News of the day 5 July 2017
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Employment
Balearics leads fall in unemployment
The total number of people officially registered as out of work in the Balearics stood at 38,866 at the end of May.
Nautical
Local nautical sector is second largest in Spain
The improvement of the nation’s economy and consumer confidence has been witnessed in the country’s nautical sector.
Retailing
Small retailers complain of a "bad" start to the tourist season
The monthly survey shows that 88 per cent of retailers have suffered a “bad” start to the tourist season.
Police
German police on the Balearic beat
Capdepera (Cala Ratjada) has become a a bit of black spot during the summer because of bad behaviour.
News / Comment
Edition of 5 July 2017
Comment
Rich and poor
Fewer tourists but more spending power.. appears to be the wish of plenty of people who live on the island.
Jason Moore