economic dependency threshold raised from 50% to 80% of income from a single client.
- **Digital Platforms**: Implementation of EU directives for better working conditions and data protection in gig economy jobs like TVDE.
- **Telework**: Easier for employers to deny telework requests, with revocations of certain worker protections.
- **Vacation Days**: Option to purchase up to two additional vacation days with pay loss but retained benefits.
- **Subsidies**: Choice to receive holiday and Christmas subsidies in monthly installments or lump sums.
- **Probation Period**: Elimination of the 180-day probation for first-job seekers and long-term unemployed.
- **Social Security Reporting**: Decriminalization of failure to report worker hires to Social Security.

This reform, led by the Minister of Labor, aims to balance flexibility with worker protections, though it has faced criticism from unions who argue it weakens rights, while employer confederations view it as a positive step for negotiation.

As alterações previstas na proposta visam desde a área da parentalidade (com alterações nas licenças parentais, amamentação e luto gestacional) ao trabalho flexível, formação nas empresas ou período experimental dos contratos de trabalho, prevendo ainda um alargamento dos setores que passam a estar abrangidos por serviços mínimos em caso de greve.

Portugal's Labor Law Overhaul: What's Changing for Workers in 2024?

## Lisbon's Vertical Growth Debate

In cities worldwide, including Lisbon—a city of hills and light—the topic of vertical construction sparks intense debate. It pits the preservation of historical identity against economic and demographic pressures. This opinion piece explores the multifaceted issue, advocating for a thoughtful and planned development that modernizes Lisbon **without losing its soul**.

### The Weight of History and Urban Fabric

Lisbon's identity is deeply tied to its rugged topography and an urban fabric that has evolved organically over centuries. From the winding streets of Mouraria and Alfama to the resilient Baixa Pombalina, the city showcases a diverse architectural heritage. Preserving this unique landscape, marked by its **seven hills**, is crucial to maintaining Lisbon's character.

Urban planning legislation, such as the Municipal Master Plan (PDM), aims to manage growth with rules on building volume and height. However, real estate pressure has led to projects that challenge the city's traditional scale, igniting debates on visual impact and the risk of disfiguring historic areas. Random high-rise construction in the heart of the historic city could disrupt visual harmony and urban coherence.

### Economic and Social Equation of Projects

Economically, vertical construction seems a solution to space scarcity and rising property prices. Concentrating housing, offices, and hotels in large buildings could optimize land use and reduce infrastructure costs. High-rise projects with luxury apartments and corporate offices promise significant returns for developers.

Yet, the social dimension should operate differently. Instead of inserting towers into historic neighborhoods and displacing communities, the proposed approach involves replacing a polluting, noisy infrastructure with a new, planned urban center. This could improve quality of life in surrounding areas. While housing affordability remains a challenge due to construction costs, large-scale projects allow for urban planning solutions, such as quotas for affordable housing and social diversity. Verticalization could thus become a tool for creating **inclusive and vibrant neighborhoods**, alleviating real estate pressure citywide.

### Technical Challenges and Sustainability

Building high-rises in Lisbon presents significant technical hurdles. The city is in a moderate seismic zone, requiring advanced and costly engineering for structural safety. Variable geological soil conditions demand in-depth studies for each project.

Moreover, concentrating thousands of people in skyscrapers strains existing infrastructure, including water supply, sanitation, energy distribution, and telecommunications. Environmentally, high-rise buildings can be designed for energy efficiency, incorporating solar power, thermal insulation, and water management systems.

### A Vision for the Future: The Opportunity of the New Airport

Lisbon's future doesn't lie in rejecting vertical construction outright but in its intelligent and planned integration. The solution isn't to scatter isolated towers across the city but to designate specific zones for harmonious and sustainable vertical development.

The potential relocation of Humberto Delgado Airport offers a historic opportunity to rethink Lisbon's urban paradigm. The vast freed-up land provides a blank canvas for creating a 21st-century "garden city." This new neighborhood could feature high-rise buildings with mixed uses—housing, offices, commerce, cultural and leisure facilities—surrounded by green spaces and excellent public transport.

