Telejornal Madeira — 15 July 2026:

• **Transfer of 37 clinically discharged patients to intermediate care** — The Regional Secretary for Inclusion, Labour and Youth announced 37 patients medically fit for discharge will be transferred to intermediate care facilities by the end of the week, with a new dedicated structure expected to open in mid-August.

• **Teachers request exemption from responsibility in national exam grading** — Madeira's teachers asked to be held blameless for grading national exams, citing exhaustion and flaws in the digital correction system, with fears the worst may come during re-evaluation.

• **Regional Government President defends high-rise construction to solve housing crisis** — He proposed revising Funchal's municipal master plan to allow buildings of 20+ floors in non-landscape-sensitive areas to address the housing shortage.

• **Nebulina film association promoting cinema in Madeira** — Founded in 2023, the Nebulina Cinema and Audiovisual Association has released its first feature film and runs educational projects in schools, with plans to expand into television.

• **Childhood support technicians' strike called off after agreement** — Two of three unions cancelled a planned strike after reaching a deal with the Regional Education Secretariat on career progression and improved working conditions.

• **Infrastructure Minister blames SPAP for delays in mobility subsidy** — The Minister attributed the delay in rolling out the mobility subsidy platform to the Shared Services of Public Administration (SPAP); the Regional Government President pressed for a faster resolution.

• **Quinta do Cerrado inaugurated in Câmara de Lobos** — A new local accommodation unit, restored with a roughly €2 million investment by a Polish couple, officially opened in Câmara de Lobos.

• **Two deaths in neighbour disputes in Câmara de Lobos and Santana** — A man was killed in Câmara de Lobos and a German woman died after being pushed by a neighbour in Santana, in two separate incidents.

• **Bar Association President criticises slow progress in Funchal corruption case** — The Bar Association head raised concerns about the judiciary's capacity to handle the alleged corruption case involving former Funchal mayor Pedro Calado and businessmen.

• **Madeirans taking multiple jobs to cope with rising living costs** — The Union of Unions (USAM) reports many residents are stacking second and third jobs in hospitality, cleaning and construction to keep up with housing and cost-of-living pressures.

• **Economic Advisory Council proposes "Longevidade Madeira" brand** — The council suggests creating a longevity brand to position Madeira as a destination for health, well-being and active ageing, targeting higher-value tourism.

• **IMT to gain access to tax data to collect traffic fines** — The Mobility and Transport Institute will access drivers' personal and fiscal data to enforce traffic fines, drawing privacy criticism from opposition deputies.

• **Ribeira da Janela campsite temporarily reopens for Semana do Mar** — The campsite will reopen temporarily for the Semana do Mar festival despite ongoing maintenance; no advance reservations are being accepted.

• **Three new wind turbines being installed at Polo da Serra** — The turbines will support the Calheta hydroelectric plant; the complex installation is expected to finish by late August or early September.

• **Ricardo Miranda to run again for AD Camacha presidency** — Miranda reversed his earlier decision and will be the sole candidate in the 18 July elections, citing the need for club stability.

• **Intermunicipal Under-13 Football Tournament kicks off in Machico** — Young players compete for spots that could lead to selection for the Madeira regional team.

• **Diogo Pereira wins first stage of the Volta à Madeira cycling race** — The Parapedra team cyclist took the yellow jersey after a demanding 47 km route from Machico to Terreiro da Luta.

• **Band Napa closes the July Festival in São Jorge, Azores** — The Madeira-based band was warmly received in their third Azores performance and announced a European tour.

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