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National Local Government Convention: PS gathers over a thousand local officials today in Leiria and promises new commitments for local power
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National Local Government Convention: PS gathers over a thousand local officials today in Leiria and promises new commitments for local power

SAPO Notícias12 September 2026 at 09:15

The Socialist Party holds this Saturday, in Leiria, the National Local Government Convention 2026, an event that brings together over a thousand local officials from across the country. Participating in this convention are representatives from parishes, municipalities, municipal assemblies, and municipal chambers, representing different levels of local government in Portugal.

The event marks an important moment in the party's preparation for the next local elections. During the convention, PS promises to present new commitments aimed at local power, addressing issues that directly affect municipalities and local communities.

This gathering of local officials in Leiria demonstrates the importance that the Socialist Party attributes to local power and the mobilization of its elected officials. The convention also serves as a platform to reinforce party cohesion and define priorities for local governance in the coming years.

Why this matters

This convention is relevant for readers interested in national politics, as it marks the position of the main opposition party regarding local power and anticipates commitments that may influence the next local elections. The event gathers a significant portion of the country's local officials, signaling PS's strength in this sector.

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