Telejornal Madeira — 13 August 2026:

• **Winter tourism reservations in Madeira below last year** — Winter bookings are down compared to the previous year, though summer reservations remain strong. Industry representatives express cautious optimism about sustaining current growth rates.
• **University housing support no longer requires a rental contract** — New rules for university housing support in Portugal no longer demand a rental contract. Scholarship students only need to prove they didn't get a place in a university residence.
• **Parents may be fined for leaving underage children unsupervised at parties** — Authorities propose fining parents who leave minors unsupervised at parties, citing risks such as alcohol consumption and lack of oversight during night-time events.
• **Portuguese Red Cross raises €35,000 for Venezuela earthquake victims** — The Portuguese Red Cross has raised €35,000 for earthquake victims in Venezuela, mostly from individual donations. The Regional Government will also donate €150,000 to support affected Luso-descendants.
• **New NorTaxi association created in Santana** — A new taxi association, NorTaxi, has been set up in Santana to unite drivers, clarify service prices, and improve taxi availability across the municipality.
• **Used vehicle purchases up, new vehicle purchases down in Madeira** — In the first half of the year, Madeira saw a 2.8% rise in used-vehicle registrations and a 9.1% drop in new-vehicle purchases. Public transport usage and airport passenger numbers also increased.
• **Funchal council hires 32 more street cleaners** — The Funchal City Council will hire 32 additional street-cleaning workers to improve urban cleanliness, responding to complaints about waste collection in high-density and tourist-heavy areas.
• **New active-ageing regulation in Ribeira Brava** — Ribeira Brava is creating a regulation to promote active and sustainable ageing, aiming to improve quality of life for its elderly population, particularly those living alone.
• **Book on the Leonel Nunes labour case presented in Funchal** — A book detailing the 20-year labour lawsuit of Leonel Nunes — a landmark case in Portuguese labour law — was presented in Funchal, highlighting its historical and legal significance.
• **"Sons da Juventude" concert at Parque de Santa Catarina** — A concert celebrating International Youth Day was held at Parque de Santa Catarina, featuring young artists and promoting youth engagement and cultural exchange.
• **National Nature Restoration Plan open for public consultation** — Portugal's National Nature Restoration Plan is open for public consultation until 19 August. Aligned with EU goals, it aims to restore 20% of ecosystems by 2030, with Madeira contributing to its development.
• **Labour cost index in Madeira rises 5.6%** — In the second quarter, Madeira's labour cost index rose 5.6% year-on-year, slightly above the national average, reflecting increases in wages and other employment-related expenses.
• **Garajau Beach named one of Europe's best hidden beaches** — Garajau Beach was recognised as one of Europe's top hidden beaches by a car-rental platform, praised for its natural beauty, clear waters, and popularity among divers and tourists.
• **New football club Sport Clube Portosantense 1948 debuts in the regional league** — The newly founded Sport Clube Portosantense 1948 will debut in Madeira's regional football league, with ambitions to reach the Campeonato de Portugal within five years.
• **AD Camacha prepares for the Campeonato de Portugal** — AD Camacha begins its Campeonato de Portugal campaign with a home match against Salgueiros, aiming for a strong start in a highly competitive league.
• **Church in Portugal wants to be a welcoming home for migrants and refugees** — The Catholic Church in Portugal reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming migrants and refugees during a pilgrimage at the Sanctuary of Fátima, emphasising inclusivity and support for those fleeing war and poverty.

▶ Watch: Telejornal Madeira — 13 Aug 2026

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