The Liberal Initiative (IL) said, today, that the effective implementation of measures to improve inter-island air connections and with the continent “is crucial”, considering that the resolution of this problem would not only facilitate the daily lives of Madeirans but also boost tourism and the local economy.
“The application of the mobility subsidy model, previously approved by the Assembly of the Republic and later suspended by the PS, involving the payment of 86 euros, is a measure that must be implemented immediately. This subsidy would mean reducing the upfront payment of the total cost of travel for residents, promoting greater territorial and social integration between Madeira and other areas of Portuguese territory”, says the party.
Furthermore, IL emphasizes that the proposal to study the creation of a line between outermost regions that connects Madeira, the Azores and the Canary Islands is another of the party’s proposals.
“This line would not only strengthen ties between these regions, but it will also be a source of economic development, having full potential to obtain community financing. Support from the European Union would be essential, as these regions share similar challenges in terms of accessibility and development”, he considers.
In this sense, the party understands that it is imperative that the competent authorities, both at regional and national level, “work together to implement and finance these solutions, ensuring that mobility is not just a promise, but a tangible reality for all Madeirans”. “Continuous collaboration and political commitment are essential to transform these proposals into effective actions that will benefit everyone”, he concludes.
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