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Education Funding Boosted Amid Tax Row, Police Talks

The Ministry of Education has committed €30 million to technology and reforms, a significant investment over the last 18 months, with external entities and the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) facilitating these contracts. This comes as a broader discussion about educational quality and the impact of social origin on student outcomes continues.

In the political arena, a fresh dispute has erupted over tax cuts, with André Ventura, leader of the opposition Chega party, pressing the Socialist Party (PS) to advance with reductions to ISP and VAT on food. Fernando Carneiro, the Socialist Party leader, has been hesitant to commit, leading to accusations of obstruction from Ventura regarding fuel VAT.

Meanwhile, Luís Neves, the Minister of Home Affairs, has convened representatives from the Public Security Police (PSP) and the National Republican Guard (GNR) for negotiations, addressing ongoing concerns in public security. Additionally, the Bank of Portugal has affirmed its stance against reducing its gold reserves.

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Education Sector Sees Major Investment, New Debate

The Ministry of Education has allocated €30 million over the last 18 months for technology and reforms, primarily through external entities and the PRR, with Deloitte being a major recipient. Simultaneously, a public discussion has emerged comparing the impact of social origin on student outcomes in Portugal versus China, emphasizing the need for rigor and strong relationships in education.

Chega Challenges Socialists on Fuel VAT and Tax Cuts

André Ventura, leader of the opposition Chega party, is pressuring the Socialist Party (PS) to implement cuts to ISP and VAT on food. Fernando Carneiro, the Socialist Party leader, has refrained from committing, leading Ventura to accuse the PS of obstructing progress in alliance with the Democratic Alliance regarding fuel VAT.

Minister of Home Affairs Calls Police for Negotiations

Luís Neves, the Minister of Home Affairs, has called representatives from the Public Security Police (PSP) and the National Republican Guard (GNR) to engage in negotiations, following previous protests for salary increases.

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