Rescue, Mr. Prime Minister

In Portugal, there is a housing crisis with vacant homes and a lack of affordable rentals for young people and families. The government's new rental law, supported by Chega and Iniciativa Liberal, allows landlords to increase rents without limits and expedite evictions, raising concerns about tenant security. The proposed Public Rental Security Guarantee by the Socialist Party aims to protect both landlords and tenants by ensuring rent payments and covering damages, while promoting formal rental agreements. This initiative seeks to alleviate the housing issue without compromising either party's interests. The author urges the Prime Minister to reconsider the current law in favor of this more balanced solution.