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.
Unloved and unwanted: Alcudia's Es Fogueró Palace
Closed for 32 years and with no commitment from any source as to its future.
Mallorca's rural land is being "cannibalised"
There are grave concerns about the implications of the Balearic Government's administrative simplification legislation.
Licences in place for Alcampo's 'mega-centre' in Mallorca
Small retailers are opposed to the development.
Balearic Government's pact for tourism sustainability in tatters as key group pulls out
The Forum for Civil Society has attacked the lack of "a participatory, rigorous and transparent methodology".
Your seven days news round-up in Mallorca
This week, we talk about the cheapest places to buy a home, large property portfolios, citizen protests, civil society participation in debates, hotels opening in the low season, graffiti fines, free buses, and problems with recruiting staff.
Lawyer at the centre of Spain's biggest real-estate scam arrested in Palma
Francisco Comitre is implicated in 'Operation Cocoon', a case that dates back to 2015.
Guided tours' limit could mean fewer tourists in Palma
The town hall intends reducing the number of people on guided tours to a maximum of twenty.
Prices to rent apartments in Mallorca - Are they just sheer greed?
The council meeting in Palma on Thursday heard from people affected by the city's housing problems.
Two accused of murdering a German tourist in Mallorca had intended to rob him
The body of 20-year-old German tourist, Tim V., was found on the motorway near Playa de Palma.
The long U.S. love affair with Mallorca, from Grace Kelly to Tom Hanks
Explore the fascinating history of American ties to Mallorca, from Thomas Jefferson's wine interest to bohemian artists, celebrity tourists, and modern travel trends. Discover how Mallorca's allure has evolved for U.S. visitors.
Guardia Civil investigating Albufera fires' criminal intent
There were three fires in Albufera in October and two in May.
Palma motorhome regulations - "Persecution of citizens"
"We're going to have to take action. Where are we going to go, Mr Mayor?"
Mallorca events: What's On from Friday to Thursday
This weekend features jazz, musicals, classical concerts, festive fairs, wine tastings, and fundraising events across Mallorca plus big football match at Son Moix between Real Mallorca and Barcelona on Tuesday.
The Mallorca municipality where police officers are leaving
Low salaries, "terrible working conditions"; twelve officers have left this year.
Palma bans spending a night in a motorhome
"In Palma people live in houses, not in caravans."
Security camera surveillance for Puerto Pollensa 'dog beach'
There were first calls for camera surveillance in 2013.
3,000-euro fines for graffiti in Palma
Revised bylaw refers to 'defacing' public and private property; it covers more than just graffiti.
- What a carry on! European Union abandons full launch of new travel entry system for Britons in favour of "phased rollout"
- Uncertainty surrounds EU Entry/Exit System implementation
- Fresh move to scrap new tourist registration scheme in Spain
- Living in Palma Airport - Safe and warm
- Laura Hamilton: “I’ve always loved Mallorca, I just wished I’d bought here earlier...”
Comment
Michael O’Leary vs. Spain
Michael O’Leary has never exactly traded in bonhomie where Spain’s politicians are concerned.
Andrew Ede 29/11/2024 09:59