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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.

Airport

Palma Airport had most delays and cancellations this summer

Purely in terms of cancellations, Palma had the second highest number of passengers.

Andrew Ede 30/09/2022 08:52

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Low salaries, high cost of living - the Balearics paradox

It all comes down to an economic model in the Balearics that needs to change.

Andrew Ede 29/09/2022 17:14

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Parts of Mallorca now on amber for torrential rain and thunderstorms

The weather alerts for rain and thunderstorms are active from 10pm on Thursday.

Andrew Ede 29/09/2022 13:28

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Balearic permanent ban on smoking on terraces moves closer

It is expected that a new national law will allow regions such as the Balearics to introduce a permanent ban.

Andrew Ede 29/09/2022 12:41

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No reductions in income tax in the Balearics

The Balearic government prefers a system of direct aid.

Andrew Ede 29/09/2022 08:49

Majorca tourism

British and German recession stokes fears for 2023 tourism

"The delicate situation of the British economy and the first signs that Germany is headed for recession are not good news."

Andrew Ede 29/09/2022 07:00

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National Police raid Palma bank branch squat

Individuals at the squat have been involved with numerous criminal acts.

Andrew Ede 28/09/2022 17:03

Airport

Aircraft continuous descent in Palma reduces noise

Spanish airports are European leaders in using this landing method.

Andrew Ede 28/09/2022 11:19

Majorca tourism

Night of Tourism emphasises sustainability and the circular economy

The government's Night of Tourism coincided with World Tourism Day.

Andrew Ede 28/09/2022 08:51

Majorca tourism

Hundreds gather in Palma to denounce "tourism intensification"

World Tourism Day and Palma was one of a number of cities where there were demonstrations.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 21:02

Majorca tourism

The increased trend for last-minute holiday bookings

The pandemic obviously was a factor, but the trend has continued.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 16:27

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Tenders for building work failing because of inflation

Public works worth a total of almost 60 million euros have not been awarded.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 11:59

Majorca tourism

Balearics the hotel leader in August

Santa Margalida had the highest hotel occupancy in the country.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 11:26

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When Prince Andrew was in Mallorca

At the time when the Duke of York was a navy captain.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 09:46

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Court archives case of Mallorca woman who died following aesthetic surgery

Silvia Idalia died three months after aesthetic surgery at a clinic in Madrid.

Andrew Ede 27/09/2022 08:33