Rising arrivals from Algeria put pressure on Mallorca and the Balearics

Since mid-May, more than 3,000 people have arrived on the Balearic Islands in small inflatable boats, and by mid-August registrations reached 4,544 — part of about 12,000 arrivals in a year and a half. That surge has put pressure on reception infrastructure and sparked calls for more structured accommodation, medical first aid, and legal support. Local authorities say a coordinated plan is needed to manage transfers to the mainland and long‑term integration.