Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
RRP target met with training provided for over 2,500 members of households receiving social support
RRP target met with training provided for over 2,500 members of households receiving social support
Communiqué from the Council of the Government
Vice-Presidência do Governo Regional
Lajes Air Base "must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” stresses Artur Lima
Lajes Air Base "must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” stresses Artur Lima
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Applications now open for latest Protective Seal edition
Applications now open for latest Protective Seal edition
Nota de Imprensa
March 19, 2026 RRP target met with training provided for over 2,500 members of households receiving social support The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, visited the Valorizar Network premises in Angra do Heroísmo to deliver certificates of attendance for training courses aimed at members of households receiving social support. “Empowering people is one of the cornerstones of the Regional Government’s work. These training courses provide participants with tools that boost their independence, confidence and prospects for entering the workforce,” emphasised Mónica Seidi. The initiative marked the fulfilment of one of the targets set out in the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) for the Autonomous Region of the Azores: “Training for members of households receiving social support,” included in investment C03-i04-RAA. It was implemented by the Regional Directorate for the Promotion of Equality and Social Inclusion (DRPIIS), representing an overall investment of €1.25 million, funded under the RRP. As part of this initiative, a range of training programmes has been developed across various islands of the archipelago. These are still ongoing, largely due to the training role played by the Valorizar Network and the referral of participants by the Training and Employment Centre. The contents focused on areas such as the development of psychosocial skills, family and financial management, domestic literacy, career guidance, job-seeking techniques and the promotion of personal independence. So far, around 450 training sessions have been held, resulting in the issuance of nearly 4,000 certificates of attendance, covering more than 2,500 members of households benefitting from social support. In supporting and empowering these families, the approaches taken by the Institute for Social Security of the Azores (ISSA) and DRPIIS play a complementary role in promoting self-reliance and breaking the cycle of poverty, with DRPIIS focusing primarily on social and relational aspects, whilst ISSA focuses on economic and financial aspects. For the Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, these initiatives represent “an essential tool for empowering families, boosting their independence and breaking cycles of social vulnerability,” whilst also helping to reduce the number of people receiving social benefits and lower the risk of poverty in the Region.
March 19, 2026 RRP target met with training provided for over 2,500 members of households receiving social support The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, visited the Valorizar Network premises in Angra do Heroísmo to deliver certificates of attendance for training courses aimed at members of households receiving social support. “Empowering people is one of the cornerstones of the Regional Government’s work. These training courses provide participants with tools that boost their independence, confidence and prospects for entering the workforce,” emphasised Mónica Seidi. The initiative marked the fulfilment of one of the targets set out in the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) for the Autonomous Region of the Azores: “Training for members of households receiving social support,” included in investment C03-i04-RAA. It was implemented by the Regional Directorate for the Promotion of Equality and Social Inclusion (DRPIIS), representing an overall investment of €1.25 million, funded under the RRP. As part of this initiative, a range of training programmes has been developed across various islands of the archipelago. These are still ongoing, largely due to the training role played by the Valorizar Network and the referral of participants by the Training and Employment Centre. The contents focused on areas such as the development of psychosocial skills, family and financial management, domestic literacy, career guidance, job-seeking techniques and the promotion of personal independence. So far, around 450 training sessions have been held, resulting in the issuance of nearly 4,000 certificates of attendance, covering more than 2,500 members of households benefitting from social support. In supporting and empowering these families, the approaches taken by the Institute for Social Security of the Azores (ISSA) and DRPIIS play a complementary role in promoting self-reliance and breaking the cycle of poverty, with DRPIIS focusing primarily on social and relational aspects, whilst ISSA focuses on economic and financial aspects. For the Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, these initiatives represent “an essential tool for empowering families, boosting their independence and breaking cycles of social vulnerability,” whilst also helping to reduce the number of people receiving social benefits and lower the risk of poverty in the Region.
