News of the day 30 July 2018
News / Latest headlines
Royal family
Juan Carlos controversy clouding royal family holiday
The former king was due to have taken part in the Copa del Rey regatta.
Politics
King Felipe wanting to build bridges with Catalonia
The King's vacation in Majorca has coincided with a call for a referendum on the future of the monarchy.
Environment
Cabrera National Park is to be expanded
The size of the Cabrera park will increase by nine times.
Transport
Taxi drivers to go on strike today
The strike was sparked after the Spanish government appealed a Barcelona decision to limit the number of licences for Uber-style services.
Emergencies
The balconing craze is back in Majorca
The term "balconing" was originally coined to refer to diving into pools from balconies.
News / Comment
Edition of 29 July 2018
Comment
Fewer tourists
Majorca must remember that fewer tourists will mean fewer jobs and less money.
Jason Moore