A new skyline in this area, visible from various city points, could symbolize a modern Lisbon that embraces the future without erasing its past. This new centrality, built on sustainability and quality of life principles, could ease pressure on the historic center, preserving its identity and fostering a more authentic, less massified living experience.

In summary, vertical construction in Lisbon should be seen not as an inevitability to be passively accepted but as a **planning tool** to be used with skill and vision. By channeling development into strategic areas like the current airport grounds, Lisbon can evolve into a more balanced, inclusive, and sustainable metropolis, honoring its history while building a future that matches its stature.

A construção em altura em Lisboa deve ser encarada não como uma inevitabilidade a ser aceite passivamente, mas como uma ferramenta de planeamento urbano a ser utilizada com mestria e visão de futuro.

Lisbon's Skyline Revolution: Balancing Growth and Heritage in Portugal's Capital

## **Dave, 82, Passionate About Trams: Another Victim of the Gloria Elevator Identified**

Police in Wales have confirmed the identity of another victim from the **Gloria Elevator disaster**: Andrew David Kenneth Young, an 82-year-old resident of Holyhead in Northwest Wales. Known affectionately as "Dave," he is the third British citizen among the **fatal victims** of the September 3 accident on Calçada da Glória in Lisbon.

It has been revealed that Dave was a lifelong **transport enthusiast**, with a particular passion for railways and trams. His family shared in a statement, quoted by North Wales Police, that he enjoyed visiting **historic railways and tramways** worldwide during his retirement. They expressed comfort in knowing his final moments were spent doing something that brought him immense joy.

Born in the early 1940s in Auchterarder, Perthshire, Scotland, Dave moved to Holyhead in 1980, where he had a long career as a **customs officer**. The other two British victims have been identified as a couple from Manchester: Kayleigh Smith, 36, and William Nelson, 44, both theater workers on vacation in Lisbon.

Out of the 16 recorded fatalities, the identities of four foreigners remain unknown: a 52-year-old Swiss woman, two 40-year-old South Korean citizens, and a 52-year-old Ukrainian citizen.

Família diz ter encontrado “conforto” ao saber que os últimos momentos do britânico Andrew David Kenneth Young, mais conhecido por “Dave”, foram “dedicados a algo que lhe trouxe tanta alegria”.

Tragic Loss: 82-Year-Old British Transport Enthusiast Among Victims in Lisbon's Gloria Funicular Disaster

## Main Decisions and Support Measures
In an extraordinary meeting held this Monday, the Lisbon City Council approved the primary proposals concerning the recent **Gloria Funicular accident**. Although a consensus was not reached for a single document, the session ensured **support and tributes for the victims**, alongside the establishment of a **transparency portal** dedicated to the tragedy. Future safety measures were also endorsed during the council meeting, which concluded recently.

## Meeting Overview and Proceedings
The councilors commenced the meeting at 10:00 AM, took a break for lunch, and resumed discussions after 2:30 PM. The sole agenda item was to debate the aftermath of the **derailment of the Gloria Funicular** that occurred last Wednesday. This extraordinary gathering included the attendance of the president of Carris, the public transport company.

![Image from the meeting](https://cdn-images.rtp.pt/icm/images/39/39ceddd6d38ff2f0507f6405e4312189_N.jpg?w=860&q=90)

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## Political Criticisms and Accusations
Opposition councilors did not hold back in their criticism of the executive led by **Carlos Moedas**, accusing them of a slow response to the accident and failing to address raised questions. They further charged the mayor with cowardice, as **Carlos Moedas left the meeting early** on Monday.

## Proposed Initiatives by the Executive
The Moedas-led executive proposed creating a portal to host "all relevant documents about the accident" and suggested a municipal fund to support the victims. Additionally, they aim to form a mission team to design a new **technological system** for the historic funicular.

## Opposition Contributions and Current Situation
The Socialist Party (PS) aligned with the fund proposal and recommended an external audit of the incident. The **Gloria Funicular derailment** last Wednesday resulted in **16 fatalities and over 20 injuries**, with four individuals still hospitalized: two at Hospital de S. José (one in intensive care) and two at Hospital Santa Maria (both in stable condition in intensive care).

Foram aprovadas, esta segunda-feira, as principais propostas em discussão na reunião extraordinária da Câmara de Lisboa sobre acidente com o Elevador da Glória. Não houve consenso para um documento único.


