Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro enaltece "humanismo" dos dadores de sangue e destaca "crescimento da atividade no HDES"
José Manuel Bolieiro enaltece "humanismo" dos dadores de sangue e destaca "crescimento da atividade no HDES"
Presidência do Governo Regional
Regional Government and National Police Officers' Union discuss challenges facing PSP in the Region
Regional Government and National Police Officers' Union discuss challenges facing PSP in the Region
Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas
Governo dos Açores assegura continuidade do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel
Governo dos Açores assegura continuidade do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people
Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people
Nota de Imprensa
March 27, 2026 José Manuel Bolieiro enaltece "humanismo" dos dadores de sangue e destaca "crescimento da atividade no HDES" O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, presidiu hoje, no Auditório do Hospital Divino Espírito Santo (HDES), em Ponta Delgada, à cerimónia evocativa do Dia Nacional do Dador de Sangue, acompanhado pela Secretária Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social, Mónica Seidi, numa sessão marcada pelo reconhecimento público de centenas de dadores açorianos. O líder do executivo açoriano destacou o valor profundamente humano do gesto de dar sangue, sublinhando que “é preciso dar humanismo à humanidade”, num tempo marcado por conflitos e desafios globais. José Manuel Bolieiro manifestou “respeito e gratidão” para com os dadores, considerando-os “uma inspiração pela prática de um humanismo ativo num mundo onde tantas vezes ele falta”. “Os dadores têm coragem e humanismo. Devemos ter olhos para quem nos inspira”, afirmou, enaltecendo o exemplo cívico de quem contribui de forma voluntária para salvar vidas. O governante reconheceu também que, apesar das dificuldades inerentes à gestão pública, existe um compromisso contínuo com a melhoria. Não temos uma varinha mágica para resolver todos os problemas todos os dias, mas temos o dever, em cada minuto, de dar o nosso melhor para fazer o melhor possível”. José Manuel Bolieiro congratulou o Conselho de Administração do HDES pela retoma desta iniciativa de reconhecimento público, que não se realizava desde 2019, considerando que este momento “valoriza o hospital e reforça a importância do humanismo na relação entre profissionais, utentes e o Serviço Regional de Saúde”. O Presidente do Governo dos Açores elogiou ainda o papel da Associação de Dadores de Sangue de São Miguel, salientando o seu contributo na mobilização da sociedade para esta causa. “O sentido humanista e humanitário dos açorianos coloca os Açores no topo, como uma verdadeira inspiração”, frisou. Durante o ano de 2026 serão reconhecidos, nos três hospitais da Região, 1.467 dadores de sangue, com atribuição de medalhas e diplomas previstos no Estatuto do Dador de Sangue no Serviço Regional de Saúde dos Açores. José Manuel Bolieiro aproveitou também para destacar a evolução positiva da atividade assistencial do HDES. Em comparação entre 2024 e 2025, registou-se um aumento global de 12% no número de consultas, passando de 230.899 para 259.255, incluindo um crescimento de 13% nas primeiras consultas e de 12% nas subsequentes. “Há mérito em quem não se conforma com o bem feito e mantém a exigência de fazer sempre melhor”, sublinhou. Outros indicadores revelam igualmente uma dinâmica de crescimento, nomeadamente o aumento de 8% nos internamentos, 10% no volume cirúrgico e 26% na cirurgia com internamento, bem como uma subida de 18% na atividade cirúrgica urgente. A atividade do hospital de dia cresceu 9% e os meios complementares de diagnóstico e terapêutica aumentaram 17%. Foi ainda destacada a implementação da unidade de hospitalização domiciliária, em funcionamento desde outubro de 2025, como um passo relevante na modernização dos cuidados de saúde na Região. A cerimónia contou ainda com a presença do Presidente do Conselho de Administração do Hospital do Divino Espírito Santo, Carlos Pinto Lopes, e da Diretora do Serviço de Hematologia, Fátima Oliveira, bem como dos restantes membros do Conselho de Administração do HDES. Estiveram igualmente presentes os dadores agraciados e a Associação de Dadores de Sangue de São Miguel.
