News of the day 16 August 2018
News / Latest headlines
Transport
Palma town hall wants a second new tram line
The second tram line from would connect to one planned to run from the city centre to the airport.
Police
Driver who tried to cover up accident is arrested
The driver caused a multi-vehicle accident and claimed his car had been stolen.
Nautical
Classic yachting regatta returns to Palma
The Illes Balears Clàssics-Vela Clásica Mallorca at Club de Mar, Palma starts today.
Transport
Six Majorcan companies in bidding for new bus services
There will be just three bus service concessions in future, and they will be run by different operators.
Animal welfare
Mayor calls for return of real ducks for Can Picafort swim
The ban on real ducks was introduced in 2007 but only with reluctance on the part of the town hall.
News / Comment
Holiday / Lifestyle
Shameful animal welfare standards in Palma
"How can the town council and the people living here allow such atrocities ... ?"
Edition of 16 August 2018
Comment
Public transport
The plan for the tram from the city centre to the airport is a great idea.
Humphrey Carter