Source: Freepik Author: Redaction The Apoiar Freguesias (Supporting Parishes) Programme , which provides 100% reimbursement for parishes expenses with medical equipment and devices, personal protective equipment, laboratory analyses, tests and other diagnostic means, as well as medical assistance and other basic health needs, following the pandemic period, saw its order changed in the Diário da República (Official Gazette) due to an oversight in the analysis of applications. According to the publication, the government had already announced that the parishes would receive 4.3 million euros, but the applications submitted by the Parish Union of Prazins Santo Tirso and Corvite, in the municipality of Guimarães, and the Parish of Pampilhosa, in the municipality of Mealhada, were not analysed. Once the order was amended to include these two applications, it was decreed that the two parishes will receive a total of 6,748 euros to help pay for Covid-19 expenses throughout 2020 . Guimarães will receive 1,662 euros, while Mealhada will receive 5,086 euros. There was also another oversight involving the allocation of 866 euros to the parish of Cabril, in the municipality of Montalegre, which should have gone to the parish of Cabril, in the municipality of Castro Daire. The decree-law published on 1 February reads: it appears, however, that due to an error on the part of the bodies responsible for analysing applications under the Supporting Parishes Programme, financial support to the value of 865.92 euros was wrongly proposed to the parish of Cabril, in the municipality of Montalegre, instead of the parish of Cabril, in the municipality of Castro Daire, and, on the other hand, the applications submitted by the União das Freguesisas de Prazins Santo Tirso e Corvite, in the municipality of Guimarães, with eligible support of 1. 662 euros, and by the parish of Pampilhosa, in the municipality of Mealhada, with eligible support totalling 5,086 euros. Read more: Real estate funds increase focus on residential property , Lisbon launches applications for rent support
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction Theres still time to validate all invoices with a tax number on the Finance Portal , via e-Fatura. This way, youll be able to take advantage of the IRS deductions to be declared this year, relating to income in 2023. You have until 26 February to do so. Communicating your household Dont forget that you have until 15 February to report any changes to the composition of your household (change of residence, marriage, divorce, etc.). It takes no more than 2 minutes on the Tax Office Portal. How to validate invoices To validate invoices correctly, simply access e-Fatura and associate the sector of activity with the respective invoices , indicating, in the case of green receipts, whether the expenses are related to the exercise of the activity to which it is associated, in whole or in part. Read more about: Taxes: until when can you validate IRS invoices? , Tax authorities issue warning about new IRS discount rule
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction Promoted by the Portuguese Shopping Centre Association (APCC), the 2024 edition of the Retail Incubation Programme is once again open to applications from historic national shops that want to move their business to shopping centres. These retail units, which are commonly associated with the concept of traditional commerce, may, with a view to expanding their retail business, have the opportunity to test the concept in a shopping centre environment, says the APCC. The initiative is being developed in partnership with the Directorate-General for Economic Activities (DGAE) and the Union of Trade and Services Associations of the Lisbon and Tagus Valley Region (UACS). Historic shops that are interested in this competition can submit their application until 5 April by filling in the online form available on the APPC website. Shops are eligible for the competition if they are engaged in food and retail activities, are classified as historic shops and meet the parameters of sustainability, innovation and originality, as well as having applicability in shopping centre operations and the potential to complement shopping centres. Read other issues of SUPERCASA News: Industry: turnover is falling sharply , Number of municipalities collecting IRC this year rises compared to 2023
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction The Moimenta da Beira City Council has already planted more than 250 trees in the area between the municipal stadium and the municipalitys industrial zone, with the aim of creating a new Forest Park equipped with recreational and leisure facilities. According to the municipality, seven hectares of land have already been planted with species including stone pines, birches, oaks, alders and poplars, and are designed to provide infrastructure such as areas for relaxation and contemplation, street furniture, circulation routes and pedestrian access. The aim of this park is to contribute to climate mitigation in the town, creating comfort for the inhabitants of the area where the space is being designed. Paulo Figueiredo, Mayor of Moimenta , emphasises: were going to give green life to this whole area, which at the moment is uncharacteristic and has no landscape setting within the urban fabric, but which with the planting of various tree species, which has already been characterised, is beginning to come to life. The park will be called Insula Natura and will have areas of shade, through deciduous and evergreen trees, which will create different scenic effects throughout the year, through the colour of the foliage, the trunk and the flower they will take on in the different seasons. And with regard to climate mitigation, Paulo Figueiro points out that the park will create a climate with an identity of the surrounding urbanised space (stadium, sports pavilion, schools, some urban areas and industrial units), as well as an atmospheric ambience that is generally more favourable from a bioclimatic point of view, he adds. Similar news: Gondomar proposes €182M investment for affordable housing , Gaia to invest around €1.5M to renovate Biological Park
