Dozens of flights have been cancelled or diverted, and with it, a revolt among passengers. Although flights are being rescheduled, often several days after the booked flight, many travellers are expressing their anger at the inconvenience and disruption to their lives. One of the passengers who cannot contain his anger…
Posts published in “Government”
The Regional Government of Madeira insists on extending the main pier in the bay of Funchal and moving forward with a new model of port management, with the concession of some services. The announcement was made by the Regional Secretary for the Economy, José Manuel Rodrigues, at the opening ceremony…
The President of the Regional Government of Madeira said during the monthly debate of the Legislative Assembly of Madeira, which was dedicated to the theme of tourism, that he has been assessing areas of flow management and planning in the most sought-after locations, and his plans are based on technical…
The Home Support Service (SAD) currently provides meals to support 230 people in six municipalities in the west of the Autonomous Region of Madeira. This social aid is promoted by the Social Security Institute of Madeira (ISSM), under the supervision of the Regional Secretariat for Inclusion, Labour and Youth (SRITJ).…
The parliamentarians continue to request clarification from the Regional Government, especially from the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Environment and Culture, Eduardo Jesus. In response to the deputy of Chega, Miguel Castro, who asked for solutions for the allegorical processions, which are exceeding three hours in duration, the Regional Secretary explained…
While speaking to JM reporters, IPMA delegate Ricardo Tavares confirmed that a passage of cold air will bring precipitation to the Region from tonight. The meteorological conditions are expected throughout the early hours of tomorrow morning and day, although heavier rain is forecast on the north side and mountainous areas…
The second aerial means to strengthen the response capacity in Madeira “is included in the State Budget for 2026,” but there is still no defined schedule for its availability, said the Regional Secretary for Health and Civil Protection, Micaela Freitas, guaranteeing that the Regional Government will demand clarifications from the…
The Left Bloc (BE) has joined the struggle and will demonstrate alongside workers against the labour package on the 28th of February. As part of their fight, they spoke to workers from Horários do Funchal, explaining why they need to stand against the government’s radical labour package. Overall, the BE…
The IPMA predicts that as of tomorrow, the 24th of February, sand from North Africa will affect the region’s air quality. Ricardo Tavares has confirmed that the southerly wind will blow more strongly at altitude. “On the surface, we will continue with this weak to moderate easterly wind. The sky…
The mobility allowance should no longer be a subject of instability and recurring dispute, argued Guilherme Silva, who considered it incomprehensible that, after decades of autonomy, the issue remains without a stable solution. The statements were made on the sidelines of the Atlantic Conferences, in Câmara de Lobos. “It is…
A 32-year-old man died late Saturday afternoon following an alleged argument between mother and son that took place on Estrada dos Moinhos, in Caniço. The 55-year-old woman was hit repeatedly by her son with a sharp object. The circumstances are now being investigated by the Judicial Police, which will collect…
Much of Europe has a broad risk of Chikungunya virus transmission, and Portugal is part of a high-risk area, warns a study by the UK’s Centre for Ecology and Hydrology. The Chikungunya virus, responsible for a debilitating tropical disease caused by the bite of infected mosquitoes, poses a “greater health…
The deadline for the submission of proposals for the public tender launched by the Regional Government, through the Regional Secretariat for Equipment and Infrastructures, for the second phase of the contract for the Local Health Unit, ended on Monday. Two proposals were submitted to the tender procedure, while three other…
The Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds – SPEA BirdLife, has confirmed that it is satisfied with the decision of the Regional Government of Madeira to withdraw from the public tender for the construction of the Caminho das Ginjas, in Paúl da Serra. The SPEA statement is as follows:…
The Trapalhão Parade took to the streets today with approximately 300 people taking part. A lower figure than in previous years. Before the start of the parade, the President of the Regional Government, Miguel Albuquerque, admitted that the Executive will have to consult with the municipalities on the scheduling of…