The extension of parental leave, the access of foreigners to the National Health Service and the parliamentary commissions of inquiry into Santa Casa and Efacec are some of the ‘dossiers’ that expire with the dissolution of parliament. After the motion of no-confidence in the mainland PSD/CDS-PP Government that fell last…
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The island of Porto Santo has been honoured through the official registration of a hybrid orchid. The ‘Cattlianthe Praia do Porto Santo’ results from the crossing of Cattleya crispata and Guarianthe x laelioides, being a botanical tribute to the golden island. “The new hybrid species, one of which is originally…
The TasteAtlas platform has compiled a list of the 50 best breads in the world, that places Madeiran Bolo do Caco in 11th place. In addition to the regional delicacy, other Portuguese breads were shortlisted, including Alentejo bread, which appears in 7th place, and bolo lévedo, in 50th. Samantha Gannon…
GESBA – Property Management Company Sector da Banana, Lda. issued a press release this week calling on all producers to report any damages suffered due to bad weather. Thus, the public company stresses that “given the recent meteorological occurrences, all producers who have suffered damage must communicate any losses to…
The intense rain yet again reached red warning levels in Areeiro. According to the IPMA weather station, the early accumulated rainfall was 82.6 liters per square meter in 6 hours, with the levels steadily increasing. Other weather stations also recorded record rainfall values – Santa Cruz, Pico Alto, Santo da…
The Union of Office, Commerce and Services Workers of the Autonomous Region of Madeira has met “as a matter of urgency,” with those Pingo Doce workers who are undergoing disciplinary proceedings. On the 15th of March, newspaper headlines stated that approximately 18 employees working for the Jerónimo Martins chain were…
“Mandolisland” marks the meeting of French composer Vincent Beer Demander with regional music. Through his innovative work, music lovers will be able to new musical experiences inspired by traditional Madeiran music. In addition to this work, various other repertoires from other composers will be showcased in a new and inspiring…
The effects of Depression Martin will be felt from today, the 18th of March until Thursday the 20th. According to the IPMA, heavy precipitation is expected from today, with the wind blowing from the southwest, turning to the west from tomorrow morning. Gusts are expected to reach 80 to 90…
The Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation has confirmed that most classified walking routes have been reopened. However, the following remain closed: PR 1.3 Vereda da Encumeada, PR 4 Levada do Barreiro, PR 7 Levada do Moinho, PR 14 Levada dos Cedros, PR 19 Caminho real do Paul do Mar,…
As part of the process of expanding the Air Resources Centre of the Regional Civil Protection Service of Madeira (SRPC), with a view of creating the conditions to ‘accommodate’ a second firefighting helicopter.’ This has been claimed from the State by the Regional Government, the inspectors of the National Civil…
The National Union of Drivers and Other Workers threatens a new 48-hour strike if its demands are not accepted. In a statement sent to the press, the union states that it has asked for new meetings with ACIF and the Regional Government to reach an agreement and not move towards…
Last year, the Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) charged 351 thousand euros for access to the classified pedestrian routes for non-residents over 12 years old, which is equivalent to a daily average of 5,087 Euros. This year the amount collected by the Regional Government will be higher. Card…
Eduardo Jesus reacted this afternoon to the controversy generated by the re-creation of the Madeira festivities at the Lisbon Tourism Exchange (BTL), arguing that “Madeiran culture was not disrespected.” The Regional Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Culture stressed that the performance, starring dancers in typical Madeira costumes, was an artistic…
The Regional Secretary for Agriculture, Fisheries and Environment, Rafaela Fernandes, was present at an initiative of the parish council of Curral das Freiras led by Manuel Salustino, aimed at helping beekeepers. They received several hives. During the initiative, beekeepers were advised by technicians from the Regional Government services on different…
The Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) has announced the closure of all classified walking routes in the Autonomous Region of Madeira, under its management, as of tomorrow, Monday, the 17th of March, due to bad weather. According to the institute, “as long as the alerts are maintained, the…