March 27, 2026 José Manuel Bolieiro enaltece "humanismo" dos dadores de sangue e destaca "crescimento da atividade no HDES" O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, presidiu hoje, no Auditório do Hospital Divino Espírito Santo (HDES), em Ponta Delgada, à cerimónia evocativa do Dia Nacional do Dador de Sangue, acompanhado pela Secretária Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social, Mónica Seidi, numa sessão marcada pelo reconhecimento público de centenas de dadores açorianos. O líder do executivo açoriano destacou o valor profundamente humano do gesto de dar sangue, sublinhando que “é preciso dar humanismo à humanidade”, num tempo marcado por conflitos e desafios globais. José Manuel Bolieiro manifestou “respeito e gratidão” para com os dadores, considerando-os “uma inspiração pela prática de um humanismo ativo num mundo onde tantas vezes ele falta”. “Os dadores têm coragem e humanismo. Devemos ter olhos para quem nos inspira”, afirmou, enaltecendo o exemplo cívico de quem contribui de forma voluntária para salvar vidas. O governante reconheceu também que, apesar das dificuldades inerentes à gestão pública, existe um compromisso contínuo com a melhoria. Não temos uma varinha mágica para resolver todos os problemas todos os dias, mas temos o dever, em cada minuto, de dar o nosso melhor para fazer o melhor possível”. José Manuel Bolieiro congratulou o Conselho de Administração do HDES pela retoma desta iniciativa de reconhecimento público, que não se realizava desde 2019, considerando que este momento “valoriza o hospital e reforça a importância do humanismo na relação entre profissionais, utentes e o Serviço Regional de Saúde”. O Presidente do Governo dos Açores elogiou ainda o papel da Associação de Dadores de Sangue de São Miguel, salientando o seu contributo na mobilização da sociedade para esta causa. “O sentido humanista e humanitário dos açorianos coloca os Açores no topo, como uma verdadeira inspiração”, frisou. Durante o ano de 2026 serão reconhecidos, nos três hospitais da Região, 1.467 dadores de sangue, com atribuição de medalhas e diplomas previstos no Estatuto do Dador de Sangue no Serviço Regional de Saúde dos Açores. José Manuel Bolieiro aproveitou também para destacar a evolução positiva da atividade assistencial do HDES. Em comparação entre 2024 e 2025, registou-se um aumento global de 12% no número de consultas, passando de 230.899 para 259.255, incluindo um crescimento de 13% nas primeiras consultas e de 12% nas subsequentes. “Há mérito em quem não se conforma com o bem feito e mantém a exigência de fazer sempre melhor”, sublinhou. Outros indicadores revelam igualmente uma dinâmica de crescimento, nomeadamente o aumento de 8% nos internamentos, 10% no volume cirúrgico e 26% na cirurgia com internamento, bem como uma subida de 18% na atividade cirúrgica urgente. A atividade do hospital de dia cresceu 9% e os meios complementares de diagnóstico e terapêutica aumentaram 17%. Foi ainda destacada a implementação da unidade de hospitalização domiciliária, em funcionamento desde outubro de 2025, como um passo relevante na modernização dos cuidados de saúde na Região. A cerimónia contou ainda com a presença do Presidente do Conselho de Administração do Hospital do Divino Espírito Santo, Carlos Pinto Lopes, e da Diretora do Serviço de Hematologia, Fátima Oliveira, bem como dos restantes membros do Conselho de Administração do HDES. Estiveram igualmente presentes os dadores agraciados e a Associação de Dadores de Sangue de São Miguel.
