Rent-a-car services in the Autonomous Region of Madeira generated 87.1 million euros in revenue in the first nine months of 2025, reflecting a clearly positive evolution throughout the year, according to data released today by DREM. According to the Regional Statistical Authority, the quarterly progression shows sector strengthening: from 17.0…
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The Portuguese Labour Party (PTP) considers that “the recent visit of the 23 deputies from the Assembly of the Republic to the Autonomous Region of Madeira was nothing more than a political cosmetic operation promoted by the Regional Government, which used PSD officials as tour guides.” “Everything was carefully set…
The CDS-PP will present a draft bill to the Assembly of the Republic, entitled “Establishment of a Funeral allowance regime for minors and those with disabilities, where the disability isgreater than 60%, due to the lack of contributions to Social Security.” The bill aims to create an adequate social response…
At 16:00 this afternoon, the IPMA network of weather stations in Madeira recorded extreme values that justify the issued warnings. In ChĂŁo do Areeiro, maximum wind speeds reached 121 km/h (orange warning) at 15:40, while at Pico do Areeiro the minimum temperatures dropped to -1.8 ÂşC, with equally negative values…
The Institute for Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN) has confirmed that due to an adverse weather warning issued by the Portuguese Institute of Atmosphere and Sea (IPMA), all classified walking routes in the Autonomous Region of Madeira will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, the 3rd. The Forest Road that connects Eira…
The Portuguese Institute of Atmosphere and Sea (IPMA) has placed the Autonomous Region of Madeira under an orange weather warning due to worsening weather conditions in the coming days, with emphasis on strong winds, significant sea agitation, and predicted snowfall in mountainous areas. For the north coast of Madeira and…
The President of PS-Madeira today demanded public clarification from the Regional Government regarding the case of alleged fraud with European funds under PRODERAM, currently under judicial investigation. On the sidelines of a visit to the Anona Regional Exhibition, in Faial, the socialist leader considered that the Regional Executive, as the…
Thirteen soldiers of the Portuguese Navy, accused of insubordination, have filed a lawsuit to try to prevent the sale of the Portuguese Republic Ship (NRP) Mondego to the Dominican Republic, alleging the need to preserve evidence related to the safety conditions of the vessel. The news is advanced this Sunday,…
On Thursday, the Dr. NĂ©lio Mendonça Hospital was swamped, leaving more than 60 patients on trolleys in corridors as beds were unavailable. A spokesperson who contacted JM. said that they were under ‘enormous pressure. With patients lining the corridors, nursing staff claim that this situation is becoming more and more…
The JPP reaffirms “its firm defence of Madeira’s sugarcane producers by proposing an immediate increase in the amount paid to the producer to 70 cents per kilogram of sugarcane delivered to the mills.” “This position is of the utmost justice because it comes in a context of strong pressure on…
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…
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, JosĂ© 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…