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On March 24, Madeira welcomes a significant influx of tourists as three cruise ships and a mega-yacht dock at Funchal's port, bringing a total of 8,440 passengers and 2,900 crew members.
Madeira is bracing for thunderstorms and heavy showers on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, with conditions expected to ease later in the day.
Traffic congestion caused major delays on Madeira's Via Rápida, affecting routes in Santa Luzia and Cancela. Motorists faced long queues, especially during the morning rush.
The political party CHEGA has introduced five significant amendments to transform Portugal's current air mobility model, aiming to address long-standing injustices, particularly affecting Madeira.
CĂ©lia Pessegueiro, President of PS Madeira, calls for a reduction in VAT to ease the financial burden on residents as living costs soar.
The education strike on Madeira Island, organized by Fesinap, saw a low participation rate of just 2.9%, with only 137 out of 5,619 staff participating.
CĂ©lia Pessegueiro, leader of PS-Madeira, urges the Regional Government to cut VAT as a measure to combat soaring living costs, aiming to prevent a crisis for Madeira families.
A strike organized by the Federation of Independent Unions in Madeira's educational sector saw a low turnout, with only 2.9% participation overall, indicating limited disruption.
Madeira's public transport system introduces three-digit numbering for buses to eliminate confusion and simplify travel. This change aims to unify the network without altering schedules or routes.
Funchal experienced a series of disruptions, including a wall collapse damaging a home, tree falls affecting roads, and a bus stop fire. Local emergency services were swiftly mobilized to address these incidents.
In a bid to streamline public transport operations, Madeira's bus routes will now feature three-digit numbers, eliminating confusion among travelers and modernizing services.
A recent strike in Madeira's education sector saw a low participation rate, highlighting limited support from educators and staff.