Presidência do Governo Regional
"RTP/Açores is pillar of our Autonomy," highlights José Manuel Bolieiro
"RTP/Açores is pillar of our Autonomy," highlights José Manuel Bolieiro
Presidência do Governo Regional
"Confidence, work and innovation" are pillars of regional economic growth, says José Manuel Bolieiro
"Confidence, work and innovation" are pillars of regional economic growth, says José Manuel Bolieiro
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Nota à imprensa
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Secretaria Regional do Turismo, Mobilidade e Infraestruturas
Berta Cabral says Canadian tourism is booming in the Azores and on the rise
Berta Cabral says Canadian tourism is booming in the Azores and on the rise
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November 20, 2024 "RTP/Açores is pillar of our Autonomy," highlights José Manuel Bolieiro The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the Board of Directors of RTP, led by Nicolau Santos, at an audience held today at the Sant'Ana Palace, pointing out that this television station is a "pillar" of Regional Autonomy. "RTP/Açores is an essential pillar of our Autonomy, ensuring the cohesion between the archipelago's nine islands and strengthening ties with our diaspora. Its role is irreplaceable in promoting the regional and cultural identity of the Azores," stressed the President of the Government, who was accompanied at the hearing by the Regional Secretary responsible for media affairs, Paulo Estêvão. "The Regional Government is committed to ensuring that, within the financial resources available, there are conditions to guarantee the continuity and predictability of RTP/Açores' funding in a context of full transparency," continued José Manuel Bolieiro. "We are aware that the funding of public media in Portugal is a State responsibility. However, this Government also believes that the Regional Autonomy must assume its share of this responsibility," said the President of the Government. It should be noted that the Council of the Government recently approved financial support amounting to 200 thousand Euros for RTP with a view to improving the technical conditions of the correspondents located on the islands with local offices. The board of directors welcomed this measure. Furthermore, the Regional Government presented the "Plan for Azorean Media" this week. Although focused on supporting the private sector, it includes an axis for training journalists - in collaboration with CENJOR - which will be open to journalists from public organisations, namely RTP/Açores, Antena1/Açores and the Lusa news agency.
November 20, 2024 "RTP/Açores is pillar of our Autonomy," highlights José Manuel Bolieiro The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, received the Board of Directors of RTP, led by Nicolau Santos, at an audience held today at the Sant'Ana Palace, pointing out that this television station is a "pillar" of Regional Autonomy. "RTP/Açores is an essential pillar of our Autonomy, ensuring the cohesion between the archipelago's nine islands and strengthening ties with our diaspora. Its role is irreplaceable in promoting the regional and cultural identity of the Azores," stressed the President of the Government, who was accompanied at the hearing by the Regional Secretary responsible for media affairs, Paulo Estêvão. "The Regional Government is committed to ensuring that, within the financial resources available, there are conditions to guarantee the continuity and predictability of RTP/Açores' funding in a context of full transparency," continued José Manuel Bolieiro. "We are aware that the funding of public media in Portugal is a State responsibility. However, this Government also believes that the Regional Autonomy must assume its share of this responsibility," said the President of the Government. It should be noted that the Council of the Government recently approved financial support amounting to 200 thousand Euros for RTP with a view to improving the technical conditions of the correspondents located on the islands with local offices. The board of directors welcomed this measure. Furthermore, the Regional Government presented the "Plan for Azorean Media" this week. Although focused on supporting the private sector, it includes an axis for training journalists - in collaboration with CENJOR - which will be open to journalists from public organisations, namely RTP/Açores, Antena1/Açores and the Lusa news agency.
