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.
Palma's Night of Fire is back
250 demons will take part in the fire-run on Thursday night.
"Historic" election win for the PP in Andalusia rocks Spain's left
Andalusia's move to the right has been confirmed in stunning fashion.
Tourist tax revenue to again be used for "original purposes"
Tourist tax revenue has been diverted to other uses because of the pandemic.
Prison for eight arrested in Arenal drugs operation
Dubbed Operation Container, as drugs were being stored in rubbish containers.
Call centre to filter Mallorca health centre appointments
Experience during the pandemic has guided improvements to the appointments' system.
German arrested at the airport for theft of a Rolex
The watch was taken from a security scan tray.
Financial aid for families who house Ukrainian refugees
The aid will start from 200 euros a month.
Motorhome owners demanding authorised camping areas
Escorca town hall has a plan for a motorhome area near Lluc Sanctuary.
Pickpocketing in Mallorca - "I have to work, I have to eat something"
Twelve of the seventeen pickpockets arrested last week had previous convictions.
Elite Guardia Civil unit for controlling Magalluf
Some thirty GRS officers are based in Magalluf for the summer.
Large motorhomes barred from Cala Murada frontline
The motorhomes will have to park on a different section of the road.
Son Banya "sniper" arrested at Palma club
He should have entered prison in November last year; the police finally caught up with him.
Tourist demand for high-end alcohol brands pushing supply "to the limit"
A problem with the supply of raw materials is also a factor.
2022 - the highest-spending Mallorcan summer ever
Inflation and higher prices to compensate for 2020 and 2021 losses are resulting in greater spending.
Investment fund paid 300,000 euros for Alcudia power station
The Council of Mallorca has until July 10 to exercise its right of first refusal and buy the site.
Government to increase the price of VPO affordable housing
Land is designated for VPO building, but the current sales price is not sufficient enough incentive for developers and builders.
Fourth Covid jab to be available for everyone in Spain
The suitability of a second booster jab for the entire population has been in doubt.
Pickpockets given 24 hours to leave Mallorca
Any who do not leave will be sent to prison.
Comment
When tourist coexistence becomes impossible
Issues with tourist behaviour have long existed; even back in the 1930s.
Andrew Ede 16/06/2022 14:17