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You can’t change history
Taking down statues in the UK will not erase what has happened in the past.
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It cuts both ways Boris
The UK’s quarantine plan could hit tourism to the UK more than elsewhere.
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Spanish heroes honoured
A big round of applause please for Spain awarding top honours to medical staff.
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Stop messing people about
It’s high time that European governments got a unilateral grip on travel.
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High street confusion
The retail sector is facing a major dilema and it’s not helping consumers.
Education
"Strong leadership is key to maintaining high standards in schools"
Interview with Ms Alison Colwell, the Principal at Baleares International College, Sa Porrassa, who believes in high standards and enforcing rules.
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Didn’t he do well...?
He gave Europe a going over, even upset Brussels but the Spanish PM is in the money.
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Britons hungry for Balearics
Majorca is a summer melting pot for Britons, the lid has got to be lifted soon.
Services
Hairdressing in Majorca and the Covid impact
Interview with leading international hairdresser Litsa Pantzikis, whose Palma business is recovering from the shutdown.
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The taxing question
Sooner or later it had be addressed, does Spain raise taxes to save the economy?
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Terrace booking battle
When it comes to bar and restaurant terraces in Palma, I just can’t win...
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A poignant reminder
The introduction of obligatory masks will remind many this is far from over yet.
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Price is king more than ever
If the Balearics wants inter-island flights from next week, we need a price check.
Transport
Pollensa is ready for takeoff
Princess Yachts Pollensa and Alcudia is to operate a Learjet service this summer.
Transport
It's time to fly
Interview with Captain Jonny Greenall, the owner of Balearic Helicopters, which is based at the Son Bonet airfield.
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Tensions starting to fray
It’s tough but we really can’t complain in the Balearics, Madrid is feeling the pain.
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No time for cherry picking
Why can the UK and France agree special travel terms and no one else can?
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Back to the future
Remember when the tourist season was nearly all year round, well let’s do it again.
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The quarantine gamble
Just when Spain was getting back on its feet, some feel the country has taken a step back.
- Emergency declared on Ryanair flight bound for Palma from Dublin
- Mallorca ambassador Sir Bradley Wiggins has “lost” his Mallorca home
- Mallorca restaurants losing clients, tourists tighten their belts
- Mallorca hotelier - "I wouldn't go to a place where I perceived there to be animosity towards tourists"
- Mallorca needs to remember price is king
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Resident permit rush
As the Brexit deadline looms, make sure your paperwork is in order asap!
Humphrey Carter 10/06/2020 17:48