Comunicado
March 18, 2026 Communiqué from the Council of the Government The Government of the Council, which met on March 18, 2026, decided to adopt the following measures: 1. Approve a Resolution guiding the Board of Directors of SATA Holding, S.A., to initiate a new direct negotiation procedure with a view to selling the majority of the share capital of SATA Internacional – Azores Airlines, S.A., in accordance with the law and in compliance with the obligations undertaken under the SATA Group Restructuring Plan. The divestment procedure initiated in 2023, pursuant to Government Council Resolution No. 5/2023, did not result in an award, in light of the conclusions set out in the final report of the public tender panel, with the latter identifying significant shortcomings in light of the defined criteria and established strategic objectives; therefore, no decision compatible with the regional public interest could be reached under these circumstances. In the course of this procedure, the Special Committee for Monitoring the divestment process prepared and submitted its final activity report, reaching a conclusion that the tender procedure was conducted in accordance with the tender specifications and in full compliance with the principles of legality, transparency, rigour, impartiality and objectivity. The new procedure now established clearly maintains the requirement to include, in the relevant tender specifications to be submitted for approval by the Council of the Government, clauses intended to: - Safeguarding the strategic interests of the Autonomous Region of the Azores; - Safeguarding workers’ rights and existing employment commitments; - Ensure the continuity of essential air routes and service to the Region and the Azorean diaspora. With a view to improving control and monitoring mechanisms, the disposal procedure overseen by the Board of Directors of the SATA Holding Company will be monitored by an independent supervisor. We can confirm that Professor Augusto Mateus has been invited and has accepted the position of Supervisor. A Special Monitoring Committee will also be appointed, comprising Professor João Carlos Teixeira, who will chair the committee, Professor Teresa Tiago and Dr António Maio. Meanwhile, the drafting and implementation of the corruption risk prevention plan will be promoted, as required by law, with compliance being mandatory for all parties involved in the procedure, thereby reinforcing the principles of integrity, transparency and good governance. The adoption of direct negotiation procedures is intended to ensure greater efficiency and speed in the process, given the need to meet the European Commission's deadline for implementing the measures under SATA’s Restructuring Plan, which has now been extended until December 31, 2026. The Council of the Government reiterates that the decision now taken follows a responsible assessment of the experience acquired during the previous procedure and represents an adjustment to the model adopted, the aim being to ensure that the process is completed within the established deadlines, whilst safeguarding the regional public interest and ensuring the airline’s future sustainability with full transparency. 2. Proposed Resolution authorising the signing of a programme contract between the Autonomous Region of the Azores and Teatro Micaelense – Centro Cultural e de Congressos, S.A., with a view to developing cultural activity through the implementation of the approved programme of events, up to a maximum amount of €850,000.00, for 2026. The Resolution delegates to the Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration and the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport the necessary powers to, on behalf of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, award the programme contract between the Autonomous Region of the Azores and Teatro Micaelense – Cultural and Congress Centre, S.A., with a view to developing cultural activities through the implementation of the approved programme of events.
March 18, 2026 Communiqué from the Council of the Government The Government of the Council, which met on March 18, 2026, decided to adopt the following measures: 1. Approve a Resolution guiding the Board of Directors of SATA Holding, S.A., to initiate a new direct negotiation procedure with a view to selling the majority of the share capital of SATA Internacional – Azores Airlines, S.A., in accordance with the law and in compliance with the obligations undertaken under the SATA Group Restructuring Plan. The divestment procedure initiated in 2023, pursuant to Government Council Resolution No. 5/2023, did not result in an award, in light of the conclusions set out in the final report of the public tender panel, with the latter identifying significant shortcomings in light of the defined criteria and established strategic objectives; therefore, no decision compatible with the regional public interest could be reached under these circumstances. In the course of this procedure, the Special Committee for Monitoring the divestment process prepared and submitted its final activity report, reaching a conclusion that the tender procedure was conducted in accordance with the tender specifications and in full compliance with the principles of legality, transparency, rigour, impartiality and objectivity. The new procedure now established clearly maintains the requirement to include, in the relevant tender specifications to be submitted for approval by the Council of the Government, clauses intended to: - Safeguarding the strategic interests of the Autonomous Region of the Azores; - Safeguarding workers’ rights and existing employment commitments; - Ensure the continuity of essential air routes and service to the Region and the Azorean diaspora. With a view to improving control and monitoring mechanisms, the disposal procedure overseen by the Board of Directors of the SATA Holding Company will be monitored by an independent supervisor. We can confirm that Professor Augusto Mateus has been invited and has accepted the position of Supervisor. A Special Monitoring Committee will also be appointed, comprising Professor João Carlos Teixeira, who will chair the committee, Professor Teresa Tiago and Dr António Maio. Meanwhile, the drafting and implementation of the corruption risk prevention plan will be promoted, as required by law, with compliance being mandatory for all parties involved in the procedure, thereby reinforcing the principles of integrity, transparency and good governance. The adoption of direct negotiation procedures is intended to ensure greater efficiency and speed in the process, given the need to meet the European Commission's deadline for implementing the measures under SATA’s Restructuring Plan, which has now been extended until December 31, 2026. The Council of the Government reiterates that the decision now taken follows a responsible assessment of the experience acquired during the previous procedure and represents an adjustment to the model adopted, the aim being to ensure that the process is completed within the established deadlines, whilst safeguarding the regional public interest and ensuring the airline’s future sustainability with full transparency. 2. Proposed Resolution authorising the signing of a programme contract between the Autonomous Region of the Azores and Teatro Micaelense – Centro Cultural e de Congressos, S.A., with a view to developing cultural activity through the implementation of the approved programme of events, up to a maximum amount of €850,000.00, for 2026. The Resolution delegates to the Regional Secretary for Finance, Planning and Public Administration and the Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport the necessary powers to, on behalf of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, award the programme contract between the Autonomous Region of the Azores and Teatro Micaelense – Cultural and Congress Centre, S.A., with a view to developing cultural activities through the implementation of the approved programme of events.
