Portuguese communities quarrel with lithium miners as battle continues to save their land

lithium quarrelThe lush, green hills where Paulo Pires has for years taken his sheep to graze above the picturesque northern village he inhabits may soon be transformed by the uncaring drive forward to feed the need to power electric vehicles. The signs of change already seen in the hills around him already give  him sleepless nights, he claims.

Albufeira Mayor sets out 150 million euro plan to shake up municipality

albufeira 2023 investmentJosé Carlos Rolo, Mayor of Albufeira, has presented his plans for the municipality leading up to 2023, explaining how through his leadership in the municipal executive the council will sow seeds for the future of Albufeira.  Education, Housing and Social Action are the main priorities for the municipality.

New GNR station in Almancil set to reinforce Algarve as a safe destination in tackling crime

new gnr stationAn old dream has come true today. The new GNR stations in Almancil was inaugurated this Friday, February 14th, giving police officers the conditions "to affirm the Algarve as a safe destination". The opening ceremony was attended by Eduardo Cabrita, Minister of Internal Administration.

Olhão Council installs new electric vehicle charging station

olhao charging stationA new PCN charging station now allows for the charging of two electric vehicles simultaneously, and is located at Rua Vitoriano Rosa, next to the Algarve Outlet pharmacy.

Portugal among countries criticized by EU over delays in money-laundering reforms

criticism money launderingThe European Commission has sent legal warnings to Portugal, as well as Cyprus, the Netherlands and five other EU states over their delays in taking action to account for new anti-money laundering rules adopted by European Union two years ago.

Faro accountant arrested by Borders Service for assisting illegal immigration

faro accountantA registered accountant has been arrested in Faro, by the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF), over suspected aiding illegal immigration and falsification of documents.

Upset patients to protest against healthcare decline in Algarve hospitals

protest hospitalThe Commission of Users of the National Health Service (SNS) have planned for Saturday a demonstration outside Portimão Hospital in protest against the decline of clinical services, demanding greater investment for healthcare in the region.

U.S. firms keen to expand Sines port for energy trade, says Energy Secretary on visit

us secretaryThe U.S. government and businesses are eyeing an Atlantic port in Sines as a springboard for expansion and an increased presence in Europe, the U.S. Energy Secretary, Dan Brouillette, said on Wednesday.