Aguiar-Branco wants to know if parties accept debate

The President of the Parliament has requested parties to clarify within 24 hours if they agree to schedule a housing debate requested by the PCP, allowing for a change in the Budget discussion calendar. José Pedro Aguiar-Branco emphasized that the debate can only be scheduled if no political force opposes the agenda change. This decision follows a PCP request for an urgent debate on police actions during recent protests. The President noted that parliamentary rules require consensus for any exceptional changes to the Budget schedule, highlighting the importance of maintaining parliamentary stability and equal treatment among parties. The urgency of the situation justifies the rapid consultation of leaders to determine consensus on the proposed changes.