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A new ordinance amends the regulations for the Madeira Craft Valorization Award, aiming for greater efficiency and representativeness in evaluating applications.
Ordinance no. 234/2026, from the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Fisheries, amends the regulations for the Autonomous Region of Madeira's Craft Valorization Award, focusing on the restructuring of the jury responsible for evaluating applications.
The main changes to article 3 of the regulation include:
The measure aims to adapt the jury's composition to the specificity of the competition areas, ensuring greater transparency and efficiency in the selection of winners.
The Regional Secretariat for Tourism, Environment and Culture and the Regional Secretariat for Finance have authorized 15,000 euros in support for the Madeira Bridge Association to host the international event in 2026.
The Government Council approved two financial grants of 5,000 euros each for cultural projects: one for the production of a theatre play and another for the operation of a philharmonic band.
Banda Recreio Camponês receives 4,000 euros in support to hold four philharmonic music concerts in the municipality of Câmara de Lobos by the end of 2026.