BE: Pedro Duarte did not break with the tourism-dependent model

The Porto branch of the Left Bloc criticized Mayor Pedro Duarte for failing to break away from an economy overly reliant on tourism and real estate during his first year in office. They highlighted ongoing housing crises and criticized recent zoning decisions that favored financial compensation over affordable housing. The party also condemned municipal actions against illegal housing without providing solutions for affected residents, arguing that these measures reflect a disregard for social issues. While acknowledging some positive developments, such as free public transport, they asserted that these do not suffice to change the city's overall model.