About 60 People March in Funchal Against Rising Cost of Living
About 60 people, mostly union members, marched in Funchal against the rising cost of living, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.
Electric Buses Now Run Between Funchal and Madeira Airport
The Aerobus link between Funchal and Madeira International Airport now runs on fully electric buses, part of a 5.2 million euro fleet investment.
PS Leader Accuses Albuquerque of Denying Madeira Poverty Figures
CĂ©lia Pessegueiro says the regional government ignores a report showing one in five Madeirans at risk of poverty, while it funds help for 5,000 families.
Fact Check Finds Albuquerque's 16% Poverty Claim Imprecise
Albuquerque says Madeira's poverty rate is 16%, not 20.5%. A fact check finds both figures are official, but they measure different things.
Venezuelans in Funchal Demand a Date for Presidential Elections
Mundo ConVzia rallied in Funchal for a Venezuelan election date, the release of political prisoners and the right of Venezuelans abroad to vote.
CDS Wants Simpler Rules to Legalise Homes in Câmara de Lobos
The CDS wants Câmara de Lobos to cut red tape for small building works and for legalising existing homes, as a response to the housing crisis.
Encumeada Road Closed for 2 Years: JPP Seeks Answers
JPP demands explanations from Madeira's Regional Government on the Encumeada road closure since 2024, affecting economy and safety.
Cost of Living Protests Reach Funchal as Madeira Inflation Rises
STFPS plans Saturday manifestation in Funchal against rising housing, fuel and food costs as Madeira inflation exceeds national average, joining nationwide protests.
10% of Madeiran’s Consume Sugary Drinks Every Day
In 2025, 10% of Madeira residents aged 15+ consumed sugary drinks daily, exceeding the national average, with notable differences by gender and age.
Porto Santo Doubles Tourist Tax to €4.00 Per Day
Porto Santo municipal council approves increase of tourist tax from two to four euros per overnight stay to fund tourism-related investments.
Madeira Records 102 More Deaths Than Births in August
Madeira recorded more deaths than births in August 2026, with births declining at a sharper rate than mortality.
