Regional Government officially extends containment measures until 29th March

Tobi Hughes·
Madeira News

This morning, the Regional Government published, in the Official Journal of RAM, the resolution that extends until 29th March the necessary measures for the control and containment of the pandemic in RAM. This resolution thus extends the measures that were in force until today.

It should be noted that the President of the Regional Government had already mentioned that the measures of containment of the pandemic will continue until Easter, but only with the resolution published today they remain officially in force.

However, the operation of the Engenhos (Sugar cane factories) and the harvest of sugar cane was authorized, given the fact that the sugarcane working period takes place between March and May, as well as the circulation on the public road, of all vehicles that perform related tasks with that activity; in addition to the hours provided for in paragraph 4 of Resolution 19/2021 of 11 January, which remain in force, due to successive extensions.

From Diário Notícias

I think we can safely say this curfew will definitely stay in place till after Easter, then we hope things will start to change then.

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14 Responses

  1. Oh dear, is it any wonder the curfew is being extended the possibility of a lockdown might be on the agenda judging by the recent footage I received and now photographs of Paul do Mar.
    Social distancing appears to be non-existent in some Areas.
    How dreadful this would be for the businesses and members of public who at trying to keep safe.

  2. I wish I was at the spot in the photo right now, Bar O Avô is just around the corner. ??

    1. Great comment Maurice – all the are around that area are excellent.
      Alas we’ll have to wait until December for our next visit, but licking the lips in anticipation!

  3. … Erin ,, have you been at the bottle ?? I don’t think the government are going to base the necessity for a Lockdown on a single Photo ((or)) some footage? that you’ve been sent ,, + it was decided weeks ago to extend the curfew …

  4. Well said Erin,
    Rules don’t seem to apply in Paul do Mar, where are the PCP, not exactly hidden away in a back street.
    It’s no wonder the virus is continuing to spread with stupid and selfish people.
    Yes and while people continue to ignore the rules, a greater period of curfew will be required, but it did not stop these people going on the bottle because of poor policing.

  5. You are stupid and selfish if you don’t like the government rules go somewhere else.

  6. The initial discussions about the curfew extension took place weeks ago “Old Hat”as decisions
    can be changed at any given time due to the unprecedented times we are experiencing.
    The official announcement was made yesterday !

    I gave an honest opinion on the growing concerns of complacency setting in and the possible
    outcomes, based on footage of many individuals in areas of the Island who are not complying with the rules.
    Why would anyone get irked by that?. .mmm perhaps to much to handle as the curfew is now officially extended as stated yesterday.!

    1. The curfew was not to be lifted before Easter, that had been announced by the regional government over 1 month ago, although this is formally “put on paper” every fortnight.

      Your statement that this is related to a photo of people outside a bar it´s like saying that the UK government is banning British people from travelling until July due to the hundreds that gathered without mask and social distancing in London protest 3 days ago.

  7. My comment is based on footage and information forwarded to my colleague and friend who was born on the Island, her family and friends still reside there.
    The Paul do Mar photograph + article about rules not been adhered is just another example of
    complacency.
    You recently commented on ( a particular event) about irresponsible behaviour that could extend the curfew, it is what it is you cannot have it both ways.

    My view on the curfew decision is that noting is set in stone during these trying times as decisions can be altered at short notice, then again perhaps not in Madeira as you mentioned.

    1. I can only guess that people in that area feel that they are out of the Funchal and so are safe as houses.

  8. Erin, there are people who struggle to understand common sense, and dont talk any sence on this forum.
    At paul do mare and other areas no masks and social distancing in place.
    Also like those still having partys, like those who don’t obey the curfew.
    There are people who are selfish and don’t give a sh,t everywhere.
    That’s why we still have high covid rates in Madeira, that’s why the curfew has little effect.

  9. The virus ability to attack anyone is what makes it so serious, it doesn’t need help from us attacking each other, be civil with your comments and try and be balanced with your views.

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