British strain of Covid-19 now contained in Mallorca
“The British variant has higher transmission capacity, so it will be necessary to monitor the situation closely.."
Greece steals a march on Mallorca with "vaccine holidays"
"Greece makes big push for the British market...."
Palma Beach Concessionaires issue ultimatum
“We have continued to fulfil our contractual obligations, cleaning the beach, maintaining the gardens, etc and we can’t do it anymore, we are all very angry..”
Spanish government looks to regulate rents in Mallorca
"But not everyone is impressed...."
Spain's COVID-19 incidence drops below 'extreme risk' level
Several regions have relaxed restrictions such as night-time curfews in the past couple of weeks.
Last statue of dictator Franco removed in 'historic day' for Spain
The statue, erected three years after Franco's death in 1978, commemorated his role as commander of the Spanish Legion in the Rif War.
Spain announces 11 billion euro package to help companies face the covid crisis
Spain has been one of the countries worst hit by COVID-19. Its tourism-dependent economy shrank a record 11% last year.
Digital health checks vital to travel recovery, Heathrow says
The airport, west of London, is forecasting 25 million passengers in the second half of the year, meaning it would be operating at about 50% capacity.
Spain bars British tourists until at least until March 16
"Only British residents in Spain can enter the country...."
Mallorca's chickpea tradition
“Before sowing it’s advisable to treat the chickpeas with copper, sulphate them with a concrete mixer and let them rest for 15 days in a sack..”
Foreign residents help raise 128,000 euros for Pollensa appeal
"Lord James Lupton helped the appeal...."
Spain to get four times as many vaccine doses in Q2 than in Q1
Almost two million Spaniards have received at least one vaccine dose.
Learn the art of ceramics in Palma
Es Retall Taller de Céramica has a number of workshops ranging from beginners to highly experienced which are suitable for children and adults of all ages.
Mallorca hoteliers; "We must be ready when Britons can start travelling...."
"Greece wants to welcome British tourists in May.....Balearics not so optismitic..."
Have you booked a holiday to Mallorca in the last 24 hours.....if so you could get a prize from the Bulletin!
"The first 50 people who can prove that they have booked will receive a small present....."
Fireball spotted in Mallorca skies on Tuesday
Around 500 fireballs are detected from 30 operating stations in Spain every year.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Wednesday
Seven more deaths have sadly been reported.
Mallorca Weather Forecast for Thursday
Mallorca is mostly sunny today with a high of 18 degrees. To find out what the weather is like in other parts of Mallorca, click here.
Armengol calls for European funds priority
The president told the European Parliament committee that she was supportive of vaccine certification.
EU seeks views on gig workers' rights ahead of new law by year end
The EU executive said it wants feedback from trade unions and employers' groups during the six-week consultation.
9,300 doses a day needed to immunise 50% of over-16 population by June 1
The number of doses needed per day is more than what has been the average weekly delivery of doses.
4pm closure of terraces would mean losing out on serving "many meals"
Discussions are taking place before a final decision on rules for the reopening of terraces.
Fifty per cent increase in Balearic house prices over five years
The increase in the Balearics is the highest in the country.
EU to talk vaccination passports today to resurrect tourism after COVID-19
Time is short for countries in the south, where the hospitality sector needs to know what it should prepare for in the coming months.
Help the nautical industry
Palma’s has some of the best shipyards in the world and need room to expand.
Queen's College carnival - Characters from history
The parades were distanced without the cheers from the parents but it was still a memorable day for everyone.
Acrobatic Giroud gives Chelsea advantage over Atletico
Chelsea played with more confidence and purpose and were only let down by their final pass.
Gambling sponsor ban adds to Spanish clubs' pain
Spain is not the only country to stem the rise in gambling advertising as Italy banned gambling sponsorship in sport in 2019.
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Vaccine passports: Incoming and Outgoing? Plus - Pollen, smoke and Sand!
If vaccination passports become essential many of us could be kicking our heels here on the island for quite some time in the future...
Frank Leavers