The Regional Directorate of Health (DRS) advises that vaccination is the most effective form of prevention against influenza, as it reduces the risk of serious illness, hospitalisation, and death. In a press statement, the DR note: “The flu vaccine is made up of inactivated influenza virus, which means that the…
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The Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN), has confirmed in a statement, that the Levada dos Cedros (Fanal – Curral Falso) (PR 14) pedestrian route is temporarily closed, due to several landslides. Due to climatic conditions, the following routes are also closed. PR 1.3 Vereda da Encumeada PR 4…
An earthquake registering 1.6 on the Richter scale, was recorded by the Portuguese Institute of Atmosphere and Sea (IPMA) seismographs yesterday at 16:27 off the south coast of Ribeira Brava. Taking into account the magnitude and distance from the coast, the earthquake was only felt by the IPMA seismographs. Samantha…
In view of Juntos Pelo Povo’s (JPP) statements classifying the end of the pre-purchased on-board ticket at Horários do Funchal as a “brutal camouflaged increase in bus fares,” the Regional Secretariats for Equipment and Infrastructures has clarified the situation. The statement begins by mentioning that the integrated ticketing system in…
The number of people looking for a property to rent through the Idealista website fell by 20% in December 2024, compared to the same month in 2023 (23 to 18). This current situation reverses the trend of the previous, more recent quarters, which remained at 23 contacts for each property…
While visiting the Lar Bela Vista home, the CDU has denounced what it believes to be another lie of the Regional Government in Continuing Care and Residential Structures response to the Elderly.” In the course of the initiative, the leader of the CDU, Ricardo Lume said that the Regional Government…
Taxpayers who, in 2024, had capital income, such as interest, and income not subject to tax – daily allowances or meal allowances-, greater than 500 euros will have to declare them to the IRS. This reporting obligation is part of an amendment to the IRS code, introduced by the State…
Promising to fight for their rights, the National Association of Movimento TVDE (ANM-TVDE), has criticized the legislative proposals debated in parliament in what it considers a direct attack on micro and small companies in the passenger transport sector through digital platforms. In a statement, ANM-TVDE said that the revision of…
The price of fuel will increase from midnight tonight (26/01/25). According to the joint order of the Regional Government published today, a litre of 95 octane petrol will cost 1,614 euros and diesel will rise to 1,388 euros. Samantha Gannon info at madeira-weekly.com
The Regional Directorate of Health (DRS) is promoting its ‘PrevMosquit. Your Action is Important,’ campaign to prevent and control the Aedes aegypti mosquito. This initiative aims to promote awareness of the health risks associated with mosquitoes and strengthen prevention measures. “Aedes aegypti bites when infected, can cause diseases, such as…
Beekeepers (at least those in Ribeira Brava) are still waiting for help from the Regional Government after last August’s fires. The accusation was made today by the Mayor of Ribeira Brava, Ricardo Nascimento, at the opening of the Poncha and Honey Exhibition. “The Regional Government delivered food to the bees…
Rui Viana’s ordeal is far from over. The 21-year-old Madeiran was arrested ten months ago in Jakarta carrying drugs contained inside shampoo bottles and was sentenced to thirteen and a half years in prison. Since October, his lawyer has been in contact with the Jarkartan authorities asking for the young…
Avian flu (HPAI) has been detected and confirmed in a domestic poultry farm and in birds in the D. Carlos I Urban Park, in the municipality of Caldas da Rainha, in Leiria, the Directorate-General for Food and Veterinary Medicine (DGAV) announced today. The control measures include the inspection of the…
The current cold snap was certainly felt in the mountainous regions of the island yesterday morning, as drivers were faced with the unusual phenomenon of ice-covered cars. Temperatures were said to have gone as low as 1ÂşC. Samantha Gannon info at madeira-weekly.com
The Regional Secretariat for Economy, Tourism and Culture (SRETC) is “surprised” by the implementation of new eligibility criteria for the Social Allowance of Mobility (SSM) of routes with connecting flights, to and/or from Madeira to Porto Santo. The National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC), has advised Correios de Portugal (CTT), who…