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction The José Manuel Alves Award - Tourism Entrepreneurship Competition and the Academic Thesis Competition have once again been launched by Turismo Centro de Portugal (TCP), with the aim of supporting the best business ideas for the tourism sector and also of enhancing the scientific knowledge produced about the activity. The award pays tribute to the former president of the Centro Tourism Region , one of the founders of the regions tourism investment support office. The competition will reward initiatives that reflect this spirit of entrepreneurship and valorization , in the areas of tourist accommodation, which includes tourist enterprises and local accommodation, travel agencies and tour operators, as well as catering and drinking establishments. Eligible for participation in the competition are projects that have not yet started a tourism activity , as well as driverless car rental projects, tourist entertainment activities or technology-based projects associated with the sector. Last years winner was O Nosso Fado, which presented the proposal to build an eco-hostel in the Serra da Lousã to promote sustainability and the development of the local economy. The Academic Thesis Competition, now in its eighth edition, distinguishes the knowledge generated by the scientific community about tourism , with the aim of bringing it closer to companies in the sector. Other news that may interest you: Hotel industry: average price per room rises to 141€ in 2023 , Gaia to invest around 1.5M€ to renovate Biological Park or Algarve and Alentejo have new measures to prevent drought
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction The 5th progress report on the monitoring of the Long-Term Strategy for the Renovation of Buildings (ELPRE) found a decrease in primary energy consumption of around 4.2% in the buildings sector , with CO2 emissions falling to 44.1% by November. ELPRE estimates that the percentage of buildings renovated to include energy efficiency strategies is close to 2% compared to 2018. Although the buildings sector is progressing along a path that favours decarbonization, by reducing CO2 emissions and primary energy consumption, ADENE is warning of the need to step up investment in energy renovation, making it a key factor in achieving the goals set for 2050. In order to achieve these goals, ELPRE recommends implementing measures to improve the information available about the building stock and strengthening the creation of more financial mechanisms and tax benefits for renovation and the creation of a specific action plan for the rehabilitation of buildings eligible for these interventions. Follow other topics in SUPERCASA News
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction REN - Redes Energéticas Nacionais , the operator of Portugals electricity and natural gas transmission networks, and Atlante, the NHOA Group company dedicated to fast and ultra-fast charging for electric vehicles , signed a Memorandum of Understanding today, February 1, for the development of five projects in Portugal using the speed-E grid connection solution, developed and patented by REN, at selected Atlante fast charging stations, according to a statement sent to SUPERCASA Notícias. Speed-E is an innovative mobility solution that allows electric vehicles to be charged directly from the electricity transmission network , i.e. from Very High Voltage lines. By allowing direct connection to the transmission network, in addition to providing energy for charging electric vehicles , the solution paves the way for the expansion of charging infrastructures to locations where it is present. In Portugal, this represents an extension of approximately 9,000 km. The solution guarantees the simultaneous supply of energy to several fast and/or ultra-fast chargers, while its modular architecture also allows for the customization and progressive scalability of projects, keeping pace with customers energy requirements and the ever-increasing penetration of electric vehicles. The partnership between REN and Atlante will result in the worlds first fast charging stations for electric vehicles powered directly by very high voltage transmission lines. This demonstrates Atlantes commitment to implementing the most advanced technological solutions , offering electric vehicle users a charging experience without limits, while mitigating the growing global demand for energy. For João Faria Conceição, RENs COO, this partnership reflects RENs ability to develop solutions for the energy transition, contributing positively to the decarbonization of society. Atlante is an obvious partner for speed-E in Portugal, not only for its vast experience in the charging sector but also for recognizing, from the outset, the strategic potential of this innovative tool to promote faster and safer charging of electric vehicles, mitigating future challenges related to a greater need for energy availability. Keep up to date with more topics like this in SUPERCASA News
