News of the day 22 March 2019
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Society
Balearic emigration continues to grow
There are 2,396 Balearic citizens in the UK, the second highest number for a European country.
Weather
Spring forecast to be warmer than usual
The average temperature is expected to be above the usual 18C.
Environment
Grants for Palma restaurant soundproofing
Grants will be of mutual benefit to restaurant owners and the public.
Police
Drunk driver arrested after crashing into bank
Initially it was thought that it might have been a ram raid.
Energy
Mainland supply to cover 50% of islands' electricity demand
The second cable from the mainland is in the Red Electrica plan for 2021 to 2026.
News / Comment
Comment
Defending Britain
There is concern about holiday bookings but mostly because of the German market.
Jason Moore