Telejornal Madeira — 19 June 2026:

• Tourists invade protected area at Fanal — The Madeira Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation is investigating over 20 cases of tourists who ignored fencing and rules in protected areas, including the Laurisilva forest (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), but has been unable to identify the offenders.

• Health workers' strike affects minimum services — A national health workers' strike saw 50% adherence at Madeira's health centres and 70% at hospitals. Minimum services were in place across several departments, driven by demands over pay, working conditions, and staff shortages.

• Rise in complaints over hearing-aid sales — The Consumer Services Directorate is receiving complaints about credit contracts tied to hearing-aid sales, with practices deemed misleading or aggressive, including high interest rates and risks of default.

• Fuel prices updated in Madeira — Diesel drops nearly 3 cents to €1.73/litre; petrol holds at €1.79/litre; coloured diesel (agriculture/fishing) falls to €1.29/litre.

• Labour law rejected in Parliament — The government's labour reform bill was voted down, with Chega and the entire left voting against. Chega had conditioned its support on lowering the retirement age, raising concerns about Social Security sustainability.

• *Court of Auditors flags flaws in funding to Casas do Povo*** — An audit reveals shortcomings in control and oversight of €7 million transferred by the Regional Government in 2022–23, with recommendations for improved procedures.

• Água de Pena Sports Park to get an outdoor gym — Machico council is investing €400,000 in maintenance and safety at the park, while a private operator builds an outdoor gym with a support bar, expected to be completed in 2025.

• Santa Cruz invests €500,000 in Praia das Palmeiras refurbishment — The beach reopens with a renovated sun deck, upgraded changing rooms, and an access ramp to the municipal pool, part of a broader seafront rehabilitation plan including the jetty and promenade.

• ISAL closure report approved with disagreements — The inquiry committee into the closure of the Higher Institute of Administration and Languages approved the final report with PSD and Chega votes, recommending referral to the Public Prosecutor's Office, while other parties criticised the language and conclusions.

• Madeira Wine gifted to Donald Trump to mark US 250th anniversary — The Portuguese government gifted rare Madeira Wine bottles to the former US president, highlighting the wine's historic link to American independence celebrations in 1776.

• PSD Madeira prepares annual party without confirmed national leaders — The PSD party at Herdade do Chão da Lagoa takes place on 12 July, with music and regional food, but the secretary-general says it's unclear whether Luís Montenegro or other national figures will attend.

• Marítimo starts pre-season with Lusada training camp and Primeira Liga reinforcements — The newly promoted club prepares with a training camp from 10–17 July, four friendlies, new signings, and a new head of scouting.

• Santa Cruz mayor challenges Camacha sports association's stance — The municipality says Camacha has always received the most sports funding (€142,000 in 2024) and criticises the association's president for conditioning his re-candidacy on securing more funds.

• Rúben Dias defends Portugal squad unity after World Cup opener criticism — The defender downplayed criticism of the team and Cristiano Ronaldo after the draw with Congo, saying the squad is united and focused on overcoming difficulties in the tournament.

• International press slams Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo after World Cup debut — Outlets including The Independent, BBC, and The New York Times highlighted the team's poor performance and CR7's display, calling Portugal one of the tournament's big disappointments.

• Machico hosts European Modern Pentathlon Championship — The event runs 23–28 June, bringing 550 international athletes for Biathle, Triathle, and Laser Run competitions, with economic and tourism impact for the region.

• Madeira hosts World and Portuguese Cups in Underwater Photography & Video — The competition features 74 divers from six countries along the South Coast, showcasing the region's marine biodiversity and promoting tourism and ocean conservation.

• Saturday weather forecast for Madeira — Very cloudy skies with a chance of light rain by late in the day; highs up to 24°C in Funchal and 25°C in Porto Santo; waves up to 1 metre on the north coast.

Watch the full broadcast: RTP Play — Telejornal Madeira (19 June 2026)