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November 20, 2024 "Confidence, work and innovation" are pillars of regional economic growth, says José Manuel Bolieiro The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired today the opening of the new Pingo Doce shop in São Gonçalo, Ponta Delgada, an investment made by the Jerónimo Martins Group in partnership with the Finançor Group. The Mayor of Ponta Delgada, Pedro do Nascimento Cabral, the Chairman of the Jerónimo Martins Group, Pedro Soares dos Santos, and the CEO of the Finançor Group, Romão Braz, also attended the ceremony. The President of the Government highlighted the strategic role of the Finançor Group, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, in the projection and economic development of the Azores. He took the opportunity to emphasise the importance of a solid value chain, covering production, processing and distribution, based on research and development capacity. "This investment represents an opportunity for success, with enormous potential for the Azorean economy," he said. The head of the Azorean Government stressed his vision of an Azorean economy that is ‘thriving and free from dependence on public aid.’ In this regard, he recalled that, under his leadership, the Regional Government has implemented a tax differential that has reduced VAT, Personal Income Tax and Corporate Income Tax rates by up to 30% compared to the national territory, creating favourable conditions for economic growth and attracting investment. "We pay less taxes in the Azores. We stimulate the economy and encourage entrepreneurship," highlighted José Manuel Bolieiro. Pointing out the positive economic indicators, the President of the Government noted that the Azores are registering more than 40 consecutive months of growth in economic activity and private consumption. In addition, the number of people employed exceeded 120 thousand for the first time, a record for the Region. "The economy develops with work and a working population. It is through the dignity of labour that private entrepreneurs are essential to guaranteeing wealth generation throughout the value chain," he said. José Manuel Bolieiro also took the opportunity to praise the Azores Brand-certified products, highlighting the quality and authenticity that symbolise regional identity. There are 6,300 products, services, and establishments bearing the Azores Brand seal from 297 Azorean companies. "Our goal is to combine excellence with our identity,’ he concluded, emphasising that “confidence, commitment and boldness are pillars of the Region's collective future.”
November 20, 2024 "Confidence, work and innovation" are pillars of regional economic growth, says José Manuel Bolieiro The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired today the opening of the new Pingo Doce shop in São Gonçalo, Ponta Delgada, an investment made by the Jerónimo Martins Group in partnership with the Finançor Group. The Mayor of Ponta Delgada, Pedro do Nascimento Cabral, the Chairman of the Jerónimo Martins Group, Pedro Soares dos Santos, and the CEO of the Finançor Group, Romão Braz, also attended the ceremony. The President of the Government highlighted the strategic role of the Finançor Group, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, in the projection and economic development of the Azores. He took the opportunity to emphasise the importance of a solid value chain, covering production, processing and distribution, based on research and development capacity. "This investment represents an opportunity for success, with enormous potential for the Azorean economy," he said. The head of the Azorean Government stressed his vision of an Azorean economy that is ‘thriving and free from dependence on public aid.’ In this regard, he recalled that, under his leadership, the Regional Government has implemented a tax differential that has reduced VAT, Personal Income Tax and Corporate Income Tax rates by up to 30% compared to the national territory, creating favourable conditions for economic growth and attracting investment. "We pay less taxes in the Azores. We stimulate the economy and encourage entrepreneurship," highlighted José Manuel Bolieiro. Pointing out the positive economic indicators, the President of the Government noted that the Azores are registering more than 40 consecutive months of growth in economic activity and private consumption. In addition, the number of people employed exceeded 120 thousand for the first time, a record for the Region. "The economy develops with work and a working population. It is through the dignity of labour that private entrepreneurs are essential to guaranteeing wealth generation throughout the value chain," he said. José Manuel Bolieiro also took the opportunity to praise the Azores Brand-certified products, highlighting the quality and authenticity that symbolise regional identity. There are 6,300 products, services, and establishments bearing the Azores Brand seal from 297 Azorean companies. "Our goal is to combine excellence with our identity,’ he concluded, emphasising that “confidence, commitment and boldness are pillars of the Region's collective future.”
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November 21, 2024 Nota à imprensa Conforme assumido publicamente pelo Governo Regional dos Açores em 2023, compromisso materializado no artigo 11.º do Orçamento Regional para 2024, os trabalhadores contratados a termo resolutivo incerto no âmbito da pandemia da covid-19 seriam integrados nos quadros dos serviços do Serviço Regional de Saúde após procedimento concursal simplificado. Este normativo, lembra a Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social, foi aprovado por unanimidade após votação da proposta de Plano e Orçamento no dia 24 de maio de 2024. Como é sabido, a contratação de qualquer trabalhador ao abrigo do Código do Trabalho, para exercício de funções nos hospitais, EPER, depende sempre da abertura de concurso. Nesses termos, os procedimentos que estão a ser adotados pelos hospitais e Unidades de Saúde de Ilha (USI), para regularizar os contratos de trabalho celebrados no âmbito da pandemia da doença covid-19, são os previstos no referido art. 11.º do Orçamento para 2024. Assim, importa dizer que, e respeitando os procedimentos legalmente previstos, os vários serviços encontram-se em fases distintas para conclusão do processo até final deste ano, conforme anunciado publicamente, sendo que, por exemplo, na USI Flores serão celebrados os contratos destes trabalhadores já em 25 de novembro. Atendendo ao número significativo de trabalhadores, cuja listagem dos mesmos se encontra em fase de aprovação, o Hospital do Divino Espírito Santo (HDES), em Ponta Delgada, é o que ainda requer maior morosidade na conclusão do processo, nomeadamente pela verificação de habilitações mínimas dos respetivos trabalhadores para a sua integração. Assim, conclui-se que o Governo Regional está a cumprir com os normativos do artigo 11.º do Orçamento de 2024, aprovado por unanimidade por todos os partidos com assento parlamentar, sendo falsa a acusação do maior partido da oposição de que haja qualquer violação da lei nos contratos covid-19.
