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Andrew Ede
Andrew Ede

Background in business publishing. Started an online blog about Mallorca in 2005, which went daily in 2007, covering culture, environment, history, politics, tourism and more. Became a regular contributor to the Bulletin in 2010 before joining the staff a few years later.

Majorca tourism

Mallorca Tourist Board calls for greater institutional representation

117 years old, the Mallorca Tourist Board has opposed tourist taxes on four different occasions.

Andrew Ede 13/12/2022 08:28

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King Felipe's sister disputes refund of overpaid fines

Princess Cristina says that 68,479 euros are hers; Iñaki Urdangarin maintains they are his.

Andrew Ede 13/12/2022 07:06

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Palma buses free to Palma residents in 2023

Holders of the Tarjeta Intermodal will also benefit.

Andrew Ede 12/12/2022 19:19

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When will Palma's Gesa building be restored?

There was an agreement in January 2021 regarding use, but that's as far as it goes.

Andrew Ede 11/12/2022 14:44

Airport

Handling companies vying for contracts of 300 million euros at Balearic airports

There are seven operating licences - three in Palma and two in both Mahon and Ibiza.

Andrew Ede 11/12/2022 08:22

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Mallorca and Germany's far right

Individuals from the Reichsbürger movement have been on the island.

Andrew Ede 11/12/2022 07:03

Majorca tourism

Tourists in the winter - but where are the police?

"What is the point of promoting tourism in winter, if we can't have something as essential as security?"

Andrew Ede 10/12/2022 08:01

Coronavirus news

Covid confinement of Spanish students in Mallorca was lawful

A Supreme Court decision brings an end to legal cases arising from the confinement in June 2021.

Andrew Ede 09/12/2022 16:02

Airport

Strikes at Spain's airports over the festive period

The strikes will start on December 22; Palma, Mahon and Ibiza airports will all be affected.

Andrew Ede 09/12/2022 14:54

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Palma studying returnable containers for fast-food takeaway

Bylaw change will address the problem of takeaway container litter.

Andrew Ede 09/12/2022 09:26

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Supermarket shop in Mallorca 70% more expensive than a year ago

The consumers association questions why prices are continuing to rise.

Andrew Ede 09/12/2022 07:40

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Palma town hall cannot stop demolition of beach restaurant, say environmentalists

GOB say that Palma town hall does not have the legal powers to intervene in the case of El Bungalow.

Andrew Ede 08/12/2022 17:00