The secretary-general of Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP) said on Friday that there are “too many cases accumulated by the Madeira Promotion Association, and that the association should be monitored constantly. Élvio Sousa addressed the controversy surrounding the recent refusal of the Court of Auditors (TdC) to a tender launched by…
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The Mobility and Transport Authority (AMT) today defended the update of public service obligations in the maritime transport of goods for the autonomous regions, warning that the current legal regime is 19 years old. In response to a request from PS deputy Francisco César, to which the Lusa agency had…
The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has approved the purchase of Tirgal – Transitários de Portugal by GS Marítima, of the Sousa Group, according to an announcement published on the regulator’s website. “On the 20th of August 2025, the Board of Directors of the Competition Authority decided to adopt a decision…
The Court of Auditors (TdC) has decided to annul a contract between the Association for the Promotion of the Autonomous Region of Madeira and Nova Expressão, Planejamento de Media e Publicidade, S.A. The contract was signed on the 19th of March 2025 for the acquisition of digital production services, planning,…
Madeira intends to use drones to drop plant seeds in hard-to-reach areas affected by the fire that raged across the island between the 14th and 26th of August 2024, confirms a spokesperson for the Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN). “To overcome the physical access restrictions to the areas,…
A study by the Instituto Superior Miguel Torga (ISMT) in Coimbra revealed that the majority of Portuguese consumers stop buying products from a brand when they discover that it is lying about its sustainable practices. The brands most identified by respondents, which fit the ‘greenwashing’ model, include Volkswagen, cited by…
The Liberal Initiative (IL) has announced that it is suspicious of the effectiveness of the Funchal City Council’s decision to suspend, for six months, the issuance of new Local Lodging (AL) licenses. In a press release, IL opines that “this measure will not only not solve the housing crisis, but…
The Funchal City Council will no longer issue Local Accommodation (AL) licences in the municipality for six months. The measure was announced last week by Mayor Cristina Pedra. The reason is that there is a need to review the regulation and reduce pressure in certain areas. During a last-minute press…
Rui Alves criticizes the current controlled cost housing regime in existence. The President of Coohafal considers that this has become a “ghetto programme,” which excludes the middle class and is aimed only at people in a situation of greater social need. This, he warns, could have serious repercussions in the…
Élvio Sousa, Secretary General of Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP), has reignited criticism over the Curral das Freiras Cable Car project, accusing the PSD/CDS coalition of misleading the public by claiming the investment would be financed exclusively through private capital. “Not only did the Government fund the economic feasibility study, while…
Following the news published today in DIÁRIO, under the heading ‘Albuquerque rule shuts down half of AL accommodation,’ the Presidency of the Regional Government press office has issued a further statement clarifying that Miguel Albuquerque has defended AL limits in Madeira, well before the CORTEL scandal broke out. According to…
Bolt has announced that from today, the 31st of July, a new tourist service will allow visitors to explore Madeira via their Bolt Tours. This new feature promises “a comfortable, organised experience with flexible schedules, ideal for those who want to tour the island comfortably.” Departing and arriving at the…
Tension continues to rise between taxi and TVDE drivers in Madeira, with yet another complaint from a taxi driver at TVDE encroachment on their territory. According to JM, a TVDE vehicle parked in a taxi rank in Funchal while waiting for customers, which constitutes, according to the taxi driver, “another…
Forum Madeira has launched a new app and website, aimed at strengthening its digital presence and offering a more personalised and innovative customer experience. According to a shopping centre statement, the new application features advanced capabilities designed to enhance user interaction and foster loyalty through its brand club. This new…
Madeira is set to undergo a reorganisation as a tourist destination, a change that may be unpopular but is deemed necessary to maintain its quality and sustainability, announced the President of the Regional Government. “We are entering a new phase,” said Miguel Albuquerque. “We will work closely with tourism agents…