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Government admits to giving extraordinary supplement to pensioners in 2027

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Briefings

The Portuguese government confirmed it will issue an extraordinary pension supplement in 2027 based on current budget constraints, a move that contrasts with previous years' permanent increases. The decree specifies fixed amounts (200 euros for lower pensions up to 537.13 euros, 150 euros for 537.13-1074.26 euros, and 100 euros above 1074.26 euros) payable once in December, not as a permanent raise. This decision was made after the opposition failed to secure permanent increases in the 2026 budget, with the government explicitly choosing to advance this measure over the 'revenue' approach of the previous administration.

Key points

• The government will pay a one-time 200 euro bonus to pensioners with monthly pensions up to 537.13 euros in December 2027.
• Pensioners with higher monthly pensions receive 150 euros for those between 537.13 and 1074.26 euros, and 100 euros for those above 1074.26 euros.

Context

This decision follows the 2026 budget where the opposition blocked permanent pension increases, leading the government to adopt a temporary supplement approach similar to previous years, explicitly rejecting the 'revenue' strategy of the previous administration.

Limitations

The decree details specific amounts and thresholds but does not specify the total budget impact or the exact number of pensioners affected by each tier.

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