Nota de Imprensa
March 26, 2026 Regional Government and National Police Officers' Union discuss challenges facing PSP in the Region The President of the Regional Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the President of the National Police Officers' Union, Superintendent Bruno Carvalho Pereira, at an audience for the exchange of greetings. The meeting, held at the Sant’Ana Palace in Ponta Delgada, was marked by constructive dialogue on matters concerning the staffing and infrastructures of the Public Security Police (PSP) in the Region. Both parties sought to agree on a shared vision, focused on a reformist approach and the optimisation of existing resources, rather than simply demanding additional funding. “We wish to promote a reformist vision, based on efficient management and the optimal use of available resources, rather than a purely demand-driven approach,” stated the President of the Government. During the hearing, the importance of leveraging the existing human and material resources was highlighted, with a view to promoting more efficient management tailored to the specific characteristics of the Azores. “The Azores have their own unique characteristics, starting with their geographical dispersion, which calls for smart and tailored solutions,” stated José Manuel Bolieiro. Another key point highlighted was the need to create mechanisms to encourage the recruitment and retention of police officers in the Region. The difficulty in attracting and retaining professionals in decentralised areas was at the heart of the discussion and was considered a priority. “We must be able to create the right conditions to attract and retain qualified professionals in the Azores, ensuring stability and continuity in the services provided to our communities,” he said. The meeting took place in an atmosphere of institutional cooperation, with a commitment to maintaining close and ongoing dialogue on these matters. “Security is a key pillar of social and territorial cohesion, and must be built on collaboration between institutions,” he concluded.
March 26, 2026 Regional Government and National Police Officers' Union discuss challenges facing PSP in the Region The President of the Regional Government of the Azores, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the President of the National Police Officers' Union, Superintendent Bruno Carvalho Pereira, at an audience for the exchange of greetings. The meeting, held at the Sant’Ana Palace in Ponta Delgada, was marked by constructive dialogue on matters concerning the staffing and infrastructures of the Public Security Police (PSP) in the Region. Both parties sought to agree on a shared vision, focused on a reformist approach and the optimisation of existing resources, rather than simply demanding additional funding. “We wish to promote a reformist vision, based on efficient management and the optimal use of available resources, rather than a purely demand-driven approach,” stated the President of the Government. During the hearing, the importance of leveraging the existing human and material resources was highlighted, with a view to promoting more efficient management tailored to the specific characteristics of the Azores. “The Azores have their own unique characteristics, starting with their geographical dispersion, which calls for smart and tailored solutions,” stated José Manuel Bolieiro. Another key point highlighted was the need to create mechanisms to encourage the recruitment and retention of police officers in the Region. The difficulty in attracting and retaining professionals in decentralised areas was at the heart of the discussion and was considered a priority. “We must be able to create the right conditions to attract and retain qualified professionals in the Azores, ensuring stability and continuity in the services provided to our communities,” he said. The meeting took place in an atmosphere of institutional cooperation, with a commitment to maintaining close and ongoing dialogue on these matters. “Security is a key pillar of social and territorial cohesion, and must be built on collaboration between institutions,” he concluded.
Nota de Imprensa
March 27, 2026 Governo dos Açores assegura continuidade do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel A Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas informa que os passes sociais já se encontram à venda por parte das empresas de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel. Depois de acionados os mecanismos legais aplicáveis, o Governo dos Açores, através da Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas, lançou o respetivo procedimento pré-contratual com o único objetivo de garantir a prestação do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros a partir de 1 de janeiro de 2026. Assim, durante o dia de hoje, a situação ficou sanada e o Governo dos Açores garante que o serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel está assegurado. Aliás, o Governo dos Açores defende este serviço como fundamental e assegura que o mesmo vai decorrer sem qualquer interrupção, uma vez que se trata de um “serviço público essencial” para as deslocações diárias dos cidadãos, no caso em apreço, na ilha de São Miguel.
March 27, 2026 Governo dos Açores assegura continuidade do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel A Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas informa que os passes sociais já se encontram à venda por parte das empresas de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel. Depois de acionados os mecanismos legais aplicáveis, o Governo dos Açores, através da Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas, lançou o respetivo procedimento pré-contratual com o único objetivo de garantir a prestação do serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros a partir de 1 de janeiro de 2026. Assim, durante o dia de hoje, a situação ficou sanada e o Governo dos Açores garante que o serviço de transporte coletivo de passageiros na ilha de São Miguel está assegurado. Aliás, o Governo dos Açores defende este serviço como fundamental e assegura que o mesmo vai decorrer sem qualquer interrupção, uma vez que se trata de um “serviço público essencial” para as deslocações diárias dos cidadãos, no caso em apreço, na ilha de São Miguel.
