A political agreement between the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Socialist Party (PS) has secured the creation of a unified social benefit program in Portugal, known as the Prestação Social Única (PSU). Despite welcoming the agreement, the Socialists have stated they will closely monitor the reference value established for the benefit. This oversight will occur during the decree-law’s approval process by parliament. The PS clarified that the specific benefit amount was not part of the initial agreement reached with the PSD. The parties reached consensus before the final parliamentary vote on the proposal. The PSU aims to consolidate various social assistance programs into a single payment. The Socialists intend to ensure the final value aligns with their expectations and objectives for the program.