The Secretary of State for Social Security, Clara Marques Mendes, attended the ceremony and praised the true ‘public service’ of these institutions.

The Asilo de S. José, in Braga, celebrated 175 years of life and service to the elderly and frail, with gratitude to its management and staff. At the solemn session, which took place in the Aula Magna of the Catholic University, the chairman of the board, José Luís Cunha, took advantage of the presence of the Secretary of State for Social Security to demand more justice in social support, especially by increasing contributions.

Clara Marques Mendes praised the organisation, which is a fundamental partner of the State and performs a ‘true public service’.