Waste Recycling? Barely a Thing in Madeira
Eco-Tourism? Not quite yet. In 2024, Madeira recycled just 17% of its growing urban waste, far below Portugal’s 70% national target for 2030.
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Ponta do Sol Plans to Reopen Lugar de Baixo Marina
Ponta do Sol plans to reopen the Lugar de Baixo marina, turning the failed project into a seaside leisure area by 2027 at the latest.
Political Parties Clash Over Sale of Dr. Nélio Mendonça Hospital
Dr. Nélio Mendonça Hospital in Madeira will be sold, with political parties opposing the decision due to care shortages and public interest concerns.
The Greenland Standoff: How Trump's Land Grab Could Succeed
Donald Trump announced tariffs on key EU nations today to force a deal on Denmark handing over Greenland. This hypothetical outlook plays through how escalating tensions could unfold
Madeira’s Debt-to-GDP Ratio Now at 61.2%
Madeira’s debt burden has steadily declined since 2012, falling 19.8%, with the region’s debt-to-GDP ratio now at 61.2% - considerably below Portugal’s 97.6%.
JPP Rejects Spending €22.7 Million on Golf Courses
Paulo Alves of JPP rejects the 2026 budget, saying it spends more then €60,000 daily on golf courses instead of addressing social needs.
Hospital Particular Introduces AI in Emergency Care
As the first medical institution in Madeira, Hospital Particular introduces AI in its emergency department, enabling faster patient processing with confidence levels of around 95%.
Continente Announces Food Price Increases in 2026
Continente announces food price increases for 2026, claiming inflation pressure and and tight retail margins in Portugal.
Illusion of Progress: JPP Condemns Madeira’s Golf Strategy
Filipe Sousa of JPP accused Madeira’s government of prioritizing luxury golf tourism while thousands of residents struggle with poverty, low wages, and rising daily living costs.
Quercus Calls Golf Courses on Agricultural Land “Criminal”
Quercus warned that, despite record tourism profits, Madeira’s new golf projects waste public funds and rely on subsidies. The group further declared that promoting golf courses and associated real estate on agricultural land is a “criminal” practice.
Ribeira Brava - Calheta Expressway Extension
A new study, set to conclude by the end of 2026, will outline plans to duplicate the expressway between Ribeira Brava and Calheta in two phases, adding an additional lane in each direction.
