Record hotel occupancy in Palma for Constitution holiday
Palma has been busy over this holiday period.
Construction
Over 1,000 new homes under Palma Gesa plan
Under the plan, Endesa will retrieve ownership of the building and be allowed to undertake development, but not on the seafront.
Settlement
Pollensa town hall facing compensation bill for demolished house
The problem with the house arose after it had been built. It blocked the view of other residents on the Calvari.
Housing
Habtur points to 19% increase in cost of residential letting
Joan Miralles, the president of the Habtur holiday rentals association, yesterday presented a report in which it is claimed that the cost of residential letting in Palma has risen by 19% in the past two years.
Crime
Ex-workers suspected of supplying burglary information
Three people are under arrest and three others are implicated. One of the six is just seventeen years old.
Court
Spain court confirms sexual assault sentence in "wolf pack" case
A Spanish regional court this morning confirmed a controversial ruling that cleared five men of gang-raping a young woman during Pamplona's San Fermin fesitval in the so-called "Wolf Pack" case, which caused protests across Spain.
Politics
Budget woes for Spanish Prime Minister
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said his government was planning to put forward a proposal for the 2019 budget in January, changing strategy after an electoral setback on Sunday in a Socialist stronghold.
Brexit
Balearic businesses getting nervous about Brexit
Fears of a collapse on the value of the Pound.
Entertainment
National TV station to ring in the New year from Sant Llorenç
Leading Spanish television channel Telecinco has accounced that this year, it will be ringing in the New Year from Sant Llorenç, where 13 people lost their lives as a result of severe flooding in October.
Incident
Baby dies after father falls down stairs
Four-month-old passed away as a result of serious injuries after being admitted to Son Espases.
Traffic
Arta's military bridge is now open to traffic
The first vehicles crossed the bridge yesterday morning.
Security
Police step up security in Palma this Christmas
Palma is going to increase the number of “obstacles” in the city centre as part of the Christmas security operation.
Brexit
An open letter from Ambassador Simon Manley to British nationals living in Spain
I wanted to update you on the recent developments on our exit from the EU. As many of you are no doubt aware, on Sunday 25th November, there was a special European Council on Brexit. EU leaders agreed the Withdrawal Agreement and Political Declaration on the future relationship between the UK and EU.
Nautical industry
No more Marinas for the Balearics
Balearic government presents a 15-year-plan to maximise the potential of the nautical industry.
Environment
Balearics facing greater flood risk - experts
“Flood risks are expected to increase in the future as a consequence of climate change."
Crime
Couple arrested for attempted robbery with violence and threats
The investigations are still open with the police looking to arrest the third party involved who has been identified.
Traffic
Arta's military bridge should open this morning
The bridge is going to be for one way traffic only and the maximum speed will be 20 kilometres per hour.
Tourism
Majorca to be Europe's top cycle destination in 2019
Cycle tourists, never mind the professional teams which train here, spend an average of 160 euros per day during their stay on the island.
Television
More stars join BBC series The Mallorca Files as filming gets underway on the island
Detective series is being shot at key locations on the island over coming months.
Politics
Calls to change Spanish Constitution to reflect changing society
The Central Government Delegate in the Balearics, Rosario Sanchez, said yesterday that the Spanish Constitution needed to be altered to embrace the changes in Spanish society
Sports
Sports education taken to new level with partnership between two top British centres
Sports education on the island has moved to a new level following an agreement signed this week between Loughborough College and the Best Centre for sporting excellence in Ses Salinas.
Gastronomy
Masterchef finalist cooks up a treat
British television Masterchef finalist Claire Hutchings puts her mark on a typical Majorcan dish in this easy to follow recipe which can be enjoyed by all.
Cinema
British spy who retired to Majorca in new Hollywood film about his life
A new Hollywood blockbuster based on the life of the late Cold war British spy Greville Wynne, who retired to Majorca, is being produced starring Benedict Cumberbatch.
Police
Police inspectors who failed to spot threat to murdered woman relieved of their posts
The victim was stabbed to death at Conforama where she worked.
Arrests
Tensions flare during police operation
The Guardia Civil raided a property in Palma yesterday morning.
Illegal
26 illegal immigrants caught trying to slip into the Balearics
The Guardia Civil intercepted four boats in the Balearics yesterday and among those arrested are at least five minors.
Economy
Sterling hits 17 month low
Sterling briefly swooned to a 17-month low yesterday, before recovering ground to trade little-changed on the day, in a volatile session dominated by Brexit-related headlines.
Museum
New maritime museum is launched in Palma by Council
New maritime museum is established in Ses Voltes in Palma.
Health
Hospital waiting times are down in the Balearics
Patients wait an average of 93 days for surgery at a public hospital in Spain, and one in every eight people wait over six months, according to new data released yesterday by the Health Ministry.
News
What's on in Majorca: 10-16 December
A whole load of Christmas markets and concerts across the island. Among the highlights - the Balearic Symphony Orchestra and children's choirs on Thursday and the Teatre Principal children and adult choirs on Saturday. Swedish school children's choir at the Cathedral for Santa Lucia (Thursday). A Russian Christmas at Palma Auditorium (Saturday). "A Christmas Carol" (with carol singing) also at the auditorium - and in English.
News
Cooking up a Majorcan treat
Marc Fosh is one of Europe´s most exciting and creative cookery talents.
SPECIAL
Eat Majorca
The Bulletin has also published is a 24 page special dedicated to Majorcan food. Both editions are now available online and at the fair in London's Excel Centre in Docklands. See you at the fair!
News
Warm yourself with a super lamb dish
Jeff Harter, the leading US chef based on the island, cooks up a lamb treat which is simple to prepare.
Sports
Game of the season against Malaga
Supporters clubs have asked for as many fans as possible to be at the main entrance gates to the Son Moix at 4:15pm to meet and greet the players as they arrive on the team coach. A bigger gate than normal is expected with a perfect kick-off time and day.
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