Thought this might be interesting for the group. 🇵🇹 New data shows Portugal emitted the most residence permits in the entire EU. 1.2 million in 2024 alone, which is over 10% of the entire population, far ahead of countries 6-8x larger like France or Germany. Adjusted for this, GDP per capita growth has been 0.8%/yr since 2019. 🔗 Duarte

Coach @Ian Turner joining us on the show this morning, and IRL in the Bay of São Martinho tomorrow for a 'Bay Bimble' - all welcome, mixed-abilty, a walking social meetup. A fit-ting question then...

Well done all, and muito obrigado, to all at www.analisa.pt - the Portuguese web platform designed for "consulting and comparing public information, focusing on data regarding quality of life and public investment in Portugal". Key Features and Information: - Data Analysis: It provides access to 155 indicators to analyze the quality of life across 308 municipalities. - Public Investment: The site allows users to track public investment, contract by contract. - Objective Focus: The platform aims to provide information based on facts, rather than opinions. - Context: It is described as a tool for evaluating how the country is performing, focusing on local and national data. Please take a 'test drive' and let us know what you think...

In March 2026, Portuguese house prices hit another record high. But how much did they increase compared to March 2025? Muito obrigado @Veronica - Ondrejech! See you on the show this morning, along with @Carl Hyde with your updates from down south and the capital.

A Cry of Revolt in the Algarve and Alentejo… Explaining CHEGA’s rise is simple and does not require in-depth social or political studies… In regions marked by impoverishment and social discrimination, there is real revolt and frustration on the part of these communities. It is important to highlight that in the Algarve and Alentejo, they are small communities that have been facing local problems and witnessing social injustices for decades. Uncontrolled and unsupervised immigration into smaller communities is one of the most striking social factors. Social alarm and feelings of insecurity are real, and residents of these areas live in constant fear. They are tired of witnessing certain ethnic groups enjoying social privileges and impunity from the authorities. Furthermore, over the years, some ethnic groups have demonstrated to the locals the support and privileges they receive, without contributing in a significant way, (it is impossible to remain indifferent to the lifestyle of these people, who live on social support and income from the state, not fits in and there is no supervision of support), contrasting with the harsh reality of those who work without any type of support. These are smaller communities that have watched these problems drag on for decades, without receiving the same social support or incentives from the state or local authorities. Corruption and political favoritism scandals by the Socialist Party tarnished the government's reputation, while families struggled with stagnant and insufficient incomes. The lack of inspection and control over immigration has generated insecurity, fueling resentment among local communities who witness the impunity of certain ethnic groups. The Algarve, whose economy is heavily dependent on tourism, faces a deafening silence from political power. The Algarve economy depends on tourism, which is only present for three months a year, and the lack of investment in other industries. In Alentejo, once a communist stronghold, social problems persist, fueling discontent due to the lack of support for agriculture and insufficient investment in several sectors.