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Why Mallorca Lifeguards Are Protesting

Mallorca lifeguards are protesting short contracts, overtime and staffing gaps that affect beach safety.

Published: April 22, 2026
Who Protects the Rescuers? 'Collective Drowning' at Playa de Palma Sparks Debate on Working Conditions

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Why are lifeguards in Mallorca protesting about working conditions?

Lifeguards in Mallorca are raising concerns about short seasonal contracts, low pay and frequent overtime. They say the current system makes it difficult to maintain reliable beach safety, especially during busy summer periods or bad weather. The protest is meant to show that beach rescue work depends on stable staffing and proper protection for the rescuers themselves.

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