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Sérgio Marques told the deputies of the Commission of Enquiry that throughout the "invented works" in Madeira he "never felt any pressure" from the President of the Regional Government, from any member of the Government or from businessmen, namely Luís Miguel de Sousa and Avelino Farinha, to change the course of his policies.
“The truth is this: earlier this week a 13kg butane gas bottle costs 70% more in Madeira than in the Azores,” stated Élvio Sousa from the JPP- Juntos Pelo Povo, at a press conference in the Legislative Assembly of Madeira. Élvio Sousa categorically stated that the 13 euro price difference…
The Jardim da Serra expressway connection will be inaugurated at the beginning of May. As yet, a date has to be confirmed by the contractor, City Council, and officials.
During the early hours of Saturday morning, the Public Security Police (PSP) and an inspection team from the Funchal City Council (CMF) carried out a joint operation in the Old Town and Rua das Fontes, which limited the functionality of bars that were offering an extensive nightlife programme without the relevant license.
The Dancilhas is a party that promotes music and popular dance.
Whether you love it or hate it, Star Wars is making an impact on Madeira, as tourist hotspots and sleepy villages are feeling the full-throttle effect of filming.
The International Narcotics Control Council warned today that legalising cannabis for recreational use could lead to increased consumption, especially among young people, and will not reduce associated crime.
Madeira airport was buzzing this afternoon as actors, directors, producers, and camera operators were quickly ushered through the airport into waiting cars.
The President of the Regional Government officially expressed his pleasure that Madeira is being used as a Star Wars backdrop location.
PS-Madeira leader, Sérgio Gonçalves, accompanied by Rui Caetano and Gonçalo Aguiar visited the Madeira Pavilion at the Lisbon Tourism Exchange (BTL).
Yesterday Luís Miguel de Sousa came under cross-examination about the Sousa's lack of performance with regard to the inter-island ferry (Tenerife-Madeira-Mainland), whose service was suspended after two years as the Sousa group deemed it unprofitable, and needed compensatory compensation to keep it running.
The Tourist Train, a service offered by NATURNORTE, returns on the 1st of March. This year they are offering two routes. Wednesdays are reserved for the Historical Itinerary, departing from the village of São Vicente at 10:30 am, while on Saturdays at 15:00, they embark for NATOUR (nature + tour).
The Regional Command of PSP Madeira has confirmed that following an investigation into drug trafficking, four men were arrested on the 9th of February in the municipalities of Funchal and São Vicente.
This show promises a moment of celebration and fun, where the public is invited to join the musicians, in a wheel that celebrates the joy of Carnival.