Funchal increases funding for parishes by 25%

The Funchal City Council in Madeira approved inter-administrative contracts with local parish councils totaling 3.6 million euros, marking a 25% increase in funding. The allocated amounts range from approximately 100,000 to 740,000 euros. These contracts aim to enhance the financial capacity of the parishes to fulfill their responsibilities and improve local services for residents. Mayor Jorge Carvalho praised the exemplary behavior of citizens during the recent storm and highlighted the municipal services' effective response.