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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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Mallorca events: What's On from Friday 2 to Sunday 4 August

This first weekend of August offers a variety of events. Not to be missed is the Moors and Christians mock battle in Pollensa and then on Saturday in Sant Elm.

Andrew Ede 01/08/2024 13:50

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Briton fined for theft of tobacco at Palma Airport

He is apparently a member of a gang that has been stealing tobacco from Spanish airports.

Andrew Ede 01/08/2024 09:09

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Putting an end to excessive vehicle noise in Tramuntana villages

Standard noise ordinance for all the Tramuntana municipalities includes provision for fines up to 300,000 euros.

Andrew Ede 01/08/2024 07:17

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Thursday's weather in Mallorca - High of 41.5C on Wednesday

The forecast for Mallorca for Thursday, the first of August.

Andrew Ede 31/07/2024 17:33

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Tourism degrowth is "the only option" for Mallorca

The Forum of Civil Society says degrowth should be "little by little" so that it doesn't result in a loss of employment.

Andrew Ede 31/07/2024 16:25

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600 guests for the King and Queen's annual reception for Balearic civil society

Representatives from across the spectrum of society - from politics to the police to sport and the media.

Andrew Ede 30/07/2024 09:29

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"A responsibility for facilitating access to housing" - Balearic court rules in favour of expropriating banks' empty flats

The current Balearic government is expected to include this form of expropriation in new housing legislation.

Andrew Ede 30/07/2024 07:25

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Mallorca events: What's On from Monday to Thursday

This week (July 29 to August 1) summer fiestas continue across the island in Colonia de Sant Jordi, Inca, Pollensa, Arta, Cala Millor, Lloret de Vistalegre, Llubi and Santa Eugenia. Tom Jones will be in Palma on Tuesday and Deya will have their Music Festival and plenty of other events taking place the next few days.

Andrew Ede 29/07/2024 09:08

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King Felipe prepares for the Palma regatta

The Queen will attend Sunday's closing ceremony for the film festival.

Andrew Ede 28/07/2024 16:42

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Limiting hire cars in Mallorca "would lead to greater chaos"

Othman Ktiri of OK Mobility says that the car-hire sector is a vital one "for a greater distribution of wealth".

Andrew Ede 28/07/2024 11:52

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Alcudia windsurfers fear they'll have to give up

The coasts department has ordered the closure of a car park.

Andrew Ede 28/07/2024 09:06

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Seven-figure fine for Palma town hall official's illegal villa

Part of the property, which has been rented out for 30,000 euros a month, will have to be demolished.

Andrew Ede 28/07/2024 07:40

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Balearic health ministry takes action against 'pseudo-therapy' event organisers

The event attracted a good deal of publicity because of the participation of Spanish actor and singer Miguel Bosé.

Andrew Ede 27/07/2024 09:07

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Putting an end to real-estate cowboys in Mallorca

"From November 9, we will be able to officially report those who operate through intrusion, clandestine activity and unfair competition."

Andrew Ede 27/07/2024 07:47

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Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca

These are the stories that made the headlines this week.

Andrew Ede 26/07/2024 09:47