Housing. Secretary of State advocates for broader understanding and avoids controversies

The Secretary of State for Housing, Patrícia Gonçalves Costa, emphasized the need for a broad consensus on housing issues without assigning blame. She announced plans to increase public housing in Portugal from two to eight percent by 2030, highlighting the significance of these measures compared to rising property prices. Despite Portugal's leading position in housing difficulties, as noted by the OECD, the government faces criticism from the opposition, which blames the Socialist Party for the housing crisis. Gonçalves Costa urged for a non-ideological approach to address the needs of young people seeking to live in Portugal, acknowledging their capabilities and the importance of collective efforts to find solutions.