Society
No Britons acquired Spanish citizenship in 2018
In 2018, 2,863 foreign residents in the Balearics acquired Spanish citizenship.
Brexit
Brexit doesn't pose a threat to UK tourism in the Balearics
The British Consul-General gave assurances about tourism, tourist spend and behaviour.
Brexit
"Don't wait for Brexit, seek expert advice now"
Interview with leading British lawyer Simon Bruce, who has been described as "one of the very best lawyers in London for cases with an international dimension".
Tourist tax
Hoteliers restate tourist tax criticisms
The ecotax is an "eco-farce which is neither for tourism nor the environment". The hoteliers are also hoping that there will be a second Brexit referendum.
Brexit crisis
An open letter from HMA Simon Manley to British citizens living in Spain
“Should we, however, leave without a deal, as could still happen, the Spanish Government has said you will have a 21-month grace period from the date of our departure to register. We are talking with the Spanish authorities about this.”
Tourism
Hotels boss worried about no deal Brexit
A hard Brexit could result in a 15% decrease in British tourism this summer.
Brexit
EU parliamentary committee backs visa-free travel for Britons after Brexit
"The 12th of April is coming and the faith of millions of UK and EU citizens and their right to travel is in our hands."
Brexit
"I used to be so proud of the mother of all democracies ..."
Scottish-born Kate Mentink, former director of the department for European citizens within the ministry of immigration and cooperation, talks about Brexit.
Brexit
May says she will quit if her Brexit deal is passed
Some forty members of the ERG European Research Group are said to now back the deal.
Brexit
Bulletin in the news with British ambassador
The visit by British ambassador Simon Manley and his speech at the Bulletin Brexit Breakfast was widely reported.
Brexit
Ambassador provides positive message about future relationship
"We have to work together in developing the relationship. This is the key and will be the key to overcoming uncertainties."
Brexit
Spain to guarantee UK citizens' rights
The contingency plan for a no-deal Brexit aims to ensure that British citizens are not deprived of their rights.
Tourism
General election the latest uncertainty for tourism
The general election and the failure to pass the state budget are among the industry's concerns.
Tourism
Spain and the Balearics are readjusting prices
Abta say that holiday bookings in the UK are "holding up pretty well".
Brexit
Brexit information meeting in Puerto Pollensa
The meeting at St Andrews Church is on 12 February.
Brexit
Small businesses point to serious impacts from Brexit
British property buying and holiday rentals tourism are important factors for Spain's economy.
Tourism
Minister plays down 2019 tourism fears
While Brexit and other matters concerned politicians and the tourism industry, anti-roads protesters wanted their say as well.
- Emergency declared on Ryanair flight bound for Palma from Dublin
- British tourists will be “tracked” while on holiday in Mallorca
- 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"
Comment
Too late
It is amazing that Spain has just woken up to Brexit and its impact on tourism.
Jason Moore30/01/2019 14:52