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Carneiro accuses Chega of trying to deceive Portuguese people about fuel prices

Diário de Leiria13 September 2026 at 15:00

The Secretary-General of PS accused Chega of trying to deceive the Portuguese people about fuel prices. The accusation was made to journalists upon arrival at the PS National Municipal Convention, which took place yesterday in Leiria.

The socialist leader took the opportunity to criticise the communication of the Chega party, considering that it was transmitting misleading information to Portuguese citizens regarding the fuel issue.

The PS National Municipal Convention took place in the city of Leiria, bringing together party members for discussion of municipal issues. This event served as the backdrop for the political statements to the media.

The episode fits within the broader context of the Portuguese political debate on the cost of living and fuel prices, themes that have been at the centre of discussions among the main national parties.

Why this matters

This inter-party accusation is relevant for Portuguese readers because fuel prices are a daily concern with direct impact on family budgets. The exchange of accusations between PS and Chega on this topic reflects the political tensions around a theme that directly affects consumers and that tends to be central in municipal electoral discussions.

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