Policy Monitor – European Heritage Hub

Guimarães Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan

29 January 2024

In 2017 Guimarães became the most sustainable city in Portugal, with an innovative and bold urban development model combining the cultural heritage with best environmental practices and public participation. In the framework of the Action Plan sustainability measures have been defined, the implementation of which will allow compliance with the commitment made with the signature of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy – the reduction of, at least, 40% of the municipality’s emissions by 2030 and the adoption of a joint approach on mitigation and adaptation to climate

Decreto-Lei n.º 11/2024, de 8 de janeiro: alteração do estatuto das orquestras regionais (Decree-Law no. 11/2024 of 8 January: amending the statute for regional orchestras)

8 January 2024

The decree-law focuses on the establishment of regional orchestras and outlines various provisions related to their functioning. It emphasises the promotion of cultural heritage, educational activities, and training opportunities for music students and professionals. Regional orchestras pursue goals of public interest in the field of the dissemination of classical music in the different communities in which they are located. The objectives of regional orchestras are, among others, to promote people’s access to cultural enjoyment and creation, to collaborate with local institutions and cultural agents to build an integrated and richer

Estratégia Nacional de Longo Prazo para o Combate à Pobreza Energética 2023-2050, ELPPE (National Long-Term Strategy to Combat Energy Poverty 2023-2050)

8 January 2024

The National Long-Term Strategy for Combating Energy Poverty 2023-2050 (ELPPE) aims to eradicate energy poverty in Portugal by 2050, safeguarding vulnerable consumers and integrating them into energy-efficient services. The strategy aligns with the EU Directive on Energy Efficiency, defining energy poverty as the lack of access to essential energy services. It is guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 7 on renewable and accessible energy, Goal 1 on poverty eradication, and Goal 13 on climate action. The ELPPE outlines four strategic intervention axes: promoting housing energy and environmental

Plano Estratégico Municipal de Cultura de Setúbal 2030 (Setúbal Municipal Strategic Plan for Culture 2030)

26 December 2023

The Setúbal Municipal Strategic Plan for Culture 2030 is a comprehensive framework designed to enhance cultural diversity, promote accessibility, and foster sustainable development. It aims to address various aspects of cultural and community life, including reducing ecological impact, promoting local culture, and improving communication channels. The plan emphasises the importance of community involvement and engagement in cultural activities, aiming to create a more inclusive and vibrant cultural landscape. Initiatives outlined in the plan focus on multicultural programming, job creation in the cultural sector, and the preservation of heritage sites. Additionally,

Plano Estratégico para o Desenvolvimento Cultural de Tavira (Strategic Plan for the Cultural Development of Tavira)

1 December 2023

The Strategic Plan for the Cultural Development of Tavira outlines a comprehensive strategy for the cultural development of Tavira, focusing on preserving the city’s rich cultural heritage and promoting contemporary art. The document emphasises the importance of cultural values, strategic objectives, and an action plan to drive cultural growth in Tavira. It includes a detailed analysis of strategic municipal documents related to education, social issues, youth, tourism, economic development, and urban planning to inform the cultural development strategy. The preliminary version of the document highlights the significance of collaboration with

Portaria n.º 388/2023, de 23 de novembro: Estatutos do Património Cultural, I. P. (Ministerial Order no. 388/2023, of 23 November: Statutes of Cultural Heritage, I. P.)

23 November 2023

This ordinance approves and publishes the statutes of Património Cultural, I.P. (Cultural Heritage, Public Institute), which came into force on 1st of January, 2024. This new Public institution is created by the Decree Law no. 78/2023 and succeeds the Directorate-General for Cultural Heritage. The Statutes establish that the core structure of Património Cultural, I.P. is made up of the following organisational units: the Department of Cultural Assets; the Department of Projects and Works; the Department of Planning and Management; the Department of Digital Transition; and the Department of the Safeguard

Decreto-Lei n.º 78/2023, de 4 de setembro: Criação do Património Cultural, I. P. (Decree-Law no. 78/2023, of 4 September: Creation of Cultural Heritage, I. P.)

4 September 2023

This Decree-Law creates the Cultural Heritage, I. P., which succeeds in the attributions, rights, obligations and contractual position to the Directorate-General for Cultural Heritage (DGPC). Cultural Heritage, I. P., is an organism that is under oversight and guardianship of the governing area of culture and has jurisdiction throughout the national territory. The institute’s core responsibilities include inventorying, classifying, conserving, restoring, and promoting cultural heritage assets. It plays a crucial role in managing interventions in classified properties and collaborating with regional development commissions to ensure the protection and valorisation of cultural

Decreto-Lei n.º 79/2023, de 4 de setembro: Criação da Museus e Monumentos de Portugal, E. P. E. (Decree-Law no. 79/2023, of 4 September: Creation of Museus e Monumentos de Portugal, E. P. E.)

4 September 2023

This decree-law creates the Museums and Monuments of Portugal (Museus e Monumentos de Portugal, Entidade Pública Empresarial [E. P. E.]) and approves its Statutes. Museus e Monumentos de Portugal, E. P. E., replaces the Directorate-General for Cultural Heritage in terms of its mission, remit, assets and human resources in the following areas: – Management of national museums, monuments and palaces; – Implementation of the national museological policy; and – Protection, conservation and restoration, research, valorisation and communication of national collections and movable cultural heritage. It is a legal person governed

Portaria n.º 249/2023, de 2 de agosto: Quota mínima obrigatória de música portuguesa nos programas de radiofónicos (Ministerial Order no. 249/2023, of August 2: Mandatory minimum quota of Portuguese music in radio programmes)

2 August 2023

Article 41 of Portuguese Law 54/2010 of December 24th states that “the musical programming of radio program services must comprise Portuguese music, with a minimum quota varying between 25% and 40%.” Under the terms of article 46, the government is responsible for establishing the quota for broadcasting Portuguese music by decree, for periods of one year. Accordingly, this government order establishes the mandatory minimum quota of 30% Portuguese music in the musical programming of radio broadcasting program services for the period of one year, starting September 1st, 2023. The document

Portaria n.º 238/2023, de 28 de julho: Sistema de Incentivos «Internacionalização, Modernização e Transição Digital do Livro e dos Autores» (Ministerial Order no. 238/2023, of July 28: ‘Internationalisation, Modernisation and Digital Transition of Books and Authors’ Incentive Scheme)

28 July 2023

This Ordinance approves the Regulation of the Incentive System “Internationalisation, Modernisation and Digital Transition of Books and Authors”, related to investment C04-i01, “Cultural Networks and Digital Transition” of the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), attached to this Ordinance and of which it forms an integral part. This system focuses on supporting the digital transformation of cultural networks within the arts, literature, and cultural heritage sectors. Eligible expenses encompass a wide range of activities such as the development of audiobooks, ebooks, and the modernization of bookstores to adapt to the digital

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