News of the day 29 December 2016
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Crime
Four years for driver who caused deaths in Portals motorway accident
"But you did it. You're not going to remedy anything. Four years is a gift for you."
Police
Anti-terrorist barriers for Palma's celebrations
Heavy barriers are to be installed at all access points to the Born avenue on New Year's Eve, for the Three Kings parade and for the Sant Sebastià fiestas.
Environment
Residents want Son Serra to become part of Llevant Nature Park
The call is being made in order to improve forest management and prevent fires like the ones in the summer.
Tourism
Holiday rentals' legislation opposed by business associations
The proposed law ... "should be based on balance, sustainability and a free market".
News / Comment
Edition of 29 December 2016
Comment
Festive spending
Some retailers have been feeling the pinch over the busy festive period.
Jason Moore