The Algarve Consumer Conflict Information, Mediation and Arbitration Center (CIMAAL) was created in 2000. As the name suggests, it covers the Algarve (Faro district). It has generic competence, unlimited value and is free to operate. The members of this center are the Algarve Tourism Region, ACRAL – Association of Commerce and Services of the Algarve Region, AMAL – Algarve Intermunicipal Community and the Portuguese Association for Consumer Protection