The Portuguese government has announced a 16% increase in funding for special education, boosting monthly payments to schools to 836.60 euros per student. This represents an increase of 120.21 euros per student compared to the previous amount. The additional funds are intended to improve resources and support for students with special needs. However, school officials are expressing concern that the increased funding remains inadequate to fully address the challenges faced by special education programs. They argue that more substantial investment is necessary to provide truly effective support. Despite this shortfall, the increase represents a step towards better resources for inclusive education in Portugal. The schools are continuing to advocate for further financial support to meet the evolving needs of their students.