The municipal group of Chega (CH) voted in favour of the 7th ‘amending’ amendment to the Budget of the Funchal City Council (CMF), during the meeting of the Municipal Assembly, held on Wednesday, the 26th of November. In a statement, the party points out that this was an “essential decision…
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The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) has criticised the proposed Budget of the Autonomous Region of Madeira for 2026 (ORAM), pointing out that the document is about “propaganda, manipulation and make-believe numbers.” In a press release, the party considers the ORAM is “an instrument that limits economic and social development, promotes…
It hasn’t been the best day for the President of Madeira; the landslide victory didn’t turn out to be as overwhelming as he had hoped. Chega is already threatening to seize documents and investigate potential wrongdoings, and comments made during a visit to Ribeira Brava have certainly backfired. The councilor…
The São Vicente PSD suffered a possible unexpected defeat on Sunday to Chega. The people wanted change and simply voted for someone else. So when the Presiden of Madeira was asked if he was going to the Chega Mayors inauguration he replied, “I’m not sure. But what I tell you…
There were cheers and tears last night as the election results were counted. Not surprisingly, the PSD won six of the eleven Municipal Councils of Madeira, and a majority in the Parish Councils. The map below shows the social-democratic influence in all municipalities. The colors of the parties allow us…
Chega’s candidacy for the Municipality of Santa Cruz recently visited the Nogueira neighborhood in the parish of Camacha, where alarming situations of degradation, insecurity, and abandonment were identified, requiring an urgent response from local and regional authorities. During the trip, litter was found strewn along the public roads as a…
Opinion poll Intercampus, commissioned by JM and Radio JM FM, points to a clear victory for the PSD/CDS coalition. The PS remains the second force in the municipality, while the JPP and Chega guarantee, for the first time in the city, one mandate each. Elections take place on the 12th…
Francisco Gomes, deputy of Chega in the Assembly of the Republic, reports that he addressed a letter to the Minister of Infrastructure, Miguel Pinto Luz, requesting clarification on the operation of the air link between Porto Santo and Madeira, as well as alerting the governor of the need to review…
The candidacy of Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP) for the Funchal City Council (CMF), Fátima Aveiro considers it unacceptable the visible loss of quality with urban cleaning, the lack of care for public space, gardens, litter in the intermediate and high areas of the parishes, piles up rubbish, and selective collection,…
The JPP candidate for Funchal City Council promises to undo the blockades of the current chamber and open new supermarkets in Funchal, and promises a change in priorities, the way of dealing with the city’s affairs, through transparency, truth, and trust. While engaging with the population this morning, Fátima Aveiro…
Data on elasticity indicates that Madeira has not yet reached its tourism capacity. This assurance was given by Eduardo Jesus, the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Environment, and Culture, in a recorded message for the opening session of the XVII Annual Tourism Conference (CAT), organized by the Regional Delegation of the…
Marta Sofia, the Livre party candidate, proposes a “renaturalization” of Funchal through a comprehensive approach that emphasises urban nature as a key factor for enhancing the city’s quality of life and resilience. Her goal is to create a greener, more sustainable city prepared for climate change challenges. “Funchal has enormous…
Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP)’s candidacy for the Funchal City Council focuses on showcasing Funchal as a standout Atlantic city with unique potential for the global scientific community in marine studies. It also emphasises promoting underwater diving, a growing sector, and enhancing ocean literacy for the wider public. Through a statement,…
JPP Accuses PSD of Blocking Ministerial Hearing on Madeira’s Cancelled Firefighting Helicopter The sole deputy of Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP) in the Assembly of the Republic has denounced what he calls a “blockade by the PSD” to prevent a parliamentary hearing with the Minister of Internal Affairs regarding the cancellation…
Miguel Albuquerque: I Didn’t Mean to Offend
Miguel Albuquerque says he has the greatest respect for the social workers and clarified that the statement “the decision-making centres are not for social workers” was a figure of speech that he used in the context of his political discourse. The President of the Regional Government was questioned by DIÁRIO…