November 21, 2024 Nota à imprensa Conforme assumido publicamente pelo Governo Regional dos Açores em 2023, compromisso materializado no artigo 11.º do Orçamento Regional para 2024, os trabalhadores contratados a termo resolutivo incerto no âmbito da pandemia da covid-19 seriam integrados nos quadros dos serviços do Serviço Regional de Saúde após procedimento concursal simplificado. Este normativo, lembra a Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social, foi aprovado por unanimidade após votação da proposta de Plano e Orçamento no dia 24 de maio de 2024. Como é sabido, a contratação de qualquer trabalhador ao abrigo do Código do Trabalho, para exercício de funções nos hospitais, EPER, depende sempre da abertura de concurso. Nesses termos, os procedimentos que estão a ser adotados pelos hospitais e Unidades de Saúde de Ilha (USI), para regularizar os contratos de trabalho celebrados no âmbito da pandemia da doença covid-19, são os previstos no referido art. 11.º do Orçamento para 2024. Assim, importa dizer que, e respeitando os procedimentos legalmente previstos, os vários serviços encontram-se em fases distintas para conclusão do processo até final deste ano, conforme anunciado publicamente, sendo que, por exemplo, na USI Flores serão celebrados os contratos destes trabalhadores já em 25 de novembro. Atendendo ao número significativo de trabalhadores, cuja listagem dos mesmos se encontra em fase de aprovação, o Hospital do Divino Espírito Santo (HDES), em Ponta Delgada, é o que ainda requer maior morosidade na conclusão do processo, nomeadamente pela verificação de habilitações mínimas dos respetivos trabalhadores para a sua integração. Assim, conclui-se que o Governo Regional está a cumprir com os normativos do artigo 11.º do Orçamento de 2024, aprovado por unanimidade por todos os partidos com assento parlamentar, sendo falsa a acusação do maior partido da oposição de que haja qualquer violação da lei nos contratos covid-19.
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November 21, 2024 Berta Cabral says Canadian tourism is booming in the Azores and on the rise The Regional Secretary for Tourism, Mobility and Infrastructures, Berta Cabral, stated on Wednesday that "Canada is now a fast-growing tourist market in the Azores" and the trend, she believes, will grow "over the next few years." Berta Cabral spoke at the opening session of the ACTA (Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors) International Destination Conference, which is taking place at the Teatro Micaelense in Ponta Delgada. At this first international conference held in the Azores, she recalled the "special history of emigration and bilateral agreements" that the Azores share with Canada. She also mentioned that the relations between both parties "‘go beyond the diaspora as far as Canadian tourism has been registering significant growth in the Region." "Canada is now one of the top five international source markets for tourism in the Azores. Overnight stays by Canadian tourists grew about 63% last year, and we anticipate another significant increase this year," she said. According to Berta Cabral, "Visit Azores, the tourism promotion agency, has been working hard towards this goal." She continued: "The fact that we are welcoming you here today proves our commitment to this. Organising this event is an important opportunity to showcase the beauty of our islands, the hospitality of our people and the quality of our tourism offer." Pointing out that tourism in the Azores has been flourishing and registering significant growth in recent years, the Regional Secretary for Tourism highlighted the increase in overnight stays by almost 16% in 2023, with the prospect of surpassing four million overnight stays this year. "Today, tourism represents around one billion Euros in the Azorean economy, which corresponds to about 17% of the GDP, 16% of jobs and 20% of the GVA," she said. "This is one of the most important sectors of our economy, with a unique ability to positively influence others, driving economic growth, job creation, investment opportunities, income diversification and sustainable development," she added. Recalling that the Azores achieved Gold Level certification as a Sustainable Destination by Earth Check, being the first in the world to do so, Berta Cabral noted that "this achievement highlights the Region's commitment to sustainable development, respecting communities, their way of life and cultural uniqueness." "Tourism will continue to be at the core of our long-term political strategy for regional progress and prosperity. We will continue to invest in the development of infrastructures, products, services and tourist experiences as well as in international promotion activities, with a particular focus on the North American market," she said. Mentioning that the Azores were voted the "Best Adventure Tourism Destination in the World" in 2023 and the "Best Adventure Tourism Destination in Europe" for several years, she insisted that tourism all year round and on all islands is possible. "Nature tourism is our main product, offering