Minister: Portugal did not understand population growth

The Minister of Education acknowledged the housing crisis in Portugal, attributing it to a significant population increase that has not been adequately addressed. He emphasized the need for more measures to ensure housing access for young people, noting that construction and licensing processes are slow. While the government has implemented some initiatives, such as tax benefits for young people and improved housing credit access, he admitted these efforts are insufficient. The minister refrained from commenting on police actions during recent housing protests in Lisbon and Porto, highlighting the importance of public order.