Andrew Ede
Background in business publishing. Started an online blog about Mallorca in 2005, which went daily in 2007, covering culture, environment, history, politics, tourism and more. Became a regular contributor to the Bulletin in 2010 before joining the staff a few years later.
Tourism gives the Balearics the highest density of businesses in Spain
Since the turn of the century, the Balearics have typically always had the highest density.
Proposal for a Balearic government-run property rentals agency
Podemos say this would lead to a reduction in the cost to rent.
Balearic hotels, restaurants and nightlife agree new pay deal
Unions had been threatening possible industrial action ahead of the elections and the tourism season.
The EU circling the Airbnb wagons
The legal market for holiday rentals’ places has gone from 20,000 to over 100,000 in the space of a decade.
Minimum wage rise will mean higher food prices in Mallorca
For some agricultural companies, labour is fifty per cent of total production cost.
The "pearl" of Mallorca's business world coming back stronger
Majorica filed for bankruptcy in October 2020; there are ambitious plans for the "new Majorica".
Paguera hoteliers up in arms over ongoing roadworks
Work in two tunnels has been going on for the best part of a year.
Squatters leave new Palma apartment building
The squatters were gypsies; the head of the Gypsy Federation negotiated with them.
Palma mayor - No intention of using shipping containers as homes
Something of a rebuke by José Hila to the housing councillor, Neus Truyol.
The Catalan Atlas and the ‘invention’ of the Tramuntana
“Maps of the world, ‘mappae mundi’, proliferated in mediaeval times....”
Demand for tighter regulation of scooters and bikes in Palma
The group had a message of "we want to walk without fear".
Four injured in Magalluf athletics ground accident
Two of the four women were knocked unconscious.
Soller in top twenty of European travel destinations
Selection made by users of the website European Best Destinations.
Spanish government pours cold water on Balearic non-resident home-buying restrictions
The Spanish government cites freedom of movement of capital within the EU.
The new Hotel Formentor, one step closer
This week in Northern Spotlight: Find out when the hotel will open; the March family political dynasty in Pollensa and what are the changes in Can Picafort.
Wetlands in Mallorca being targeted for greater protection
Wetlands that are important as bodies of water and for their biodiversity.
Balearics administration needs a thousand more employees
Staff shortages at employment, immigration and social security offices.
Alcudia residents protest against mainland electricity cable
President Armengol says that "the safety of citizens and the least possible environmental impact" will be prioritised.
Images of the Tramuntana - photography winners
'First steps' in the mountains and other prize-winners.
Palma Plaça Espanya businesses facing losses because of renovation
The work is expected to last a year; financial aid is being asked for.
- Ryanair responds to complaints in Palma: ‘The passenger upset the gate staff, who denied her boarding’
- Son Amar owner Margaret Whittaker dies
- It’s not just snakes “invading” the Balearics
- Decision to call off Mallorca cycling race angers organisers
- Balearics and Canary Islands join forces to fight mass tourism