Madeira is about to experience several hot and dry days, with temperatures nearing 30°C and tropical nights expected. The weather will bring low humidity, stronger winds, and increased wildfire risks, lasting through the weekend. Enjoy the summer!
In 2024, Madeira collected €1.32 billion in taxes, 9.2% more than in 2023. Higher company profits and consumer spending helped balance a drop in income tax caused by tax cuts.
In São Vicente, a 15-year-old Border Collie was found abandoned, in a heartbreaking condition, left to die. The animal advocacy group Ajuda a Alimentar Cães rescued him and is now calling for help and justice.
According to the real estate website Imovirtual, rental and property prices in Madeira continue to rise, with average rental prices reaching €1,725, nearly twice the level of the Azores.
A political debate is unfolding in Madeira as the party Livre calls on citizens to oppose plans to privatize public hiking trails, warning of threats to nature, access, and heritage.
The transport workers' union in Madeira has secured a pay raise for 2025. As a result of the agreement, the union said they would opt for a strike.
Madeira saw the biggest drop in unemployment in Portugal this May, with nearly 900 fewer people jobless than last year - confirming a steady improvement in the labour market.
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
After being closed for around 14 months, the Funchal promenade has again reopened. Officials say this is only the first phase, but no info is given on how many phases there are, when the next will begin, or if and when the promenade will close again.
Madeira’s population grew by more than 2,800 people in 2024, reaching its highest total since 2014. Migration played a key role, helping offset a continuing natural population decline.
Monthly mortgage payments keep falling, despite total loan amounts increasing.
