News of the day 21 August 2018
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Emergencies
Tourist dies after falling from hotel twelfth floor
The German tourist fell from the balcony of the hotel in Playa de Palma on Monday evening.
Emergencies
Fire near Calas de Mallorca
The fire was under control by the evening; thirteen hectares were affected.
Tourism
Tourism ministry fines to go up by 50%
The tourism ministry says that fines are the only way of ensuring compliance with regulations.
Animal welfare
Andratx residents wanting action against goat invasion
Culls are an option, but there is strong public opinion against them.
Environment
British yacht denounced for posidonia anchoring
The SASPA was anchored over posidonia off Portocolom.
Business
Calvia grants for business modernisation
Calvia town hall has awarded almost 50,000 euros to nineteen establishments.
News / Comment
Edition of 21 August 2018
Comment
Summer 2018
Majorca must offer value for money and quality service.
Jason Moore