Lisbon's Gloria Funicular Accident: Key Proposals Approved Amidst Political Tensions

## Incident Overview
In May 2018, the **Gloria Funicular** in Lisbon experienced a **derailment**, an event that was officially recorded but did not result in any report from the **Comissão de Investigação de Acidentes Graves (CIAG)**. According to Carris, the municipal transport company, this was confirmed after a historical review. The incident led to an **early general repair** that was already scheduled for that year, causing the funicular to be closed from May 7 to June 10, 2018.

## Lack of Investigation Report
Carris clarified that the CIAG did not produce a report because the incident did not meet the criteria for a **serious accident**, which typically involves human casualties. A source from the previous administration (2016-2022) explained that the derailment caused no damage beyond the rail, thus not warranting a formal report. The current board of Carris was not informed about this occurrence, as it happened before their tenure.

## Maintenance and Aftermath
Following the derailment, the planned **general maintenance** was expedited. Technicians from Carris supervised the repairs carried out by MNTC, ensuring the funicular was restored to normal operation. Documents from the time, including 'Information and Procedures', 'Accident/Incident Record', and 'Occurrence Form', all dated May 7, 2018, confirm the event. These records detail that the derailment occurred at 7:30 AM, was reported by the guard, and was later deemed an 'incident without responsibility'.

## Political Implications
The incident has recently resurfaced in political discourse. **Carlos Moedas**, the current mayor of Lisbon, referenced it in an interview to question the actions of the previous Carris administration and the municipal government under **Fernando Medina**. Moedas highlighted the absence of a report, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. The previous city council was informed of the derailment and the decision to suspend service for maintenance.

Incidente foi registado, mas não deu origem a qualquer relatório por parte da Comissão de Investigação de Acidentes Graves. Vistoria geral foi antecipada e ascensor esteve parado mais de um mês.

Shocking 2018 Gloria Funicular Derailment in Lisbon: No Official Report Filed Despite Incident

## Opening of the 11th Mediterranean Diet Fair

At the inauguration of the **11th Mediterranean Diet Fair**, held on September 4th in Tavira, the President of the Algarve's Regional Coordination and Development Commission (CCDR Algarve) called for enhanced cooperation to ensure the execution of funds from **Portugal 2030** and the **Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR)** by 2025. He emphasized that in public administration, there is a commitment to the public interest and common good, stating, "It is in the public interest, the regional public interest, to execute the European Cohesion Funds allocated to the Algarve region in this year of 2025."

## Importance of Collaborative Networks

He further highlighted the need to create **networking and articulation systems** to guarantee the best and fastest implementation of programs. Currently, 24 million euros have been executed, but by October 31st, an additional 50 million euros in validated expenses must be submitted and executed collectively.

## Strategic Investment and Regional Consensus

The Mediterranean Diet Fair was developed through a network approach, involving strategic investment from the Tavira Municipality, strong collaboration with the In Loco Association, and local producers. This fair is based on a concerted strategy among regional entities, institutional partners, and the community, reflecting the consensus that led to the **Activity Plan for the Safeguarding of the Mediterranean Diet (PASDM)** in the Algarve. It is a cross-cutting and structural project that mobilizes essential dimensions for regional development and strengthening—from cultural identity to sustainable production and consumption.

## Events and Initiatives at the Fair

The **11th Mediterranean Diet Fair** runs in Tavira until September 7th, with CCDR Algarve's participation showcased through various initiatives reaffirming the commitment to safeguarding the Mediterranean diet. This collective effort enhances territorial cohesion and values common heritage. On the opening day, the CCDR Algarve stand featured a presentation of the "Bolo de Tacho," an Intangible Cultural Heritage item, by the Monchique Parish Council. The "Saber Fazer" project from the Directorate-General for the Arts was also invited, an initiative aimed at valuing and preserving traditional arts in Portugal, which are highly diverse in the Monchique area.

The fair's kickoff included a seminar titled "Mediterranean Diet: Much More Than a Meal – Governance and Participation" at the Tavira Agricultural Experimentation Center. This event presented the study "The Economic Value of Agriculture in the Algarve" by Rui Faustino of Ernst & Young, followed by a debate moderated by the president of the Regional Delegation of the Order of Economists, Cláudio Lima, and a roundtable with national and regional sector representatives.

