News of the day 9 December 2016
News / Latest headlines
Transport
Aena accused of hiding airports' financial performance
It is a "clear strategy" of creating fewer problems from a regional government which is advocating co-management of airports.
Animal welfare
Don't buy but adopt a dog this Christmas
"The purchasing of animals is cruel and fosters a business of mistreatment of animals."
Travel
Changes to UK passport signatures in 2017
The move to a handwritten signature is an essential development for improving HM Passport Office’s online application service.
Health
"Don't be an ass" Christmas drinking campaign
Potential consequences of excessive alcohol consumption include accidents, fights, alcoholic coma, risky or unwanted sexual behaviour.
Crime
Arrest of thieves stealing from cars in Formentor
Guardia officers were able to apprehend all three - one at the surveillance point, the other two at the mirador.
News / Comment
Comment
Growth and austerity
Rajoy should practise what he preaches, especially on austerity.
Jason Moore