News of the day 19 October 2015
News / Latest headlines
Environment
Overcrowding in the Balearics: a top environmental worry
As to those who should solve these environmental problems, almost a half of respondents said that politicians should be responsible.
Transport
Calls to stop privatising Balearic airports
The Balearic Socialist Party today announced that it intends to table a motion in parliament to halt the privatisation of local airports.
Crime
Briton arrested after car chase
Eventually the driver crashed into a number of large rubbish containers along Joan Miro.
Tourist tax
Government to begin round of eco-tax talks
The ultimate aim is to obtain the maximum level of consensus within the tourism industry over the tax.
Northern News Spotlight
Parliament to discuss Alcudia high-voltage cabling
As the period of suspension is almost up, parents have been pressing to have a meeting with President Armengol.
News / Comment
Sport / Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca
Mallorca rescue a point at Mirandes
The Palma side produced the mother of all comebacks to salvage a point.
Edition of 18 October 2015
Comment
Madrid cash
“The Balearics deserve a better funding deal from the central administration...”
Jason Moore