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Economy · Funchal · 16 September 2026

Funchal Impasse Halts Lidl Expansion in Ribeira Brava

An administrative deadlock involving Funchal City Council is preventing the expansion of a Lidl store in Ribeira Brava.

The expansion of a Lidl chain store in Ribeira Brava is currently stalled due to an administrative impasse linked to Funchal City Council.

The process, involving licensing and urban planning issues, has caused significant delays, impacting the company's development plans in the region.

Local authorities and the company are working to resolve the situation and unblock the project as soon as possible.

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