The Aliens Act held at the Constitutional Court: what is actually in force — Note, 27 August 2026
In short: there is a widespread belief that the immigration rules have already changed. They have not. The decree has
In short: there is a widespread belief that the immigration rules have already changed. They have not. The decree has
In short: Law No. 34/2026 takes effect on 1 September and carries no transitional rule — it applies to investigations
VAT on urban rehabilitation: interpretative statute drops the operation requirement and takes effect from 2009 Law No. 48/2026 of 17
Cultural patronage reformed: cultural entity and initiative titles, uplift of up to 150% and an overall 1% cap Decree-Law No.
Criminal procedure reform enters into force on 1 September with no transitional rule and catches pending cases Law No. 34/2026
Pear orchards: 591.50 euros per hectare for sanitary pruning against fire blight, applications until 4 September Eligible applicants are individuals
The new Aliens Act still has no effect: Constitutional Court yet to rule The request for prior review was filed
A used car that catches fire six months later is presumed to have been non-conforming at delivery The Supreme Court
Works logbook: site supervisor signs only where one exists, new ministerial order clarifies The second amendment to Ministerial Order No.
Restructuring proceedings: a creditor may apply to the judge for access to the documents supporting claims never filed The Évora