Although, in general, people are respecting the new mandatory mask wearing and social distancing rules in Porto Santo, doctor Rogério Correia told local newspaper JM that, that starting this week (09.08), there will be tighter control of the islands nightlife.
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Despite the rain, the President of Portugal ended his stay on Porto Santo with a swim in the sea.
An earthquake registering 1.6 on the Richter scale was recorded at 07.06 this morning (Sunday 09/08).
Madeiran Water Company, ARM - Águas e Residuos da Madeira in conjuction with comedians '4Litro', recently presented their new environmental awareness campaign, entitled 'Pega o Monstro.'
934 passengers disembarked from the Lobo Marinho in Porto Santo this morning, coinciding with the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa's 'mini-break' on the island.
The Funchal City Council is promoting their 'Stock Off Funchal' initiative until the 31st of August.
Local newspaper JM took to the streets this morning to get a feel for what was happening on the first day of mandatory mask wearing.
The mandatory use mask wearing in all public spaces came into force at midnight last night, coinciding with the Regional Governments (RG) extension of a 'State of Calamity,' which will remain in force until the 31st of August.
In a statement the President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque, stated that he understands that wearing a mask "is boring," but considers their use is essential as part of the drive to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
Paulo Otero, a Law Professor at the Lisbon University Faculty of Law, categorically stated that the ‘mandatory use of masks along Madeira’s public roads’ can only be determined by the Assembly of the Republic. He also pointed out that the only time masks could become mandatory is during a ‘State…
With rising unemployment, mental health issues and increasing occurrences of assaults and robberies, the islands strays are also suffering, as small minded individuals are now turning their attentions to the numerous dogs and cats that roam Madeira's streets.
As of 7 pm this evening 4,000 people had signed the petition against the use of mandatory face masks in all public spaces, which is due to come into force this Saturday, the 1st of August.
Well it is as we all expected, especially as a new surge of Covid-19 is rapidly spreading across Europe.
According to RTP-Madeira the Regional Government has confirmed that the 'Allegorical Flower Parade,' scheduled for the 6th of September has been cancelled, however, the government has confirmed that the rest of the flower festival programme will remain as scheduled, including the Wall of Hope, flower exhibitions and concerts.