Politics
Sánchez priorities coincide with those of the Balearics
The Balearics, PSOE believe, provide a "valid model" for a left-wing national government pact.
Nautical
"This is the most important event in the history of the boat show"
President Armengol: "The size of the show this year is a clear indication of just how key the nautical industry is."
Politics
Armengol highlights "internal federalism" on Balearics Day
Balearics Day recognises "where we have come from and how we have worked together for 35 years".
Politics
Armengol calls for federalism in reform of the Constitution
"Why can we not advance down a federal road, live in diversity and celebrate a state that is rich in cultures, languages and history?"
Politics
Armengol defends Barceló and tourism policies
Marga Prohens (PP) on the tourist tax: "You want tourists' money, but without tourists this will be impossible."
Politics
Armengol rejects PP "radical" accusations
"It is worrying and regrettable to see that Armengol is increasingly radicalised and ever more separated from the political line of the socialist party."
Royal Family
Armengol says the King fully understands Balearic problems
The president of the Balearic parliament, Baltasar Picornell, said that he was very happy to have met the King.
Politics
Picornell apologises but the opposition consider him incompetent
"We all do things which are wrong, but many are unable to admit to this."
Politics
Armengol calls for responsibility as parliament reconvenes
The president was also predicting that there will be "intense debate" over holiday rentals' legislation.
Politics
Armengol calls for new federal constitution
A constitution for the "new generations" is required, one with federal criteria that will redirect the "Catalonia question".
Economy
Balearic President: Keep up the good work to ensure growth
Armengol said that now was the time to invest in the islands because of the good economic conditions and low interest rates.
Politics
Armengol: follow our lead and form a left-wing coalition
Balearic president believes that new government in Madrid can be formed without the Partido Popular.
New Year and what's in a city's name: the past week in Majorca
New Year celebrations and incidents, a city's name and an American in Majorca: just some of the themes over the past week in the Bulletin
Politics
Armengol proud of change since becoming president
Vice-President Barceló observed that "the force awakens" and proclaimed that "the force be with us".
Tourist tax
Tourist tax will cost between fifty cents and two euros
Tourist accommodation charges between 50 cents and 2 euros per person and per day. Children below 14 years exempt. Residents will have to pay in tourist accommodation. If stay is for health reasons it can be reclaimed. Cruise passengers will also pay.
Spain
Armengol attends Spain National Day event
Catalan and Basque leaders failed to attend the big event in Madrid.
Politics
PP rubbish government’s one hundred days performance
Prohens denounced the “inconsistency, instability, arrogance and vengefulness” of the government’s early days in office.
Politics
Armengol calls for a united front
Armengol stressed the importance of there being a clear sense of unity in appealing for greater financial resources from the state.
Politics
Armengol to demand a higher deficit ceiling
"Outrageous" that the Balearic budget for 2016 should have a deficit ceiling of 0.3%.
President Armengol hails King Felipe’s “respect"
The Balearic president, Francina Armengol, yesterday praised the “significant gesture” by King Felipe to receive leading politicians at the Marivent Palace.
- Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
- Big changes on the horizon when Britons travel to Mallorca
- Over two hours for Britons to get through Palma airport queues
- Palma Airport passport control "collapse" put down to unscheduled flights
- Living in a motorhome in Palma: "It'll only get worse"