The National Association of Movimento TVDE (ANM-TVDE), has expressed its “deep concern” about “two recent events” registered in Madeira, considering that they “seriously affect the mobility sector and compromise the population’s confidence in public institutions.” One of the events is related to an alleged “refusal to log a TVDE driver…
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Over the next few days, above normal tidal swells and troughs are expected to affect the coast of Madeira. Therefore, the MarFunchal Front recommends all bathers to be cautious and respect all warning flags. “Always opt for supervised beaches and follow the recommendation of lifeguards,” says a Frente MarFunchal representative. …
Chega’s candidacy for the Funchal City Council has issued a statement praising the actions of the Public Security Police (PSP) in the arrest of three illegal immigrants. This operation demonstrates, in the party’s opinion, “the professionalism, dedication and courage of authority agents, who daily face risks to ensure the safety…
Chega Deputy Francisco Gomes denounces that thousands of Pakistani bureaucrats are using Portugal to launder millions of euros obtained through corruption and illicit activities. According to the parliamentarian, these operations involve the acquisition of properties in the country, not only to invest money of criminal origin, but also to obtain…
The secretary-general of Juntos Pelo Povo (JPP) said on Friday that there are “too many cases accumulated by the Madeira Promotion Association, and that the association should be monitored constantly. Élvio Sousa addressed the controversy surrounding the recent refusal of the Court of Auditors (TdC) to a tender launched by…
The Mobility and Transport Authority (AMT) today defended the update of public service obligations in the maritime transport of goods for the autonomous regions, warning that the current legal regime is 19 years old. In response to a request from PS deputy Francisco CĂ©sar, to which the Lusa agency had…
The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has approved the purchase of Tirgal – Transitários de Portugal by GS MarĂtima, of the Sousa Group, according to an announcement published on the regulator’s website. “On the 20th of August 2025, the Board of Directors of the Competition Authority decided to adopt a decision…
The Funchal City Council (CMF) has assured that the report on the Cortel co-operative case will be presented by mid-September, making the entire process public. In an interview, CMF President Cristina Pedra explained that the procedure “is in the process of being investigated” and that the legal deadline is still…
The first edition of CĂŁominhada (dog walk) da Calheta will take place on the 30th of August. The walk will start at 09:30 at Praceta 24 de Junho and end at Porto de Recreio. The event aims to promote exercise and companionship between dog owners and their pooches. The organisation…
The National Union of Nurses (SNE) once again denounced the lack of response from the Health Service of the Autonomous Region of Madeira (SESARAM) to the questions posed about the recruitment process of nurse managers, considering that the situation confirms “the inadequacy of the Nursing Direction.” In a press release,…
The CDU promoted a new political initiative this morning against the privatisation of the coast, as part of its candidacy for the municipal elections. Ana Paula Almeida, second candidate for the Funchal City Council, warned of the difficulties experienced by the local population in accessing the sea. Citing recent statements…
The Funchal City Council (CMF) is expected to present its ‘2026 Strategic Plan for the Accessibility and Quality of Public Space,’ a project of the Strategic Planning Division of the Department of Planning and Planning that aims to promote and create quality public spaces. This plan will be developed in…
A man suspected of being responsible for a fire that occurred this afternoon, in the Pedregal area of Ponta do Pargo, was detained by the PSP, with the support of the Forest Police. As JM reported, the fire was brought under control by three firefighting units, and the intervention of…
The PS Parliamentary Group today requested a parliamentary hearing, as a matter of urgency, with the Regional Secretary for Tourism, Environment and Culture, Eduardo Jesus – who is also the President of the Madeira Promotion Association – so that the government can give explanations andascertain responsibilities for a contract between…
The Court of Auditors (TdC) has decided to annul a contract between the Association for the Promotion of the Autonomous Region of Madeira and Nova ExpressĂŁo, Planejamento de Media e Publicidade, S.A. The contract was signed on the 19th of March 2025 for the acquisition of digital production services, planning,…