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March 27, 2026 Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security and the Regional Secretariat for Education, Culture and Sport, is stepping up its commitment to an integrated approach to the prevention of ill health and the promotion of healthy lifestyles among young people, highlighting the growing role of digital behaviours in health and well-being. In this regard, the initiative held today in Ponta Delgada marked the inclusion of Sport in the Regional Calendar for the Prevention and Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles, a key difference from previous editions. “Promoting healthy lifestyles also involves promoting balanced digital behaviours, hence the importance of initiatives on the ground such as this one,” Mónica Seidi stated, calling for greater emphasis on digital literacy, online wellbeing and family involvement. In turn, the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, highlighted the importance of integrating sport and education into this strategy: “Sport and physical activity are areas of excellence in promoting healthy lifestyles,” she said. According to the Secretary for Education and Sport, the Government has been “increasing investment and programmes in these areas, with a view to reaching a wider population across all age groups, prioritising the youngest age groups." The government officials highlighted the work that has been carried out in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, in collaboration with schools, health services, law enforcement agencies and prevention teams, with a view to empowering young people to make more informed and responsible choices. The activities held throughout the day included a cycling circuit, a Zumba class, a road safety awareness session and the creation of a mural featuring messages about healthy lifestyles. The Government of the Azores emphasises that preventing illness and promoting the well-being of the Azorean population are a collective commitment that requires the active involvement of public entities, families and society as a whole.
March 27, 2026 Regional Government steps up efforts to promote prevention and healthy lifestyles among young people The Regional Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security and the Regional Secretariat for Education, Culture and Sport, is stepping up its commitment to an integrated approach to the prevention of ill health and the promotion of healthy lifestyles among young people, highlighting the growing role of digital behaviours in health and well-being. In this regard, the initiative held today in Ponta Delgada marked the inclusion of Sport in the Regional Calendar for the Prevention and Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles, a key difference from previous editions. “Promoting healthy lifestyles also involves promoting balanced digital behaviours, hence the importance of initiatives on the ground such as this one,” Mónica Seidi stated, calling for greater emphasis on digital literacy, online wellbeing and family involvement. In turn, the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, highlighted the importance of integrating sport and education into this strategy: “Sport and physical activity are areas of excellence in promoting healthy lifestyles,” she said. According to the Secretary for Education and Sport, the Government has been “increasing investment and programmes in these areas, with a view to reaching a wider population across all age groups, prioritising the youngest age groups." The government officials highlighted the work that has been carried out in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, in collaboration with schools, health services, law enforcement agencies and prevention teams, with a view to empowering young people to make more informed and responsible choices. The activities held throughout the day included a cycling circuit, a Zumba class, a road safety awareness session and the creation of a mural featuring messages about healthy lifestyles. The Government of the Azores emphasises that preventing illness and promoting the well-being of the Azorean population are a collective commitment that requires the active involvement of public entities, families and society as a whole.
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March 27, 2026 World Forest Day marked with more than 3,000 participants across the archipelago The Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Food, has brought together more than 3,000 people in a wide-ranging programme of activities to mark World Forest Day, which has inspired initiatives taking place between March 16 and today. The initiatives were organised by the Forestry Services of the nine islands. According to the Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, the occasion meant “much more than a symbolic date.” “We celebrate our forests, their irreplaceable value and the collective commitment we have been building across all islands,” he stressed. “Over the course of these days, thousands of children, young people, teachers, volunteers, scouts and local partners have come together for planting, awareness-raising and active learning activities,” he added. The activities focused on promoting the native Azorean forest, dominated by laurel forest and endemic species such as the Azores juniper and the Azorean Buckthorn, which are a unique heritage and the natural habitat of iconic species such as the Azores bullfinch. The strong mobilisation of the Azorean community was reflected in a diverse programme of events across the Region. On Santa Maria Island, environmental protection planting initiatives were organised at the airport and in local schools, involving students, teachers and scouts. On São Miguel