a variety of activities such as hiking, canyoning, bird watching, whale watching, mountain biking, kayaking, diving, surfing, sailing and much more, in addition to authentic cultural experiences," she emphasised. Berta Cabral stated that ACTA, "with its well-deserved reputation and more than 3,000 members, is the perfect partner to help promote the Azores across Canada and provide Canadian travellers with a unique experience in a world-leading sustainable destination." "We are optimistic that this is just the beginning of a long, successful and mutually beneficial partnership," she concluded. The ACTA international conference brings together about 150 travel agents and travel advisors from Canada to the Azores, representing an effort by Visit Azores and the National Authority as part of the Region's external promotion process. It also falls within the strategy of mitigating tourist seasonality by harnessing the installed capacity and potential of the "Meetings & Incentives" segment in the Azores.
November 21, 2024 Berta Cabral says Canadian tourism is booming in the Azores and on the rise The Regional Secretary for Tourism, Mobility and Infrastructures, Berta Cabral, stated on Wednesday that "Canada is now a fast-growing tourist market in the Azores" and the trend, she believes, will grow "over the next few years." Berta Cabral spoke at the opening session of the ACTA (Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors) International Destination Conference, which is taking place at the Teatro Micaelense in Ponta Delgada. At this first international conference held in the Azores, she recalled the "special history of emigration and bilateral agreements" that the Azores share with Canada. She also mentioned that the relations between both parties "‘go beyond the diaspora as far as Canadian tourism has been registering significant growth in the Region." "Canada is now one of the top five international source markets for tourism in the Azores. Overnight stays by Canadian tourists grew about 63% last year, and we anticipate another significant increase this year," she said. According to Berta Cabral, "Visit Azores, the tourism promotion agency, has been working hard towards this goal." She continued: "The fact that we are welcoming you here today proves our commitment to this. Organising this event is an important opportunity to showcase the beauty of our islands, the hospitality of our people and the quality of our tourism offer." Pointing out that tourism in the Azores has been flourishing and registering significant growth in recent years, the Regional Secretary for Tourism highlighted the increase in overnight stays by almost 16% in 2023, with the prospect of surpassing four million overnight stays this year. "Today, tourism represents around one billion Euros in the Azorean economy, which corresponds to about 17% of the GDP, 16% of jobs and 20% of the GVA," she said. "This is one of the most important sectors of our economy, with a unique ability to positively influence others, driving economic growth, job creation, investment opportunities, income diversification and sustainable development," she added. Recalling that the Azores achieved Gold Level certification as a Sustainable Destination by Earth Check, being the first in the world to do so, Berta Cabral noted that "this achievement highlights the Region's commitment to sustainable development, respecting communities, their way of life and cultural uniqueness." "Tourism will continue to be at the core of our long-term political strategy for regional progress and prosperity. We will continue to invest in the development of infrastructures, products, services and tourist experiences as well as in international promotion activities, with a particular focus on the North American market," she said. Mentioning that the Azores were voted the "Best Adventure Tourism Destination in the World" in 2023 and the "Best Adventure Tourism Destination in Europe" for several years, she insisted that tourism all year round and on all islands is possible. "Nature tourism is our main product, offering a variety of activities such as hiking, canyoning, bird watching, whale watching, mountain biking, kayaking, diving, surfing, sailing and much more, in addition to authentic cultural experiences," she emphasised. Berta Cabral stated that ACTA, "with its well-deserved reputation and more than 3,000 members, is the perfect partner to help promote the Azores across Canada and provide Canadian travellers with a unique experience in a world-leading sustainable destination." "We are optimistic that this is just the beginning of a long, successful and mutually beneficial partnership," she concluded. The ACTA international conference brings together about 150 travel agents and travel advisors from Canada to the Azores, representing an effort by Visit Azores and the National Authority as part of the Region's external promotion process. It also falls within the strategy of mitigating tourist seasonality by harnessing the installed capacity and potential of the "Meetings & Incentives" segment in the Azores.