For more details, read the President's intervention on the [CCDR Algarve website](https://www.ccdr-alg.pt/site/sites/default/files/inline-files/20250730_CCDRALGARVE_Dieta%20Mediterr%C3%A2nica_Pr%C3%A9mioInovacao2025_Regulamento.pdf).

*CCDR Algarve*

Na abertura da XI Feira da Dieta Mediterrânica, que decorreu no dia 4 de setembro, em Tavira, o Presidente da Comissão de Coordenação e Desenvolvimento Regional do Algarve, I.P. (CCDR Algarve) apelou à cooperação para garantir execução dos fundos do Portugal 2030 e PRR em 2025, «na Administração Pública estamos vinculados ao interesse público, ao bem comum. 

Algarve's Push for 2025 EU Funds: Mediterranean Diet Fair Highlights Regional Cooperation

## Registrations for Senior Trip to Ria Formosa - Algarve

**The unique beauty of Ria Formosa awaits you!** The Algarve is the destination for the next outing as part of active aging initiatives, promoting leisure time through socialization and recreational activities.

![Ria Formosa](https://www.jf-parquedasnacoes.pt/images/freguesia/eventos/254/imagem_254.jpg)

- **Start Date:** September 8, 2025
- **End Date:** September 12, 2025
- **Schedule:** 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

This event is organized by the **Junta de Freguesia do Parque das Nações** to encourage active aging and community engagement among seniors.

Website oficial da Junta de Freguesia do Parque das Nações. Informação sobre a Junta de Freguesia, avisos, documentos, eventos, notícias, composição e atividades.

Exclusive Senior Trip to Ria Formosa: Registrations Now Open for an Unforgettable Algarve Adventure!

## Political Tensions Rise in Lisbon

Socialist candidate Alexandra Leitão, leading the PS/Livre/BE/PAN coalition for the upcoming Lisbon municipal elections, has accused current mayor Carlos Moedas of engaging in **personal attacks** rather than constructive politics. This comes in response to Moedas' recent interview on SIC, where he expressed hurt over the **political exploitation** of the tragic Gloria Funicular accident.

In a post on social media platform X, Leitão stated, **"Carlos Moedas returned to personal attack. He doesn't know how to do politics any other way. Listening to him, one would think the first victim of the tragic accident was himself. It wasn't. It was the dead, the injured, and their families."**

Moedas had criticized the Socialist Party for being **"dissimulated,"** alleging that while their candidate doesn't directly call for his resignation, they orchestrate attacks through supporters. He differentiated between the centrist PS led by José Luís Carneiro and the more radical Lisbon branch, calling Leitão's approach **"very cynical and dissimulated."**

Leitão countered, describing Moedas' interview as **"an exercise in blame-shifting unworthy of a political leader."** She emphasized that he **"brought no answers, presented no solutions, and announced not a single measure** to help victims or restore Lisbon residents' trust in city infrastructure."

Despite the tragedy, which resulted in **16 deaths and 22 injuries**—including nationals from Portugal, South Korea, Switzerland, the UK, Canada, Ukraine, the USA, and France—Leitão has refrained from demanding resignations. Instead, she insists on **"full clarification and assumption of responsibilities,"** referencing a 2021 incident where Moedas called for the resignation of then-mayor Fernando Medina over data sharing.

The opposition, including PS, PCP, BE, Livre, and Cidadãos Por Lisboa, holds Moedas as the **"top political responsible"** for municipal company Carris, which manages the funicular. A special meeting is scheduled for Monday to discuss support for victims, investigation of causes, and accountability measures. Proposals from PS councilors include a memorial, a victim support office, and an external audit commission.

National and municipal mourning days have been declared, highlighting the gravity of the incident. The Gloria Funicular, a 265-meter route popular with tourists, remains a focal point in Lisbon's ongoing political and safety debates.

Presidente da Câmara de Lisboa afirmou que ficou magoado com o "aproveitamento político" que tem sido feito da tragédia com o Elevador da Glória e criticou a adversária Alexandra Leitão. A socialista já reagiu e acusou-o de se vitimizar. 

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