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Politics · Funchal · 14 October 2026

Miguel Castro Questions State Budget Guarantees for Madeira's New Hospital Funding

Independent deputy Miguel Castro criticized the lack of guarantees for the region in the 2027 State Budget proposal, questioning the funding for the new hospital and Madeira's inclusion in national support programs.

Miguel Castro Questions State Budget Guarantees for Madeira's New Hospital Funding

Independent deputy Miguel Castro has expressed concern over the 2027 State Budget proposal, questioning the absence of concrete guarantees for Madeira.

The parliamentarian highlighted the need to secure funding for the island's new hospital and ensure the region's inclusion in national support programs, such as the Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR). Castro advocated for a fairer distribution of national funds, considering Madeira's outermost region status.

Furthermore, the deputy raised questions about the application of amounts related to the mobility subsidy and urged deputies elected for Madeira to present proposals that strengthen the funds allocated to the region during the budget discussion.

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