Manuel Castro Almeida was responding in parliament to questions from the PSD about the Government's actions to address the damage caused by storms Kristin, Leonardo and Marta at the end of January and the beginning of February, which affected municipalities mainly in the centre of the continent.
"Yes, the government will submit an application to the European Union's solidarity fund," the minister replied, without adding details.
The European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF) provides rapid and flexible financial assistance of up to €1 billion annually to Member States affected by serious natural disasters.
In response to the PS, Castro Almeida denied blaming municipalities for delays in procedures that lead to aid delivery to affected populations and stressed that "there are many problems that are hindering payments."
"We need to be as quick as possible with as little bureaucracy as possible," he said.
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Out comes the begging bowl again!
By Mark from Porto on 19 Mar 2026, 14:31
Where can I submit application for solidarity fund to address the mental distress and financial losses caused by AIMA's delay in issuing residence card????????
By Jon from Porto on 19 Mar 2026, 15:38
"We need to be as quick as possible with as little bureaucracy as possible," he said. - LOL little bureacracy when you need money, but maximum bureacracy for immigrants waiting for the appointments, residence cards, etc.
By S.A. from Other on 20 Mar 2026, 11:50
“Will submit” WHY hasn’t it already been done? People are still without power. Families have had no assistance. Only some small charities are on the ground helping to make a difference. Whereas some larger charities are nowhere to be seen. Where is the money & food going?
I know this because I am a volunteer.
By lauree lennon from Lisbon on 20 Mar 2026, 18:55