Portugal’s new Minister for Culture has concluded a visit to the Algarve with news that there is no news.
Questioned about funding for the Algarve vibrant, yet cash poor raft of cultural activities and notable buildings, João Soares said that the country is in "an emergency situation," that he does not yet know what funds will be available this year for his cultural agenda.
He did add that the current government is willing to "elevate the culture sector" in terms of its funding priorities.