Almost 5,000 fewer workers on furlough in the Balearics
Getting on for 34,000 workers in the Balearics were on ERTE in March.
Balearics coronavirus figures for Saturday
The number of new cases is down. There are, as ever, fluctuations.
Palma preparing for the Sant Jordi book fair
April 23 has been the Day of the Book in Spain since 1923.
Could Mallorca learn from Malta?
Talks taking place to encourage travel between Malta and Britain, whose inhabitants account for a third of tourists in the former British colony.
Pollensa’s new health centre - ready by the end of 2023
The ministry has assured him that the new health centre will be ready by the end of 2023.
Antoni Ques, executed in 1937, proposed as a favourite son of Alcudia
The Obra Cultural Balear has registered a proposal with Alcudia town hall to initiate the process for declaring Antoni Ques a favourite son of the city.
PalmaActiva to pay up for City Council error
15,500 euros from the PalmaActiva 2021 budget will be used to pay those who were refused aid.
No SOS Turismo at Alcudia town hall
There never seems to be a clear idea about who is responsible for what; not in the minds of residents at any rate.
Cleaning up Puerto Pollensa ... on it goes
Mayor Cifre’s administration is now “committed” to presenting a plan for wastewater within a year and a half.
Purple seas in Mallorca
"Pelagias in spring is normal, but what’s rare is that they’ve arrived in very large quantities,"
Spain to subsidise electric car sales with 800 million euros to 2023
The incentives follow announcements earlier this year of government plans to promote the domestic production.
Spain cuts 2021 growth forecast to 6.5% after first-quarter contraction
The disbursement of the European Union recovery funds will further boost the economy, but the impact will mainly be felt in 2022.
Alarm rips through the Balearics as Jet2 cancels flights
“The current lack of judgment prevents us from resuming flights on May 17, hence our postponement to June..”
PP want Spain to follow Italy's lead in vaccinations for the islands
The Partido Popular say that the Balearic government should be prepared to buy its own vaccines.
Balearics could get UK travel green light
At present, Germany regards six regions of Spain, including the Balearic Islands, as low risk - hence the Easter influx of German tourists to Mallorca.
Vaccine doses administered in the Balearics top 200,000
In Mallorca, 114,822 people had received at least one dose by Thursday.
Political parties form pact to overcome the crisis in the Balearics
All the parties have come together with the exception of Vox.
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Balearics coronavirus figures for Friday, 62 new positive cases
The test rate, while low, has gone up since earlier in the week.
Today's weather on Mallorca
It's raining in Mallorca today, with strong winds in some places and a high of 18 degrees. Take a look what is happening live on the rest of the island on our webcams, click here.
Mallorca tour guides wanting Canaries help in reactivating cruise tourism
The government in the Canaries is being asked to explain to the Balearic government how cruises are being managed.
Latest Covid-19 restrictions on Mallorca
Here are the latest updates for the restrictions in force on the island.
Mayor demanding "urgent renovation" of Puerto Pollensa health centre
Tomeu Cifre is hopeful of work having been done by the end of the year.
Jet2 suspends flights and vacation packages until late June
Breaking news: Travel this summer uncertain.
Carriage horses ready for the 2021 summer season in Palma
“We are happy to see ore movement now in Palma, after a year and a half of being unemployed, but the work is still not consistent..”
Holidays for the rich airlines criticise Britain's travel restart plan
Airlines and travel companies are desperate for a bumper summer after a year of restrictions.
Minister: you can now start thinking about your Mallorca holiday
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"We don´t want to see a return of the virus..."
Opposition say that those on furlough should not have to file tax returns
The Partido Popular have attacked the tax return requirement as well as the closure of bar and restaurant interiors.
Ibiza backs Mallorca hospitality in criticising extension to interiors closure
"Out of fear, the government is not letting us open up. Fear is not a scientific criterion."
New "record" for a day's vaccination in the Balearics
Over 53,000 people in the Balearics have now received two doses.
Vehicle was speeding at 154kmh in 60kmh speed limit
"Driver detained by police...."
Squatters "sell" luxury Alcudia mansion for 2,000 euros
"Police said couple had a track record..."
Balearics coronavirus figures for Thursday, 65 new positive cases
The cumulative incidence (both seven and fourteen day) has risen in Mallorca and the Balearics as a whole.
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Balearics requesting AstraZeneca vaccine for 65 to 69-year-olds
Spain has, for now, suspended the use of AstraZeneca for vaccinating people under the age of 60.
Balearic Government determined to maintain nightly curfew
“The curfew is a fundamental tool and it is important to maintain restrictions that favour the effectiveness of the vaccination process..”
Today's weather on Mallorca
Check our live webcams to see other parts of the island here. Don't leave home without an umbrella!
Jellyfish invade Mallorca
In the last few hours, several people have filmed the massive arrival of jellyfish along the coast of Mallorca.
Clients locked out in lockdown: bars and restaurants face another two weeks
"Many bars and restaurants face financial ruin..."
Swing dance steps back into the limelight in Mallorca
“The most important thing was that the students were able to experience something close to normal after so long..”
Mallorca set to share the island’s love from end of June, see the luxurious house
Seventh series of Love Island in Mallorca all set for June launch.
80% of nurses with post-traumatic stress associated with Covid
The Balearic government is being asked for psychological support plan for nurses.
Art for Art's sake in Capdepera
Cala Rajada promenade has hosted exhibitions by artists such as Joan Bennàssar, Gustavo Peñalver and Pablo de Sarasate.
Sunny one minute, Freezing the next...typical Spring in Mallorca
Friday will be overcast with scattered showers, highs of 16-20 degrees and strong winds, so keep those winter woolies handy!
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Spain to revise down 2021 growth forecast after tough first quarter
The government projects a 7.2% rebound this year after output dropped by 11% in 2020.
Alleged PCR scandal Doctor identified
A doctor inside the Medical Centre in Santanyí where Dr R. works chose not to open the door to the media.
Should the curfew in Mallorca continue after the State of Alarm ends?
“The Government wants to have as many options as possible to combat the pandemic, that doesn’t mean it has to use them.."
Ministry of Health proposes using AstraZeneca for 60-65s
“Unusual low platelet clots should be included as very rare side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine, based on all currently available evidence..”
Coronavirus restrictions eased in Mallorca
Bar and restaurant interiors in Mallorca will remain closed until April 26 and terrace capacity is limited to 50%.
Regions in Spain tighten COVID-19 measures as cases creep up
Officials said the data likely did not yet reflect the impact of the Easter break.
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