Intermunicipal communities of Portugal

In this article, we will explore the impact of Intermunicipal communities of Portugal on different aspects of society. From his contributions in the scientific field to his influence on popular culture, Intermunicipal communities of Portugal has left his mark in countless fields. Throughout history, Intermunicipal communities of Portugal has been the object of debate and admiration, generating conflicting opinions and arousing the curiosity of millions of people around the world. In this sense, it is fascinating to analyze how Intermunicipal communities of Portugal has shaped the world we know today, as well as the implications its legacy has for the future. Therefore, this article aims to address the transversal impact that Intermunicipal communities of Portugal has had on society, providing a comprehensive vision of its relevance and significance.

Map of intermunicipal communities, metropolitan areas, and autonomous communities of Portugal

The intermunicipal community (Portuguese: comunidade intermunicipal) is a type of administrative division in Portugal. Since the 2013 local government reform, there are 21 intermunicipal communities.[1] They replaced the urban communities, the intermunicipal communities for general purposes and some metropolitan areas that were created in 2003,[2][3][4] and abolished in 2008.[5][2] The territories of the intermunicipal communities are the basis of the NUTS III statistical regions.

The branches of administration of the intermunicipal community are the intermunicipal assembly, the intermunicipal council, the intermunicipal executive secretariat and the strategic board for intermunicipal development. The intermunicipal assembly is composed of elected members of the municipal assemblies of the municipalities. The intermunicipal council is composed of the presidents of the municipal chambers of the municipalities.[1]

List

The intermunicipal communities are:[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Law nr. 75/2013" (pdf). Diário da República (in Portuguese). Assembly of the Republic (Portugal). Retrieved 13 August 2014.
  2. ^ a b Fernanda Paula Oliveira (2009), The Evolution and Regulation of the Metropolitan Areas in Portugal at the Internet Archive PDF (677 kB)
  3. ^ "Law nr. 10/2003" (pdf). Diário da República (in Portuguese). Assembly of the Republic (Portugal). Retrieved 13 August 2014.
  4. ^ "Law nr. 11/2003" (pdf). Diário da República (in Portuguese). Assembly of the Republic (Portugal). Retrieved 13 August 2014.
  5. ^ "Law nr. 45/2008" (pdf). Diário da República (in Portuguese). Assembly of the Republic (Portugal). Retrieved 13 August 2014.