Nota de Imprensa
March 18, 2026 Lajes Air Base "must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” stresses Artur Lima The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, spoke today at the Regional Legislative Assembly of the Azores, where he emphasised that “Lajes Air Base must continue to serve international security, but it must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal.” For the Vice-President, Lajes Air Base “has been one of the fundamental pillars of the Euro-Atlantic security framework and the maintenance of peace in Europe and around the world.” The location of the Azores, “at the crossroads of air and maritime routes between Europe and America, has made Lajes a key logistics hub for military operations, maritime surveillance, communications, strategic transport and support for NATO forces,” he noted. “There is an undeniable geographical reality. The Azores, whilst being Europe’s westernmost border, are the heart of the Atlantic,” emphasised Artur Lima. The Vice-President of the Government recalled that “the Region shares centuries-old relations with the USA, a past and present shaped not only by the diaspora, but also by shared values and perspectives on many of the major global issues.” Lajes Air Base, “a key element in successive negotiations between Portugal and the USA, has taken on and continues to take on particular significance in this context, leaving an enduring mark on the history of the Azores in general and Terceira in particular,” he noted. Artur Lima maintained that “in each of these negotiations, the Region has lost out on fair and due compensation, perhaps unnoticed by the National Government,” adding that “it is undeniable that successive governments have systematically failed to defend the interests of the Azores.” “The downsizing of the U.S. presence did not mean a downsizing of its geostrategic importance,” he declared. However, “staff cuts cannot be reduced merely to an operational decision,” as they have had “profound economic, social and strategic consequences” for “a regional economy that has been part of an Atlantic strategic framework for decades,” he pointed out. In this regard, “the National Government could not, and cannot, simply stand by and watch,” he said. During the debate, which he considered to reveal “a complete lack of strategic sense and timeliness” on the part of its proponents, the Vice-President of the Government dismissed the revision of the Cooperation and Defence Agreement in the current international context as “imprudent.” Regarding the Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), he recalled that, in 2008, following a proposal by the CDS party, the Ad Hoc Committee for the Evaluation of the Real Impact of the Cooperation and Defence Agreement between the Portuguese Republic and the United States of America on the Autonomous Region of the Azores recommended the establishment of a branch office in the Azores, preferably on the island of Terceira. Artur Lima also reiterated that “FLAD, arising from the 1983 bilateral agreement, exists because of the Azores and Lajes Air Base; this is a historical fact.” Therefore, he called for FLAD “to collaborate genuinely with the Azores, and with its research and innovation ecosystem, just as it has done in the past.” Portugal “is an Atlantic nation with strategic depth, and the Azores are the cornerstone of this geopolitical positioning,” he emphasised. In this context, “the Lajes Air Base, located in the Azores, must continue to serve international security, but it must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” he pointed out. The Vice-President concluded by stressing that “Autonomy is not an abstract concept; it is exercised here, at the heart of the Atlantic. May the future of Lajes be written in the spirit of progress for our Autonomous Region and with the guarantee that the well-being of our people takes precedence over any national convenience.”
