Madeira Seeks to Limit Mass Tourism & Protect Natural Areas
The IFCN and Madeira University are partnering to explore solutions for limiting mass tourism and safeguarding the island's vulnerable natural environment.
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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.
Nurses Flag Care Risks, SESARAM Responds With 16 New Hires
Nurses in Madeira have recently spoken out, stating that they cannot be held liable for failures in care caused by excessive workloads. Their powerful protest led SESARAM to respond by announcing new hires intended to ease pressure on emergency services.
Câmara de Lobos: Today a Reference Parish, Says Mayor
Freguesia de Câmara de Lobos celebrated its 596th anniversary yesterday, with the mayor emphasizing the parish’s growth and declaring it now holds “reference” status.
Albuquerque Calls Election Results “Monumental Defeat”
After yesterday's presidential elections, Miguel Albuquerque described the results as a monumental defeat and expressed concern about the possibility of a socialist being elected president.
Madeira Launches Venture Capital Fund to Support Local Companies
Madeira is launching its first dedicated regional venture capital fund and reforming incubation centers to drive local startup financing and growth.
Hospital Beds as Homes: Madeira's Patients with Nowhere to Go
The death of a man who was ready to be discharged but fell from a window once again highlights the serious problems in Madeira’s hospitals: patients who are forced to live in hospital beds, preventing others from receiving the care they need.
Is €2 Enough? Funchal Considers Raising its Tourist Tax
Active since October 2024, Madeira’s tourist tax has raised over €13 million. However, Officials now argue this no longer covers expenses. Some propose a flat €20 airport fee to replace complicated hotel taxes and trail fees.
Machico and Santana Oppose Hiking Time-Slots for Residents
Santana and Machico are challenging Madeira's new mandatory trail registration, labeling the time-slot requirements restrictive for local residents.
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
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.
