11 People Have Died in Road Accidents in Madeira This Year
On average, Madeira records one fatal road accident every month, with the total number of accidents steadily increasing. Speeding remains the primary cause of these incidents.
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Mobility Subsidy Law Revised After CTT Excluded Immigrants
The Mobility Subsidy Law allows Madeiran residents to travel to the mainland for just €77. However, CTT recently withheld the subsidy from certain groups. In response, the Portuguese government plans to revise the law to address these inequalities.
€915 Before Taxes: Madeira’s Minimum Wage Set to Rise
The government announced plans to increase the minimum wage from the current €850 to €915 (gross) in 2025.
PAN Calls for Urgent Release of Animal Welfare Funds in Madeira
Animal protection associations in Madeira are urgently awaiting €100,000 from the 2024 budget, but bureaucratic delays have stalled these crucial funds.
House Prices in Madeira Climb 13.6% Over the Past Year
Madeira's housing market surged 13.6% annually by November 2023, driven by Santa Cruz's 21.4% growth. Funchal remains the priciest, echoing Portugal's national trends.
Uber’s Back! Ride-Sharing Giant Returns to Madeira
Transportation powerhouse Uber announced it will return to Madeira! After a three-year absence, the regional government has granted approval, bringing new mobility options and fresh competition to the island.
€1.3 Million Fireworks Light Up Madeira for New Year's Eve
Funchal is making a big investment in this year's New Year's Eve fireworks, but topping last year's spectacular display, which left a lasting impression on many, will be a tough challenge.
30-Meter Tsunami: Funchal, Machico And Santa Cruz in Danger
Madeira’s defense forces simulated a 30-meter tsunami, revealing vulnerabilities in Caniçal, Santa Cruz, Machico, and Funchal. Key areas, including Funchal’s Lido area are in danger.
Madeira Reports 25% Growth in Public Bus Passengers
Madeira's bus services carried 16 million passengers from January to September 2024, reflecting a 25.2% year-on-year increase and growing public transport demand.
Foreign Buyers Make Up 42.5% of Madeira’s Real Estate Demand
The figure comes from search data on Idealista.pt and should be interpreted with caution. Local buyers, who are often better informed and rely on alternative sources, may not use Idealista.pt as frequently for real estate searches.
Brussels Airlines Announces New Direct Connection to Madeira
Brussels Airlines unveils a new summer route to Madeira, offering weekly direct flights from the European capital starting April 2025