Government Says Madeira Has Capacity for More Tourism
Madeira’s government insists the island has capacity for more tourism, despite mounting concerns over traffic, housing shortages, and stress on fragile ecosystems.
Times of Madeira | Politics
Madeira's political landscape has undergone significant changes over time. As an autonomous region of Portugal, Madeira has its own regional government and parliament, allowing for self-rule in many areas. The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has traditionally dominated local politics, but in recent years, the Socialist Party (PS) and other smaller parties have gained influence, shaping policy in areas like tourism, economic development, and social welfare.
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50 Cars Honk Through Funchal in Labor Law Protest
Funchal streets erupted with horns from 50 cars on September 19 as unions protested the government’s controversial labor law reforms.
President Albuquerque Has No Hope for Firefighting Helicopter
While championing helicopter tourism in Madeira, President Albuquerque seems to have abandoned hope for a second firefighting helicopter from the Portuguese government.
Government Wants €5.5 Million Solar Park in Porto Santo
The government has suspended Porto Santo’s Master Plan for two years, allowing construction of a €5.5 million photovoltaic park to advance the island’s renewable energy goals.
Far Right Pushes Portugal to Stricter Migration Policies
Far right electoral gains have influenced Portugal’s minority government to tighten migration policies. The process affects political debate and prompts reconsideration of the country’s migration and citizenship rules.
TVDE Association Denounces Police Inaction and Licensing Delays
The Associação Nacional Movimento TVDE criticized Funchal police for allegedly dismissing a driver’s verbal assault complaint and condemned the suspension of new driver licensing.
Happy Birthday, Funchal!
Today, more than half a millennium ago, Funchal was granted the status of a city. Happy Birthday, Funchal!
Serious Legal Violations: Court Rejects Madeira Tourism Contract
The Court of Auditors refused AP Madeira’s €170,000 tender with Nova Expressão, revealing the real value of €11.1 million. The decision cited concealment of the actual value, restrictive conditions, and violations of transparency and competition rules.
Bus Drivers in Madeira Announce New Strike in September
The SNMOT workers’ union is not backing down and has scheduled a new two-day strike for better wages and working conditions.
President Sends Immigration Law Back to Parliament
Portugal’s top court struck down major parts of a new immigration law, citing threats to family unity and legal rights. The ruling forces President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa to return it to Parliament.
Madeira Asks 947 Tourism Companies to Diversify Visitor Routes
In an effort to reduce overcrowding at popular sites, Madeira has asked more than 900 tourism companies to direct visitors to areas that have so far been less affected by tourism.
