Liberal Initiative Candidate for Barreiro Proposes Construction Tax Reductions to Tackle Housing Crisis
During a public session organized by the Rotary Club of Barreiro, the Liberal Initiative's (IL) candidate for the municipal presidency, Bruno Barradas, presented his electoral program, identifying the housing shortage as a "chronic, silent problem" and a top priority for his administration. The candidate announced his intention to implement significant fiscal measures, including a proposal for the "reduction of taxes across the entire construction line" to address the issue.
The presentation detailed nine strategic objectives for the municipality, with housing being a central theme. Barradas responded to questions from the audience by confirming that his plan involves several steps of fiscal revision aimed at stimulating the housing market. This policy is designed to increase the supply of available housing, which the candidate believes is critically insufficient relative to demand, leading to a high number of evictions. The proposal aims to create a more favorable environment for private construction and investment within the municipality.
Another key infrastructure proposal discussed was the need for improved mobility and new access routes. Barradas specifically mentioned the necessity of a new road bridge connecting Barreiro and Seixal, a project intended to enhance regional connectivity. The mobility plan also includes the creation of more bus routes and an extension of public transport operating hours to better align with other transport modalities, such as the ferry services connecting to Lisbon.
The candidate's platform also includes a 'Digital Barreiro' initiative, a program designed to attract technology firms and modernize the local economy. Team member Catalin Schitco, also a speaker at the event, criticized what he described as excessive control by the state and municipal council over the local economy, arguing for an end to the centralization of power in Barreiro to foster economic growth. The program also calls for enhanced public safety through the creation of a municipal police force and the installation of video surveillance in key areas.
The session covered a range of other topics, including proposals for better governance with increased transparency, programs for the protection of the elderly, and initiatives for youth and education. Barradas stated that a primary objective of his candidacy is the defense of democracy and a departure from populist politics. The candidate's proposals represent a clear policy direction focused on fiscal incentives and private sector involvement to resolve structural issues within the municipality.
The electoral platform also addresses economic disparities, with Schitco noting a discrepancy of only 8,000 jobs for a population of 80,000 citizens. The proposed economic policies aim to reverse this trend by fostering a more open and dynamic business environment. The candidate concluded by reaffirming his commitment to a transparent and effective governance model for Barreiro. Understand policy impacts on your Portugal property plans at realestate-lisbon.com.
