The Council of the European Union has adopted a recommendation aimed at preventing housing exclusion. The measures mentioned in the Lusa summary include support with rent payments and action to prevent evictions.

The document places access to housing and the ability to remain in a home at the centre of the response to vulnerability. The available information outlines courses of action but does not specify amounts, eligibility criteria or implementation schedules.

For households, landlords and support organisations, it will be relevant to follow how these guidelines are translated into practical measures. The report alone does not establish that a new benefit has been introduced in Portugal or that a national eviction procedure has changed.

Follow national announcements for details of any support and eligibility requirements.