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Base Salary in Madeira Rises 4,8%, Reaching €1,268

Base Salary in Madeira Rises 4,8%, Reaching €1,268

The average gross base salary in Madeira reaches €1,268. See how it compares with salaries across Portugal.

Government Wants to Move Forward with Immigration Law

Government Wants to Move Forward with Immigration Law

Portugal’s government will proceed with a new immigration law focused on legal work entry and residency. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro says changes will be made only if the Constitutional Court requires them.

New Continente Supermarket Opens in SĂŁo Vicente

New Continente Supermarket Opens in SĂŁo Vicente

Less than two weeks until a new Continente Modelo supermarket will open in SĂŁo Vicente.

Transport Workers: Union Reaches Wage Deal and Avoids Strike

Transport Workers: Union Reaches Wage Deal and Avoids Strike

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.

Unemployment in Madeira Drops Sharply, Best in Portugal

Unemployment in Madeira Drops Sharply, Best in Portugal

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.

How The Indian Ambassador Spoke About His People in Madeira

How The Indian Ambassador Spoke About His People in Madeira

Upon visiting Madeira, the Indian ambassador described his own people as a resource to be used for “three years, five years, seven years, whatever you decide,” before adding: “and then you decide what you want to do with those people eventually.”

Union Deal: Tourism Workers to Earn €12 Above Minimum Wage

Union Deal: Tourism Workers to Earn €12 Above Minimum Wage

After months of challenging protests, the hospitality workers union secured a €12 increase on top of the regional minimum wage (€915) for thousands of tourism workers.

Madeira Unions Have Little Hope Government Will Raise Wages

Madeira Unions Have Little Hope Government Will Raise Wages

The president of Madeira's unions has publicly expressed his concern, stating that there is little hope the government will shift its course. He publicly warns of increasing hardship for lower middle-class families.

Seasonal Ban: Madeira Plans to Protect Black Scabbardfish

Seasonal Ban: Madeira Plans to Protect Black Scabbardfish

A proposed fishing band aims to protect black scabbardfish during its breeding season, while a permanent hard cap of 1 million fish annually is suggested to ensure the species' ongoing survival.

Can Madeira Soon Reach a €1200 Minimum Wage?

Can Madeira Soon Reach a €1200 Minimum Wage?

During their election campaign, the PSD promised a €1,200 minimum wage but did not specify when it would take effect. It is reasonable to expect that this could take until 2029.

Madeira Government Lies to Hotel Workers, Says Union

Madeira Government Lies to Hotel Workers, Says Union

The Hospitality Workers’ Union in Madeira demands government action on wage disputes, accusing officials of misleading and lying to workers. Protests are now set to target tourists and will continue!