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November 20, 2024 Regional Government moves forward with construction of four houses in Casteletes neighbourhood on São Jorge Island The Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, Maria João Carreiro, chaired today the signing of the consignment agreement and the laying of the first stone for the construction of four houses in the Casteletes neighbourhood in the parish of Urzelina, municipality of Velas, São Jorge Island. The works contract was awarded to the company Inves Tri, Unipessoal, Lda. for €789,811.18 (plus VAT) and will be completed in 360 days. "This investment, fully funded under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, will allow the construction of four three-bedroom houses for renting under the lease with purchase option scheme for young people and the middle class," recalled the Regional Secretary during the consignment ceremony held at the Urzelinense Society. In addition to this investment, Maria João Carreiro announced that the remaining nine serviced plots will be allocated through a public tender to be launched in early 2025. This will allow beneficiaries to purchase a serviced plot at affordable prices and apply for support from the Regional Directorate for housing construction. On this subject, the Regional Secretary recalled that ‘’improvements were made in the 2024 Plan and Budget to the support system for the construction of permanent own housing, covering more families and securing an increase in the support granted of about 25%." According to the government official, these investments will boost the supply of affordable housing in the municipality of Velas. This, combined with the Velas Municipal Council's investments under the 1st Right, will provide more and better solutions for São Jorge residents. The ceremony also saw the signing of eight collaboration agreements with the parish councils of Calheta, Norte Pequeno, Santo Amaro, Rosais, Topo, Santo Antão, Urzelina and Ribeira Seca, totalling approximately 77 thousand Euros. These agreements aim to ensure the material conditions for the refurbishment of properties whose beneficiaries are economically disadvantaged or unable to manage the support granted independently. The ceremony was attended, among other guests, by the Mayor of Velas, Luís Silveira, the Deputy Mayor of Calheta, Lúcia Alves, the Regional Director for Housing, Daniel Pavão, the President of the Urzelina Parish Council, André Silveira, and the representative of the company Inves Tri, Unipessoal Lda., José Azevedo.
November 20, 2024 Regional Government moves forward with construction of four houses in Casteletes neighbourhood on São Jorge Island The Regional Secretary for Youth, Housing and Employment, Maria João Carreiro, chaired today the signing of the consignment agreement and the laying of the first stone for the construction of four houses in the Casteletes neighbourhood in the parish of Urzelina, municipality of Velas, São Jorge Island. The works contract was awarded to the company Inves Tri, Unipessoal, Lda. for €789,811.18 (plus VAT) and will be completed in 360 days. "This investment, fully funded under the Recovery and Resilience Plan, will allow the construction of four three-bedroom houses for renting under the lease with purchase option scheme for young people and the middle class," recalled the Regional Secretary during the consignment ceremony held at the Urzelinense Society. In addition to this investment, Maria João Carreiro announced that the remaining nine serviced plots will be allocated through a public tender to be launched in early 2025. This will allow beneficiaries to purchase a serviced plot at affordable prices and apply for support from the Regional Directorate for housing construction. On this subject, the Regional Secretary recalled that ‘’improvements were made in the 2024 Plan and Budget to the support system for the construction of permanent own housing, covering more families and securing an increase in the support granted of about 25%." According to the government official, these investments will boost the supply of affordable housing in the municipality of Velas. This, combined with the Velas Municipal Council's investments under the 1st Right, will provide more and better solutions for São Jorge residents. The ceremony also saw the signing of eight collaboration agreements with the parish councils of Calheta, Norte Pequeno, Santo Amaro, Rosais, Topo, Santo Antão, Urzelina and Ribeira Seca, totalling approximately 77 thousand Euros. These agreements aim to ensure the material conditions for the refurbishment of properties whose beneficiaries are economically disadvantaged or unable to manage the support granted independently. The ceremony was attended, among other guests, by the Mayor of Velas, Luís Silveira, the Deputy Mayor of Calheta, Lúcia Alves, the Regional Director for Housing, Daniel Pavão, the President of the Urzelina Parish Council, André Silveira, and the representative of the company Inves Tri, Unipessoal Lda., José Azevedo.