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction If you are moving house or have already done so, it is important to remember that you have 60 days to change the address on your Citizens Card. If you fail to meet this deadline, you will be subject to a fine and lose the right to receive tax benefits. To regularize your address, you can go to a branch of the Institute of Registries and Notaries, or do it online. This process will automatically change your address in the Registries, the Tax Office, Social Security, the National Health Service and the Electoral Register. When should you change your tax address? In the event of a change of permanent home, whether bought or rented, you have a maximum of 60 days to notify the tax office of this change. Failure to comply can lead to a fine of between 75 and 375 euros and the loss of some tax benefits , such as exemption from IMI or the deduction of rents paid from the IRS . How do I change my tax address? The change can be made in person, at the Citizens Bureau or at the Citizens Card service desks. If you prefer, you can also do it online, on the autenticacao.gov portal, free of charge. To make the change online, you need to authenticate with the Digital Mobile Key and associated cell phone, or with a card reader. Follow these steps: Access the Eportugal portal; Authenticate yourself with your digital mobile key or citizens card; Check your details. To change your own address, select the option In your own name , fill in the details and then Next ; To change the address of a minor child, click on the option In the name of a third party and fill in the details; Enter the zip code and click on the magnifying glass. Confirm the data and click Ok; Fill in the fields for the new address and select Next ; Finally, confirm your details by clicking Yes , then Next and Logout. At this stage, the change of address has not finished. After requesting the change of address, either online or in person, you will receive a letter from the tax office with the address confirmation code at your new address within five working days (in the case of Madeira and the Azores, this may take a few more days), so that you can validate it later on the portal. Confirm the change of address: Access the Eportugal portal; Authenticate yourself with a digital mobile key or citizens card; Enter the new address confirmation code (indicated in the letter you received) and click Next ; Log out. You can follow the process of changing your address on the ePortugal portal by selecting the option Reserved area > Log in. Alternatively, you can do it over the phone, via the Citizen Line, or in person at a Citizen Space. Follow these and other topics in SUPERCASA News .
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction JLL , Portugals leading property consultancy, is celebrating a year of significant contributions to social responsibility, highlighting its ongoing commitment to the communities where it operates . During 2023, according to the information provided to the SUPERCASA Notícias newsroom, the company led various activities that positively impacted various institutions and people in Portugal, making a difference. During 2023, the JLL team mobilised a dedicated group of 269 volunteers, who are company employees, demonstrating a strong spirit of collaboration and solidarity . Over the course of the year, 450 hours were invested in volunteering, JLL contributed 360 kilos of food to support anti-hunger initiatives, and during the festive season, donated around €3,400 in food for the Christmas dinner, providing special meals for the neediest families and thus emphasising the commitment of JLL employees to social responsibility. The team actively participated in blood donation drives in partnership with the ISPT, demonstrating a vital commitment to the health of the community. Cross-sector collaboration was key, with 10 teams and departments across the JLL group continuously involved in social responsibility initiatives. JLL concentrated its efforts on four institutions throughout the year: SOUMA, Centro Social e Paroquial S. Francisco de Paula, Dona Ajuda, and CAPITI. With a weekly volunteer team at SOUMA, a monthly team at the S. Francisco de Paula Social and Parish Centre and consistent donations, the company sought to create a lasting impact. The JLL Solidarity Christmas Market , held for the second year running at the consultancys headquarters in Lisbon, was a great success. The event brought together 8 charitable organisations, providing a unique experience for employees, friends, clients and partners to buy Christmas presents and contribute to social causes. The initiative raised around €4,000, which went entirely to the various organisations that took part. Marta Carvalho, Head of Marketing & Communications at JLL, emphasises the importance of these actions: it is part of our DNA to get involved with the community and contribute to various causes with which we identify, especially in a challenging climate such as that experienced by many families in Portugal. The spirit shown by all our employees is truly inspiring and the willingness to help is growing and reflects JLLs commitment to maintaining a positive role in the community . According to the information SUPERCASA Notícias has had access to, JLL aims to continue this commitment to making a difference in the communities where it operates and continues to create a positive social impact , reinforcing its commitment to making a difference. More topics that may interest you: Investment in decarbonising buildings needs to be stepped up
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction Despite continuing to move in the direction of decarbonization , the buildings sector is still responsible for 33% of final energy consumption and around 18% of total greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). In this sense, and according to ADENE - Agência para a Energia, it is necessary to continue to insist on strategies to combat GHG emissions, as well as investment in energy rehabilitation , with a view to achieving all the goals set for 2050. These targets are included in the 5th progress report of the coordination group for the Long-Term Strategy for Building Renovation (ELPRE), approved by the government and in force since February 2021. According to ADENE: This path towards decarbonization is the result of the current energy mix and some efforts in terms of energy rehabilitation of the national building stock. The results obtained may undergo some adjustments in the coming years as they have been