Yesterday, while visiting Porto da Cruz, the President of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque revealed that the Regional Government is negotiating a deal so that tourists are tested in their country of origin.
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MEP Sara Cerdas has questioned the European Commission about what mechanisms are being developed to enable preparation by European Union Member States for a possible second wave of the coronavirus.
During a presidential visit to Lamaceiros, Porto Moniz, where Miguel Albuquerque visited a three-hectare vineyard owned by Manuel Ramos Lucas and dedicated to the growing of Verdelho grapes, the President assured farmers that the government will continue to support agriculture and entrepreneurs within the sector.
In a press statement a Loja do Cidadão da Madeira spokesperson announced that several organisations are re-opening their direct access facility thus allowing customers to access their services without having to wait in line.
Taking to social media this morning, (11/07) the Mayor of Porto Santo, Isalino Vasconcelos, advised visitors and residents that they need to comply with the new beach signs.
Yesterday, the 8th of July, was a historic moment for the islands tourist industry as the toboggans operated by Carreiros do Monte were again operating, and like many other activities has adopted several health and safety measures for its operatives.
Playgrounds will officially re-open on the 18th of July with a new set of rules. These are:-
The Government Council has determined that the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public open spaces, situated near roads is now prohibited, except for bar and restaurant terraces.
Within Portugal, almost 40% of restaurants and bars and 18% of tourist accommodation providers intend to file for insolvency according to a survey by the Portuguese Hotel, Restaurant and Similar Association (AHRESP).
During a recent Madeira Assembly meeting, Rafael Nunes, (Juntos Pelo Povo - JPP), stated that of the 415 farmers who farm 64 hectares of land devoted to cherry and sour cherry production, only 27 tonnes of fruit will be harvested this year, equating to 10 percent of the annual projected harvest.
During the recent Madeira 2020 debate José António Castro, the leader of the 'Mais Porto Santo' movement, said that it is not enough to point out what is missing in Porto Santo in terms of its economy, but we need to discuss what can be done to help the island and its people.
The Funchal City Council is developing a new initiative called 'Stock Off Funchal,' which aims to boost sales and help local business owners.
While visiting Madeira International Airport Social Party (PSD) deputy Paulo Neves, made a point of highlighting Madeira and Porto Santo as ideal holiday destinations. “Madeira and Porto Santo are currently the safest holiday destinations in the world, and with the new passenger control systems recently introduced at both airports, coupled with the efficiency and professionalism of those who work there, we are continually working to boost passenger confidence and defend the health of the populations of both islands.”
According to an order published today in Diario da Republica, non-Portuguese citizens, individuals without a residence in Portugal, or those who arrive without a negative PCR test certificate will have to take a test at their arrival airport and pay for it themselves. In addition, the airline with whom they travelled with will be fined €1,000 per passenger.