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Latest Society news from Madeira and Funchal. · 87 results
The Legislative Assembly of Madeira approved a resolution recommending that the Regional Government evaluate the implementation of the Independent Living Support Model for people with disabilities.
Private Social Solidarity Institutions (IPSS) can apply for the Extraordinary Fuel Support Programme between August 3 and 7, 2026.
The Government Council approved a public commendation for the four athletes and the association promoting the solidarity crossing between Porto Santo and Madeira.
The Regional Government has authorized the opening of a procedure to select a social and solidarity sector entity to manage the residential facility for the elderly, day centre, and social centre in Canhas.
José Leonel Rodrigues Teixeira and João Paulo Mendonça Gouveia were the subjects of public commendation resolutions for their dedicated service to Madeiran communities in the USA and the UK.
The Regional Government Council approved three programme-contracts to support social inclusion, housing, and temporary support projects, representing a total investment of 287,880 euros.
The Regional Government has launched a new income support program, endowed with 2,016,000 euros, aimed at households in an intermediate socioeconomic situation.
The Regional Secretariat for Inclusion, Work and Youth has been tasked with adapting the former school building into a Residential Structure for the Elderly, in response to pressure on the care network.
The Regional Government Council approved a public commendation for Madeiran athlete Sofia Maria Silva Ferreira for winning the 2025/2026 Portuguese Cup in women's handball.
Regional Government Council Resolution No. 693/2026 authorizes the signing of program-contracts with 42 People's Houses to support their operations and local development initiatives.
The Regional Government authorized a maximum funding of 2.48 million euros until 2031 for a cooperation agreement with a social sector entity that will manage the Santa Teresinha Establishment.
The Regional Government Council approved a resolution of public praise for athlete Marco António Abreu Lira, the Clube Desportivo e Recreativo dos Prazeres, and the Madeira Skating Association for winning the National Championship title.