Island, exhibitions, treasure hunts, biodiversity activities, sapling planting and talks delivered by forest rangers took place in schools located in Nordeste, Vila Franca do Campo, Ponta Garça and Ponta Delgada. In turn, volunteering and educational activities took place on the island of Terceira, namely the symbolic planting at Monte Brasil, in partnership with the army, and the planting of endemic species, including an event open to the public and another involving scouts. There were also recreational and educational activities in various schools across the island. On Graciosa Island, the programme included the planting of around 600 native trees in Serra das Fontes, in partnership with the Quercus Association, Portuguese Postal Services (CTT), schools and the Santa Cruz da Graciosa Municipal Council, as well as symbolic plantings in the island’s four parishes. On São Jorge Island, the activities were part of the Biosphere Reserve Festival, featuring tree-planting, traditional games and other activities aimed at children and families in the Macelas and Silveira Forest Reserves. Meanwhile, on the island of Pico, the exhibition and themed activities entitled “Forest of the Senses” in Lajes and Madalena involved more than 460 students. On Faial Island, the celebrations took the form of a tree-planting event along the Cabouco–Caldeira Forest Trail, organised in partnership with Horta Municipal Council and the Faial Automobile Club, as well as awareness-raising activities at three institutions in Horta. Lastly, on the island of Flores, native species were planted at Lagoa Branca and on the grounds of the Flores Basic Education and Secondary School, with the support of the GNR (National Republican Guard) and the Environmental Service. António Ventura assured that the conservation of Azorean forests will remain a collective priority, resulting in practical actions that ensure their protection for future generations. “Every action, whether it be planting a tree, tending a seed, an environmental education activity or a simple conversation about nature, represents an investment in the future of the Azores,” concluded the government official.
March 27, 2026 World Forest Day marked with more than 3,000 participants across the archipelago The Government of the Azores, through the Regional Secretariat for Agriculture and Food, has brought together more than 3,000 people in a wide-ranging programme of activities to mark World Forest Day, which has inspired initiatives taking place between March 16 and today. The initiatives were organised by the Forestry Services of the nine islands. According to the Regional Secretary for Agriculture and Food, António Ventura, the occasion meant “much more than a symbolic date.” “We celebrate our forests, their irreplaceable value and the collective commitment we have been building across all islands,” he stressed. “Over the course of these days, thousands of children, young people, teachers, volunteers, scouts and local partners have come together for planting, awareness-raising and active learning activities,” he added. The activities focused on promoting the native Azorean forest, dominated by laurel forest and endemic species such as the Azores juniper and the Azorean Buckthorn, which are a unique heritage and the natural habitat of iconic species such as the Azores bullfinch. The strong mobilisation of the Azorean community was reflected in a diverse programme of events across the Region. On Santa Maria Island, environmental protection planting initiatives were organised at the airport and in local schools, involving students, teachers and scouts. On São Miguel Island, exhibitions, treasure hunts, biodiversity activities, sapling planting and talks delivered by forest rangers took place in schools located in Nordeste, Vila Franca do Campo, Ponta Garça and Ponta Delgada. In turn, volunteering and educational activities took place on the island of Terceira, namely the symbolic planting at Monte Brasil, in partnership with the army, and the planting of endemic species, including an event open to the public and another involving scouts. There were also recreational and educational activities in various schools across the island. On Graciosa Island, the programme included the planting of around 600 native trees in Serra das Fontes, in partnership with the Quercus Association, Portuguese Postal Services (CTT), schools and the Santa Cruz da Graciosa Municipal Council, as well as symbolic plantings in the island’s four parishes. On São Jorge Island, the activities were part of the Biosphere Reserve Festival, featuring tree-planting, traditional games and other activities aimed at children and families in the Macelas and Silveira Forest Reserves. Meanwhile, on the island of Pico, the exhibition and themed activities entitled “Forest of the Senses” in Lajes and Madalena involved more than 460 students. On Faial Island, the celebrations took the form of a tree-planting event along the Cabouco–Caldeira Forest Trail, organised in partnership with Horta Municipal Council and the Faial Automobile Club, as well as awareness-raising activities at three institutions in Horta. Lastly, on the island of Flores, native species were planted at Lagoa Branca and on the grounds of the Flores Basic Education and Secondary School, with the support of the GNR (National Republican Guard) and the Environmental Service. António Ventura assured that the conservation of Azorean forests will remain a collective priority, resulting in practical actions that ensure their protection for future generations. “Every action, whether it be planting a tree, tending a seed, an environmental education activity or a simple conversation about nature, represents an investment in the future of the Azores,” concluded the government official.