March 18, 2026 Lajes Air Base "must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” stresses Artur Lima The Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, spoke today at the Regional Legislative Assembly of the Azores, where he emphasised that “Lajes Air Base must continue to serve international security, but it must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal.” For the Vice-President, Lajes Air Base “has been one of the fundamental pillars of the Euro-Atlantic security framework and the maintenance of peace in Europe and around the world.” The location of the Azores, “at the crossroads of air and maritime routes between Europe and America, has made Lajes a key logistics hub for military operations, maritime surveillance, communications, strategic transport and support for NATO forces,” he noted. “There is an undeniable geographical reality. The Azores, whilst being Europe’s westernmost border, are the heart of the Atlantic,” emphasised Artur Lima. The Vice-President of the Government recalled that “the Region shares centuries-old relations with the USA, a past and present shaped not only by the diaspora, but also by shared values and perspectives on many of the major global issues.” Lajes Air Base, “a key element in successive negotiations between Portugal and the USA, has taken on and continues to take on particular significance in this context, leaving an enduring mark on the history of the Azores in general and Terceira in particular,” he noted. Artur Lima maintained that “in each of these negotiations, the Region has lost out on fair and due compensation, perhaps unnoticed by the National Government,” adding that “it is undeniable that successive governments have systematically failed to defend the interests of the Azores.” “The downsizing of the U.S. presence did not mean a downsizing of its geostrategic importance,” he declared. However, “staff cuts cannot be reduced merely to an operational decision,” as they have had “profound economic, social and strategic consequences” for “a regional economy that has been part of an Atlantic strategic framework for decades,” he pointed out. In this regard, “the National Government could not, and cannot, simply stand by and watch,” he said. During the debate, which he considered to reveal “a complete lack of strategic sense and timeliness” on the part of its proponents, the Vice-President of the Government dismissed the revision of the Cooperation and Defence Agreement in the current international context as “imprudent.” Regarding the Luso-American Development Foundation (FLAD), he recalled that, in 2008, following a proposal by the CDS party, the Ad Hoc Committee for the Evaluation of the Real Impact of the Cooperation and Defence Agreement between the Portuguese Republic and the United States of America on the Autonomous Region of the Azores recommended the establishment of a branch office in the Azores, preferably on the island of Terceira. Artur Lima also reiterated that “FLAD, arising from the 1983 bilateral agreement, exists because of the Azores and Lajes Air Base; this is a historical fact.” Therefore, he called for FLAD “to collaborate genuinely with the Azores, and with its research and innovation ecosystem, just as it has done in the past.” Portugal “is an Atlantic nation with strategic depth, and the Azores are the cornerstone of this geopolitical positioning,” he emphasised. In this context, “the Lajes Air Base, located in the Azores, must continue to serve international security, but it must also serve the development of the Azores and the future of Portugal,” he pointed out. The Vice-President concluded by stressing that “Autonomy is not an abstract concept; it is exercised here, at the heart of the Atlantic. May the future of Lajes be written in the spirit of progress for our Autonomous Region and with the guarantee that the well-being of our people takes precedence over any national convenience.”
Nota de Imprensa
March 18, 2026 Applications now open for latest Protective Seal edition The Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, through the Azores Commissioner's for Childhood (CAI), announced that applications are now open for the ninth edition of the Protective Seal, which runs from March 15 to May 31, 2026. Given their closer ties, CAI is once again joining the initiative promoted by the National Commission for the Promotion of the Rights and Protection of Children and Young People (CNPDPCJ), which is an integrated risk and hazard management system focused on self-assessment and capacity-building for Entities with Competence in Matters of Childhood and Youth within the education sector. In the eight editions held to date, the Protective Seal has certified 287 organisations, benefiting more than 282,000 children and young people. There are already four organisations in the Azores distinguished with the Protective Seal: Vitorino Nemésio Secondary School and Manuel de Arriaga Secondary School, recognised in January 2026, which joined the organisations certified in 2023 — Colégio de São Francisco Xavier - Província Portuguesa das Irmãs de São José de Cluny school, on the island of São Miguel, and the Olhar Poente Association, on the island of Terceira. As such, CAI has been promoting the Protective Seal in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, raising awareness amongst organisations of the importance of joining this national initiative and encouraging them to submit applications. In the first quarter of 2026, the CAI President visited the four distinguished Azorean organisations with the aim of giving visibility to the work they have carried out, raising awareness of this certification and encouraging other regional organisations to join the initiative. It should be noted that the Protective Seal is awarded annually, with certification valid for a period of four years, which is non-renewable. Once this period has expired, organisations wishing to retain their accreditation must submit a new application in accordance with the terms set out for each edition. Regulations and additional information are available at: https://www.cnpdpcj.gov.pt/selo-protetor.
