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President: Growth More Important Than Highest Minimum Wage

President: Growth More Important Than Highest Minimum Wage

During their 2025 election campaign, the PSD promised a €1,200 minimum wage. Now, after the local elections, the president suggests the minimum wage could end up being even lower than in other parts of Portugal.

13% of Funchal Homes Sold In Less Than 7 Days

13% of Funchal Homes Sold In Less Than 7 Days

Time is money in Funchal’s housing market: around 13% of homes sold in less than a week, although this figure was already higher in previous periods.

Madeira Hotel Workers’ Union Seeks 15% Pay Rise

Madeira Hotel Workers’ Union Seeks 15% Pay Rise

The Madeira Hotel Workers’ Union has proposed a 15% pay rise, a minimum €150 monthly increase, shorter 35-hour weeks, and 25 vacation days for all employees.

Portugal’s New Immigration Rules: What Changes

Portugal’s New Immigration Rules: What Changes

Portugal substantially changes its immigration and citizenship laws. See what’s new and how to prepare if you want to live, work, or bring family.

Madeira Confirms First Case of H5 Bird Flu Virus in Wild Seagull

Madeira Confirms First Case of H5 Bird Flu Virus in Wild Seagull

A wild seagull in Funchal tested positive for H5 avian influenza. President Albuquerque said authorities have activated surveillance and safety measures to prevent the virus from spreading to domestic birds and humans.

Tourist Laughs at Being Ripped-Off at Mercado dos Lavradores

Tourist Laughs at Being Ripped-Off at Mercado dos Lavradores

Reputation under fire: Madeira is once again being ridiculed as a viral TikTok shows a tourist at Madeira’s Mercado dos Lavradores laughing to tears and rolling on the floor after being charged a staggering €72 for a few pieces of fruit.

Calls for Surface Metro Linking Santa Cruz, Caniço and Funchal

Calls for Surface Metro Linking Santa Cruz, Caniço and Funchal

Could a surface metro - once again proposed by a political actor - connecting Santa Cruz, Caniço, and Funchal transform daily commutes, ease congestion, and significantly enhance public transport and residents’ quality of life?

Chega's First Mayor Involved in Clash at Polling Station

Chega's First Mayor Involved in Clash at Polling Station

Chega's first mayor was involved in a physical altercation at a polling station, which was captured on video.

Paulo CafĂ´fo Steps Down as PS-Madeira Leader

Paulo CafĂ´fo Steps Down as PS-Madeira Leader

Paulo Cafôfo, leader of PS-Madeira, announced his resignation Sunday after disappointing local election results: “My time as leader ends today”.

Chega Secures Full Control of SĂŁo Vicente Municipality

Chega Secures Full Control of SĂŁo Vicente Municipality

Chega secures a sweeping victory across all parishes of SĂŁo Vicente, winning Ponta Delgada, Boaventura, and SĂŁo Vicente, thus winning three seats and taking control of the municipality.

Chega Wins First Local Council in Madeira Ever

Chega Wins First Local Council in Madeira Ever

Chega achieved its first local government victory in Madeira, winning the local council of Boaventura.