Government approves 21,000 euros support for the 7th Madeira Ladies Open International Tournament
The Regional Government Council authorised a programme contract with the Madeira Tennis Association for the 7th Madeira Ladies Open International Tournament, with a maximum contribution of 21,000 euros, to be held from 15 to 22 November.
The Regional Government Council authorised, through Resolution No. 1009/2026, the signing of a programme contract for the promotion and tourism animation activities with the Madeira Tennis Association. The support is intended for the execution of the project "7th Madeira Ladies Open International Tournament", with a financial contribution that will not exceed 21,000 euros.
About the tournament#
The tournament will take place from 15 to 22 November and is considered by the Government a sporting initiative of significant tourism interest. According to the resolution, the expected participation of athletes and delegations from various nationalities can attract tourist flows and boost sectors such as accommodation, catering, transport and other services linked to tourism.
Payment schedule#
- 70% in 2026: 14,700.00 euros (fourteen thousand seven hundred euros);
- 30% in 2027: 6,300.00 euros (six thousand three hundred euros).
Legal framework#
The measure is based on Regional Legislative Decree No. 25/99/M of 27 August, regulated for tourism by Ordinance No. 78/2001 of 17 July, as well as on the articles provided for in Regional Legislative Decree No. 8/2025/M of 30 December.
Validity and funding#
The programme contract will take effect from the date of signature until 30 June 2027. The Regional Secretary for Tourism, Environment and Culture and the Regional Director of Tourism are mandated to prepare the process and execute the contract. The expenditure has budgetary allocation under Secretariat 043, Chapter 50, Division 01, Subdivision 02, with project 50975, source 381, programme 043 and measure 010.
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