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Latest Society news from Madeira and Funchal. · 106 results
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.
The Regional Government Council approved four resolutions to publicly praise athletes, clubs, and regional associations for their achievements in national and international championships.
Two civil society entities will each receive financial support of 10,000 euros through programme contracts signed with the Regional Government.
The Regional Government approved financial support of 843,636 euros for eleven partner entities to ensure the continuity of the Food Emergency Programme (PEARAM) during 2026.
The Regional Government Council authorized a program-contract to support the actions of the Funchal Society for the Protection of Domestic Animals during the year 2026.
The Regional Government of Madeira has authorized the Madeira Social Security Institute to assume multi-year expenses of 12.7 million euros to ensure the continuity of social services at the Bela Vista Establishment.