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The Regional Government of Madeira has authorized the expropriation of four plots of land necessary for the second phase of works on the VR1.
The Regional Government Council approved, through Resolution no. 563/2026, the expropriation of four plots of land (nos. 11, 12, 13, and 14) essential for the execution of the project VR1 - Via Rapida Ribeira Brava/Machico. Redesign of the Santo Antonio Junction and Accesses - 2nd Phase.
The operation, which aims to continue the project declared of public utility in 2024, involves a global investment of 409,231.02 euros. The owner of the expropriated plots is Basilio Abreu de Sousa.
The Regional Secretary of Finance has been mandated to represent the Autonomous Region of Madeira in the amicable expropriation deed, with the expenditure being covered by the regional budget, under Project 50153.
The Region has approved the multi-year allocation of costs for the design and construction of the Machico Pavilion. The total amount is €4,175,000, plus VAT, with the largest share scheduled for 2029.
The Regional Government has authorised additional construction supervision and monitoring services for Madeira Central Hospital, at an extra cost of up to €29,620. The service period increases from 105 to 107 months, and the contract’s maximum term rises from 228 to 230 months.
Regional funding for the rehabilitation of the Praia Formosa Seafront remains capped at €4,828,876.35, but the costs have been rescheduled through 2029. The change follows the lack of valid bids for the second phase of the works and a revision of the project.