News of the day 11 July 2016
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Tourism
Pound's slump affecting resorts' businesses
The national hoteliers federation CEHAT and the Exceltur alliance for touristic excellence have both pleaded with the Balearic government to put the tourist tax on hold.
Crime
Drugs gangs' leaders ordered to stay in prison
Of accused who have appeared in court, two have been Guardia Civil officers.
Tourist tax
Under 20% of cruise ships are subject to the tourist tax
Fewer than twenty per cent of cruise ships coming to Balearic ports this year will be subject to the tourist tax. This is because the time they are in port is under twelve hours.
Nautical
A "serious mistake" if Alcudiamar investment is prevented
Alcudiamar suggests that the project would in fact produce environmental benefits for the bay and the beach.
News / Comment
Edition of 10 July 2016
Comment
The falling pound
British tourists have 10 to 15 per cent less spending power than they did three months ago.
Jason Moore