March 18, 2026 Applications now open for latest Protective Seal edition The Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, through the Azores Commissioner's for Childhood (CAI), announced that applications are now open for the ninth edition of the Protective Seal, which runs from March 15 to May 31, 2026. Given their closer ties, CAI is once again joining the initiative promoted by the National Commission for the Promotion of the Rights and Protection of Children and Young People (CNPDPCJ), which is an integrated risk and hazard management system focused on self-assessment and capacity-building for Entities with Competence in Matters of Childhood and Youth within the education sector. In the eight editions held to date, the Protective Seal has certified 287 organisations, benefiting more than 282,000 children and young people. There are already four organisations in the Azores distinguished with the Protective Seal: Vitorino Nemésio Secondary School and Manuel de Arriaga Secondary School, recognised in January 2026, which joined the organisations certified in 2023 — Colégio de São Francisco Xavier - Província Portuguesa das Irmãs de São José de Cluny school, on the island of São Miguel, and the Olhar Poente Association, on the island of Terceira. As such, CAI has been promoting the Protective Seal in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, raising awareness amongst organisations of the importance of joining this national initiative and encouraging them to submit applications. In the first quarter of 2026, the CAI President visited the four distinguished Azorean organisations with the aim of giving visibility to the work they have carried out, raising awareness of this certification and encouraging other regional organisations to join the initiative. It should be noted that the Protective Seal is awarded annually, with certification valid for a period of four years, which is non-renewable. Once this period has expired, organisations wishing to retain their accreditation must submit a new application in accordance with the terms set out for each edition. Regulations and additional information are available at: https://www.cnpdpcj.gov.pt/selo-protetor.
Nota de Imprensa
March 18, 2026 Applications now open for allocation of 144 plots for housing development The public tender for the allocation of 144 serviced plots on the islands of São Miguel, Flores, São Jorge and Santa Maria is now open, being “a practical, solid and clear response from the Azorean Government to one of the greatest concerns of Azorean families and young people,” stated Maria João Carreiro. These 144 plots, including 114 on the island of São Miguel, 14 on the island of Flores, 10 on the island of São Jorge and six on the island of Santa Maria, are intended for the construction of permanent housing. According to the Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, this is taking place ‘on an unprecedented scale in the Region and to a sufficient extent to allow about 150 families to build their own homes with stability, dignity and a future." Applications must be submitted from today, March 18, until April 10, pursuant to the terms specified in the Notice published in the Official Journal and available for consultation on the Regional Directorate for Housing (DRH) website at https://portal.azores.gov.pt/web/drh/concursos-cedencia-lotes-habitacao, where the application form is also available. DRH Services, located at Rua Dr. João Francisco de Sousa, no. 30, 9500-187 Ponta Delgada, on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; RIAC - Integrated Citizen Support Network Offices; Registered post with acknowledgement of receipt to the Regional Housing Directorate, located at Rua Dr. João Francisco de Sousa, n.º 30, 9500-187 Ponta Delgada; DRH email address - [email protected]. Any requests for clarification regarding the understanding and interpretation of the Regulations should be addressed to the president of the jury and submitted in writing to [email protected] no later than March 25, 2026. Out of the 144 plots now put out to tender by the Regional Government to be granted to Azorean families, 114 have been serviced under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, corresponding to an investment of €5.5 million. The remaining plots result from an investment of about €1 million under the Regional Budget, with some already identified two decades ago but never allocated to families. Beneficiaries of the plots will pay between 5% and 45% of the plot price, depending on their income. They may also benefit, cumulatively, from a non-repayable grant of up to €5,000 towards the cost of architectural designs and specialist services, as well as support for self-build projects of up to €75,000, depending on the household composition and income, and the type of housing. “At a time when families most need support to cope with the increased difficulties in accessing housing, the Azorean Government is making a clear choice: it is implementing a policy that moves beyond mere words and becomes a reality. The Regional Government is taking firm and transformative steps,” stated Maria João Carreiro. Plots available on the island of São Miguel 6 plots in the Topo housing development, town of Nordeste, municipality of Nordeste; 4 plots in the Santana housing development, parish of Santana, municipality of Nordeste; 3 plots in the Milagres housing development, parish of Arrifes, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 36 plots in the Rosário housing development, town of Capelas, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 31 plots in the Biscoito housing development, parish of Feteiras, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 17 plots in the São Vicente Ferreira II housing development, parish of São Vicente Ferreira, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 2 plots in the Rua do Jogo housing development, parish of Ribeirinha, municipality of Ribeira Grande; 6 plots in the Lomba da Igreja housing development, parish of Ponta Garça, municipality of Vila Franca do Campo; 9 plots in the Galega housing development, parish of Ribeira das Tainhas, municipality of Vila Franca do Campo. Plots available on the island of Flores 14 plots in the Terça housing development, parish of Santa Cruz, municipality of Santa Cruz das Flores. Plots for sale on the island of Santa Maria 2 plots in the Outeiro housing development, parish of São Pedro, municipality of Vila do Porto; 4 plots in the Cruz Teixeira housing development, Vila do Porto, municipality of Vila do Porto. Plots available on the island of São Jorge 10 plots in the Casteletes housing development, parish of Urzelina, municipality of Velas.
