Brexit. Petrol tax. Novo Bank.
Brexit
Not a lot of news in Madeira over the last week, with a lot of international coverage focusing on the UK’s referendum on the EU. There was an interesting … Read more
Month: February 2016
Tourism growth. Flood concern. Bilingual Portuguese.
33 flights cancelled due to strong winds
More than 3,500 passengers travelling to and from Madeira have been affected by the cancellation of flights on Friday and Saturday due to … Read more
Ferry latest. €500 note. Nun’s Valley. Anona festival.
“Seasonal” ferry
Miguel Albuquerque, speaking last Saturday, reiterated his Government’s commitment to re-establishing the ferry between Madeira and the mainland, even if it is only during the summer months. The … Read more
Corruption. Alberto João Jardim in court. Romantic expats.
Council of Europe urges tighter corruption measures
The Diario reports today that the Council of Europe is urging the authorities in Portugal to tighten up the anti-corruption regulations governing the … Read more
Carnival. Thieves arrested. Lido latest.
Tourist thefts – suspects detained
Funchal police (PSP) have announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with a number of recent thefts from from tourists in the main hotel … Read more