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Andrew Ede
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.

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Why does it take so long to build new homes in Mallorca?

In addition to the bureaucracy, there is a shortage of construction personnel.

Andrew Ede 11/10/2024 07:21

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Friday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Friday, the eleventh of October.

Andrew Ede 10/10/2024 17:26

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Significant increase in long-term sick leave in the Balearics

Mental health problems are a major cause of long-term sick leave.

Andrew Ede 10/10/2024 07:51

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Mallorca events: What's On from Friday 11 October

This week on the island features diverse events, including Cala Ratjada's Fresh Fish Weekend, Llucmajor's annual fair, art nights in Santanyi and Porreres, and live music in Palma and Valldemossa.

Andrew Ede 10/10/2024 00:53

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Thursday's weather in Mallorca - Calming down

The forecast for Mallorca for Thursday, the tenth of October.

Andrew Ede 09/10/2024 16:34

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Seven days since 24-year-old Agostina Rubini went missing in Palma

After attending a class last Wednesday, she went for drinks with friends.

Andrew Ede 09/10/2024 15:54

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Magalluf to host the 2025 ABTA annual convention

"Mallorca is an incredibly important destination for the UK travel trade."

Andrew Ede 09/10/2024 15:08

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Lack of qualified personnel a major problem for the Balearics

There is good economic growth, but a lack of productivity means this isn't reflected in general well-being.

Andrew Ede 09/10/2024 09:30

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Is the Balearic tourist tax going up or isn't it?

On Tuesday, parliament approved a modification to the tourist tax without reference to a summer increase or a winter decrease.

Andrew Ede 09/10/2024 08:05

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Wednesday's weather in Mallorca - Breezy!

Mallorca is on the fringe of what the met agency has categorised as Storm (rather than Hurricane) 'Kirk' in Spain.

Andrew Ede 08/10/2024 18:00

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Six months from opening, Motorworld Mallorca is motoring along

The redevelopment will retain a link to the site's Coca-Cola past.

Andrew Ede 08/10/2024 08:51

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Fall in British, Spanish tourism hits the Balearics

The increase in foreign tourism this year has been five per cent below the national average.

Andrew Ede 08/10/2024 07:44

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Tuesday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Tuesday, the eighth of October.

Andrew Ede 08/10/2024 07:24

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Traffic chaos in Soller, this time because of a rally

Congestion can be bad enough as it is without road closures adding to the problem.

Andrew Ede 06/10/2024 09:14

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Living on the streets in Palma: The people with jobs who can't afford rents

'Residential exclusion' is on the increase, and so people are reduced to living in tents.

Andrew Ede 06/10/2024 07:39

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Sunday's weather in Mallorca

The forecast for Mallorca for Sunday, 6 October.

Andrew Ede 05/10/2024 18:14