March 18, 2026 Applications now open for allocation of 144 plots for housing development The public tender for the allocation of 144 serviced plots on the islands of São Miguel, Flores, São Jorge and Santa Maria is now open, being “a practical, solid and clear response from the Azorean Government to one of the greatest concerns of Azorean families and young people,” stated Maria João Carreiro. These 144 plots, including 114 on the island of São Miguel, 14 on the island of Flores, 10 on the island of São Jorge and six on the island of Santa Maria, are intended for the construction of permanent housing. According to the Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, this is taking place ‘on an unprecedented scale in the Region and to a sufficient extent to allow about 150 families to build their own homes with stability, dignity and a future." Applications must be submitted from today, March 18, until April 10, pursuant to the terms specified in the Notice published in the Official Journal and available for consultation on the Regional Directorate for Housing (DRH) website at https://portal.azores.gov.pt/web/drh/concursos-cedencia-lotes-habitacao, where the application form is also available. DRH Services, located at Rua Dr. João Francisco de Sousa, no. 30, 9500-187 Ponta Delgada, on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; RIAC - Integrated Citizen Support Network Offices; Registered post with acknowledgement of receipt to the Regional Housing Directorate, located at Rua Dr. João Francisco de Sousa, n.º 30, 9500-187 Ponta Delgada; DRH email address - [email protected]. Any requests for clarification regarding the understanding and interpretation of the Regulations should be addressed to the president of the jury and submitted in writing to [email protected] no later than March 25, 2026. Out of the 144 plots now put out to tender by the Regional Government to be granted to Azorean families, 114 have been serviced under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, corresponding to an investment of €5.5 million. The remaining plots result from an investment of about €1 million under the Regional Budget, with some already identified two decades ago but never allocated to families. Beneficiaries of the plots will pay between 5% and 45% of the plot price, depending on their income. They may also benefit, cumulatively, from a non-repayable grant of up to €5,000 towards the cost of architectural designs and specialist services, as well as support for self-build projects of up to €75,000, depending on the household composition and income, and the type of housing. “At a time when families most need support to cope with the increased difficulties in accessing housing, the Azorean Government is making a clear choice: it is implementing a policy that moves beyond mere words and becomes a reality. The Regional Government is taking firm and transformative steps,” stated Maria João Carreiro. Plots available on the island of São Miguel 6 plots in the Topo housing development, town of Nordeste, municipality of Nordeste; 4 plots in the Santana housing development, parish of Santana, municipality of Nordeste; 3 plots in the Milagres housing development, parish of Arrifes, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 36 plots in the Rosário housing development, town of Capelas, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 31 plots in the Biscoito housing development, parish of Feteiras, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 17 plots in the São Vicente Ferreira II housing development, parish of São Vicente Ferreira, municipality of Ponta Delgada; 2 plots in the Rua do Jogo housing development, parish of Ribeirinha, municipality of Ribeira Grande; 6 plots in the Lomba da Igreja housing development, parish of Ponta Garça, municipality of Vila Franca do Campo; 9 plots in the Galega housing development, parish of Ribeira das Tainhas, municipality of Vila Franca do Campo. Plots available on the island of Flores 14 plots in the Terça housing development, parish of Santa Cruz, municipality of Santa Cruz das Flores. Plots for sale on the island of Santa Maria 2 plots in the Outeiro housing development, parish of São Pedro, municipality of Vila do Porto; 4 plots in the Cruz Teixeira housing development, Vila do Porto, municipality of Vila do Porto. Plots available on the island of São Jorge 10 plots in the Casteletes housing development, parish of Urzelina, municipality of Velas.
