News of the day 11 August 2017
News / Latest headlines
Police
Guardia Civil drugs swoop in Magalluf's Punta Ballena
Over 30 members of a special Guardia Civil serious crime unit from the mainland were brought in for the operation.
Housing
Son Banya demolitions move closer
The Son Banya shanty town is home to Majorca's most notorious drugs clans.
Police
Calvia police fine three pirate taxis
The pirate taxi drivers have each been fined 6,000 euros.
Retailing
Shops concerned about Calvia alcohol display ban
Retailers argue that they are not responsible for booze tourism. They put the blame on all-inclusives.
News / Comment
Holiday / Lifestyle
Letters to the Editor
A reader speaks out for the silent majority coming to Majorca, and another says she'll not be returning because of cruelty to horses.
Edition of 11 August 2017
Comment
The Brexit bill
When you go to a restaurant you get an itemised bill. Why can’t the EU come up with one?
Humphrey Carter