
Be careful what food items to bring in and out of destinations like Mallorca from the UK.
Be careful what food items to bring in and out of destinations like Mallorca from the UK.
British travellers reminded about what food they can take back to the UK after their holiday
The restrictions have been in place since April this year due to foot and mouth outbreaks on the continent and ABTA has been supporting DEFRA in its efforts to raise public awareness of the restrictions.

Careful what you pack if heading to the UK.
Careful what you pack if heading to the UK.
Don’t get caught smuggling Mallorca cheese into the UK
It is now illegal for travellers from all EU countries entering Great Britain to bring items such as sandwiches, cheese, cold meats, raw meat or milk, although a limited set of exemptions to these rules has been established.

U.S. citizens are paying big bucks to move to Spain.
U.S. citizens are paying big bucks to move to Spain.
US buyers pay highest prices to snap up Spanish property
North Americans are still well behind Britons, who remain the biggest foreign buyers in Spain.
UK entry visa goes up in price on Wednesday
The introduction of ETAs is in line with the approach many other countries have taken to border security, including the US and Australia, and helps prevent the arrival of those who present a threat to the UK.
The Mallorca weatherman plotting Britain’s path to glory
The Mediterranean at this time of year is unpredictable and the prospects for the opening weekend are “not very promising” with predictions of light and unsteady winds -- hardly conducive to what is described as Formula 1 on water.

America's Cup - Ineos Britannia
Sailing - America's Cup - Louis Vuitton Cup - Final - Britain v Italy - Barcelona, Spain - October 4, 2024 Ineos Britannia at the finish to win round 11 and the final against Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo
Spanish passport is the most powerful in the world
Bottom of the list is Somalia with Afghanistan and Syria.

Jon Chambers in action racing for Great Britain.
Jon Chambers in action racing for Great Britain.
Andy Murray bringing Team GB to Magalluf
Murray celebrated his second Wimbledon title on the island.
Society
New housing benefit limits for British claimants going abroad
If you suspect someone of committing benefit fraud in Spain, call the Benefit Fraud Hotline on 900 55 444 0.
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