News of the day 2 April 2019
News / Latest headlines
Emergencies
Arrested for threatening passers-by with knives
Police detained a man who was brandishing knives near the courts in Palma.
Bylaws
Palma introduces tougher tourist area controls
Playa de Palma, the Paseo Marítimo, the centre of the city, the Joan Miró avenue and Cala Major; these are the areas.
Environment
Huge fine for Cala Varques chiringuito
The chiringuito "symbolises environmental degradation" at Cala Varques.
Cursach case
National Police officers arrested over Cursach case leaks
The officers both played important roles in the investigation of police corruption.
Crime
Two more arrests in illegal immigration operation
A link had been made between drug dealing and a group bringing immigrants from Algeria.
News / Comment
Edition of 2 April 2019
Comment
A cyclist, a friend!
Cycle tourism is booming and it should be given all the support it needs.
Humphrey Carter