Frank Leavers
Frank has been writing a number of different columns for the Bulletin for almost 16 years; in that time he has also worked as a radio and television presenter in Mallorca. He has a background in the press, media, politics and public affairs that goes back to the early 1980’s. Alas, he’s getting grumpier as he gets older!
Booze, fag-butts, and going topless!
Is it strange how these unsocial elements of holiday-making have been with us for quite some time now and seemingly like to make a regular return to test the irritation of most people.
If in doubt - why not just introduce another tax?
With that said, it appears that the two new(ish) taxation opportunities that are said to be in the planning process should not have too much impact on those living on the island.
October - my favourite month of the year
I always loved October when the weather is/was usually kind and all-embracing and inclusive in the best possible way.
New technology and me - I’m a technophobe apparently!
Struggling with self-checkouts, online banking, and modern technology? You're not alone.
Looking for Mr or Mrs perfect - why not go online?
I had no idea just how many dating sites, of every kind - there were in existence online.
Remember - please make anti-drought measures fair for all
Puigpunyent first municipality to vigorously introduce structured water rationing.
What does Mallorca want to be?
You will be unsurprised to learn that in the past, for those of us who live in the UK… what goes on in Mallorca - usually stays in Mallorca. But not anymore apparently it seems!
Sunbed and poolside protocols - you know it makes sense!
Towel-hogging and beach lounger bad manners are on the rise across the Mediterranean in general.
Fancy eating out for a change? Better check your bank balance
I read a feature regarding how ridiculously expensive some places have become recently.
Come on, what’s your favourite ‘Saints day’?
I noticed that there were quite a few celebrations linked to St George that happened here on the island.
As the word ‘glamorous’ goes on the banned list - what’s next?
I have recently noticed that there is an ever-growing list of supposedly ‘banned’ words that certain people find “inappropriate” or on occasions, supposedly “demeaning”.
Leaving money to family members? - Stand-by for a punch-up!
You don’t have be among the usual recognisably rich to any extent - if, when you die may have in terms of property and savings a few hundreds of thousands of pounds to pass on to assorted family members.
Fat shaming - or just telling the uncomfortable truth?
Obesity is becoming a long term problem for much of western society.
What time do you have dinner of an evening?
Rrom spring through to autumn here in Mallorca, sitting down to dine dark into the night, was and always will be rather sexy.
Don’t worry, it’s almost over!
I have to say that I always feel sorry for people who have a birthday over the Christmas holiday period, don’t you?
The Christmas day cooking crisis!
“...you do wonder what all the fuss has been about - don’t you; but it was worth it wasn’t it…wasn’t it?"
The Covid-19 inquiry: the language of loathing!
The Covid-19 inquiry presently underway, has so far - not been the tedious box-ticking affair that many predicted.
Let’s face it chaps - the person in charge is usually a woman
I have this theory (more a certainty actually) that it is women who generally make the key decisions in family life and then rather cleverly ‘sell’ these decisions to the male of the species complete with the fantasy that it was his decision in the first place.
- Spain wants Britons back in the European Union: could resolve 90-day issue
- Reputation of tourism in the Balearics reaches all-time low: Mallorca protests not helping
- Why Spaniards are staying away from their own beaches
- New European Entry And Exit System for Britons will be in place in Mallorca this year
- Mud rain and soaring temps: What to expect in Mallorca this week
Comment
A British perspective on summer weather in the UK and Spain
The British nations attitude to warmer than expected hot weather is hugely amusing.
Frank Leavers 04/07/2025 11:35