€1,725: Average Rent in Madeira Nearly Twice the Azores
According to the real estate website Imovirtual, rental and property prices in Madeira continue to rise, with average rental prices reaching €1,725, nearly twice the level of the Azores.
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Livre Calls on Citizens to Back Petition Opposing Privatization of Trails
A political debate is unfolding in Madeira as the party Livre calls on citizens to oppose plans to privatize public hiking trails, warning of threats to nature, access, and heritage.
Transport Workers: Union Reaches Wage Deal and Avoids Strike
The transport workers' union in Madeira has secured a pay raise for 2025. As a result of the agreement, the union said they would opt for a strike.
Unemployment in Madeira Drops Sharply, Best in Portugal
Madeira saw the biggest drop in unemployment in Portugal this May, with nearly 900 fewer people jobless than last year - confirming a steady improvement in the labour market.
Here's This Week’s Concerts in Madeira
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
Funchal’s Praia Formosa Promenade Reopens, but Will It Close Again?
After being closed for around 14 months, the Funchal promenade has again reopened. Officials say this is only the first phase, but no info is given on how many phases there are, when the next will begin, or if and when the promenade will close again.
Madeira’s Population Reaches Highest Level Since 2014
Madeira’s population grew by more than 2,800 people in 2024, reaching its highest total since 2014. Migration played a key role, helping offset a continuing natural population decline.
Mortgage Payment Falls Below €400 for First Time Since 2023
Monthly mortgage payments keep falling, despite total loan amounts increasing.
Sexism! Petition Calls For Eduardo Jesus to Resign
Sexist slurs & vulgar language by Eduardo Jesus have ignited outrage. A public petition demanding his resignation is gaining traction. Here’s what was said.
Motorcyclist Dies Two Days After Serious Crash in Funchal
A motorcyclist critically injured in a crash on Funchal’s Caminho dos Pretos has died after spending two days in intensive care.
Madeira Shopping Cinema Closes For Good After Over 20 Years
Attention all movie lovers: Amid declining attendance and revenue losses, Madeira Shopping Cinema is throwing in the towel at the end of this month! Madeira is set to lose one of its two cinemas.
