Rise in Unskilled Labor Serves Madeira's Tourism Industry
Coinciding with Pestana's CEO's call for increased unskilled worker immigration to Madeira, recent data confirms a rise in the island's unskilled workforce.
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Xenophobic Backlash Against Foreigners Queuing at DRETT
A video displaying a large number of foreigners peacefully queuing at the IMT in Funchal has led to a biased backlash online. The reaction can partly be explained in the context of the industry's push for cheap labor from low-income countries.
Workers Union Plans Direct Protests at Company Doorsteps
After the recent strike that had little result, the Hotel Workers’ Union in Madeira is planning more decisive actions, including gatherings and demonstrations in front of businesses and public offices.
Hotels Accused of Obstructing Strike by Paying Off Workers
How do you stop workers from exercising their democratic right to demand fair pay? You pay them off first. This, according to a union speaking on public television, was the alleged strategy during the recent strike in the hospitality sector.
Three News That Tell A Story About Madeira
Three seemingly unrelated news made the headline in Madeira recently. In the big picture, they tell a rather concerning story about the island.
Only 2 Out of 1,200 Pestana Employees Strike for Higher Wages
Only 2 of 1,200 Pestana employees all over Madeira decided to join the strike for better wages. Why is that?
Moooh-mentum: More Cows, Fewer Farmers in Madeira
Madeira's agricultural landscape in 2023 sees more cows and fewer farmers. While cattle numbers rise, the farming population shrinks, with older, more educated farmers leading the way.
Funchal Marina’s Grand Reopening Pushed to April 2025
After a series of delays, disputes, and a bidding process, Funchal Marina finally has new management and is scheduled to open in April 2025. With past setbacks, can this new deadline be met?
Madeira Records Sharp Decline in Poverty Risk
In 2023, Madeira experienced a remarkable 5.7% reduction in its risk of poverty rate, reaching its lowest level since 2017.
€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.
Madeira Leads Portugal with Largest Drop in Unemployment
Despite the peak of the tourist season being over, Madeira is performing exceptionally well in the labor market this year.
