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IN FOCUS Madeira Will Limit Access to Popular Hiking Trails

Madeira Will Limit Access to Popular Hiking Trails

Madeira will take action to protect its hiking trails and set limits on foot traffic. Digital tickets, more rangers, and higher fines will also be implemented.

Face Off in the Race for the Portuguese Presidency

Face Off in the Race for the Portuguese Presidency

Less than a month remains until the Portuguese presidential elections, and the race is extremely tight, with three main contenders closely matched. This is the story behind their campaigns - and their goals for Portugal.

PS Gifts Albuquerque a Golf Ball and Memory Drug

PS Gifts Albuquerque a Golf Ball and Memory Drug

In the Madeiran parliament today, the most cutting critique wasn’t a speech, but two memorable gifts. Paulo Cafôfo of PS Madeira greeted President Albuquerque’s 2026 budget not with applause, but with a golf ball and a box of MEMOFIX.

How Manuel Rodrigues Claims Growth Has Reached Citizens

How Manuel Rodrigues Claims Growth Has Reached Citizens

José Manuel Rodrigues claims Madeira’s economic growth is improving citizens’ lives but the points raised are unconvincing and future decisions often benefit those already well-off, exposing a political drama.

Élvio Sousa: Living Costs in Madeira Must Go Down

Élvio Sousa: Living Costs in Madeira Must Go Down

Élvio Sousa (JPP) today called for a reduction in living costs, warning that high expenses are leaving families in total despair and threatening young people’s future.

General Strike Mobilizes Hundreds of Workers

General Strike Mobilizes Hundreds of Workers

In what is being called the largest general strike in Madeira in years, hundreds of people took to the streets to protest the new labor law.

3€ Hiking Tax to Increase, PR1 Will Be Most Expensive Hike

3€ Hiking Tax to Increase, PR1 Will Be Most Expensive Hike

Starting January, some hikes will cost more than €3, with PR1 Pico do Arieiro – Pico Ruivo becoming the priciest. Residents need to be on Simplifica for free access, while relocated parking and new management zones control traffic and visitor flow.

Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65

Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65

After remaining stable for 15 years, medical consultation fees in Madeira rose to €60 last year, increased to €65 this December, and are set to rise to €70 in 12 months.

How the December 11 Strike Will Affect Madeira

How the December 11 Strike Will Affect Madeira

Portugal’s national General Strike on December 11 will affect Madeira. Here’s what to expect during one of the biggest strikes in years!

Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need

Madeirans Gave 33.1 Tons of Food to Families in Need

Madeirans donated 33.1 tons of food during the 26th Banco Alimentar campaign, supporting local families and demonstrating remarkable community solidarity.

Hit The Road Madeira: Fanal is Dying

Hit The Road Madeira: Fanal is Dying

Hit The Road Madeira documents Fanal’s worsening condition and shares expert suggestions on how to restore the Laurisilva Forest and its unique ecological heritage