Left Block Questions Government About Delays in Opening Arts Support Grant Competitions for 2027-2030
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Left Block Questions Government About Delays in Opening Arts Support Grant Competitions for 2027-2030

SAPO Notícias10 September 2026 at 16:11

The Left Block presented questions to the Ministry of Culture regarding the delays in opening arts support grant competitions for the 2027-2030 period. The party raises concerns about the lack of response from the Government and the difficulties in accessing new applications. The arts support competitions are fundamental for the funding and sustainability of artists and cultural structures in Portugal. The Left Block intends to obtain clarification on the scheduled timeline for opening these competitions and the reasons for the delays observed.

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