Emergency services delayed assistance to injured protesters
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Emergency medical services (INEM) reportedly delayed assistance to injured protesters, citing security concerns, following recent housing demonstrations. A doctor suspected head trauma in protesters due to batons, but authorities informed INEM that they could not pass, leading to a confirmation from INEM that immediate aid was not dispatched due to safety issues.
Meanwhile, the National Health Service is facing a crisis as the surgical waiting list has reached a record high of 284,210 patients in July 2026, with over 30% exceeding recommended waiting times. The president of the Order of Doctors expressed strong indignation, emphasizing the human cost. In a separate development, police officers from the PSP and military personnel from the GNR are demonstrating in Lisbon to demand better wages.
Other domestic news includes key issues like housing, zero VAT on fuels, and other economic measures becoming central points of confrontation in the special committee for the 2027 State Budget (OE2027) debate. Additionally, the main trial in the Operação Marquês case may be suspended. Internationally, Portuguese media is following developments in the Duarte Lima murder investigation, with reports on his interactions with Brazilian police.