affected by a number of factors, including changes in consumption patterns due to the Covid-19 pandemic, upstream changes in energy production, the end of the use of coal in the electricity generation system and widespread increases in energy prices, also a consequence of the war in Ukraine. Based on the data in the report, the organization mentions that primary energy consumption in the buildings sector has already fallen to around 4.2% , with CO2 emissions down to 44.1%. On the other hand, the percentage of renovated buildings will be close to only 2% compared to 2018 . Objectives and targets set by ELPRE According to ELPREs report, there are 9 objectives to be achieved by 2050, including a 34% reduction in primary energy consumption, a 63% increase in local renewable energy production and a 77% reduction in GHG emissions. To achieve these goals, some of the following measures must be implemented: Creation of an action plan to implement the actions envisaged in the ELPRE action axes under preparation; Creation of a concrete action plan for the rehabilitation of the public administrations housing stock; Strengthening and creating more financial mechanisms and tax benefits for renovation and energy efficiency; Improving the information available on the building stock. Other sustainability topics you might like to read about: Electricity production forecast to grow the most in 30 years , Bioarchitecture: the trend thats here to stay and What ESG is and How to apply it in your real estate company
Source: Freepik Author: Redaction Last Thursday, January 18, the government presented new measures to combat the drought in the Algarve and Alentejo regions , following the 18th meeting of the Permanent Commission for the Prevention, Monitoring and Follow-up of the Effects of Drought. The situation in these two locations is critical, not only for the inhabitants of the region who consume the water , but also for agricultural producers who have seen their production damaged. The decisions will therefore apply to public and agricultural supplies, but also to tourism . With regard to public supplies, it has been decided to reduce urban consumption in the region by 15% compared to the same period last year. In agricultural supply , there should be a 25% reduction in consumption , which includes 50% of the volume licensed for irrigation in the Sotavento hydro-agricultural perimeter. In addition to this, the volume used for irrigation from the Funcho reservoir will be reduced by around 40% and groundwater abstraction by up to 15% as a rule. As far as tourism is concerned, consumption in tourist resorts will be reduced by up to 15% , the same percentage also applying to groundwater abstraction. Farmers argue that the crisis was caused by the government The National Confederation of Agriculture (CNA) points to successive governments as the main culprits for the lack of water in the two southern regions of the country, leaving some suggestions for mitigating the problem, including how to combat production losses. The crisis plaguing the Algarve (and the Alentejo), such as the lack of water, materializes the absence of work and strategic policy that prioritizes the populations and is especially serious in a region where this situation was predicted decades ago. The crisis in the south of the country has its own culprits: the political choices of successive governments , argues the CNA. At the root of these accusations is the failure to implement the National Irrigation Plan , as well as the cuts stipulated for supply, which, in the Confederations opinion, involved the usual tricks . As a result, a public hearing has been proposed in various forums, including the Permanent Commission for the Prevention, Monitoring and Follow-up of the Effects of Drought. Keep up to date with SUPERCASA News
Source: SUPERCASA Author: Redaction The Algarve is one of Portugals most sought-after destinations when it comes to vacations and real estate investment in higher segments, and is increasingly a dynamic region with great life opportunities to offer its inhabitants. Proof of this is the widespread demand for skilled labor in the hotel and tourism areas. With the start of the high season in mid-May, several companies are opening the year looking for new employees , as is the case at Pine Cliffs Resort , which has vacancies for 270 workers in various positions. The human resources director, Nicole Guerreiro, says that the resort is looking for dynamic profiles who, above all , show a desire to learn and grow , but she would not say what the expected salary range is for future employees. To promote this recruitment drive, the Pine Cliffs Resort will open its doors next Tuesday, January 30, for an open day so that candidates can get to know the teams and the space: our open day will be from 10h00 to 16h00. First of all, well give a presentation of the resort with testimonies from employees , confirms the director. Organized into groups by area of interest, the managers will give the candidates a tour of the resort, which will end with the respective interviews . According to the human resources director, whats at stake is an attractive benefits package , both for permanent and fixed-term workers, and a training and development plan for each area of work . The areas for which the resort is hiring are diverse, but most are linked to more operational areas , such as cooks, waiters, warehouse workers, receptionists, baggage handlers, room attendants, childrens monitors and beach monitors. The fact that Pine Cliffs belongs to a group that owns other properties in Portugal gives candidates a greater opportunity for career development and professional development , concludes Nicole Guerreiro. Also read: Digital Training Voucher: 586 applications have already been approved , Male graduates earn around 23% more than women or Fewer companies plan to hire in 2024
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