A decree proposed to prohibit the display of ideological or partisan flags on government buildings in Portugal has been sent back to parliament by the Prime Minister. The proposal, which passed on April 17th, was approved by the PSD, Chega, and CDS-PP parties. It aimed to restrict the use of flags representing specific political ideologies or parties on public properties. The Prime Minister’s decision effectively suspends the implementation of the decree and returns it to the legislative body for further consideration. This move suggests potential opposition from the governing party or concerns regarding the decree’s scope and implications. The future of the legislation remains uncertain as it awaits further debate and potential revisions within parliament. The decree sparked debate regarding freedom of expression and the neutrality of public spaces.