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Labor dispute in medical transport: Eleven disciplinary proceedings after driver refusals

Tension at Palma’s ambulance depots

Palma’s ambulance depots reflect the wider Mallorca dispute over new vehicles, driver qualifications and working conditions.

Published: April 22, 2026
Labor dispute in medical transport: Eleven disciplinary proceedings after driver refusals

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What is the situation in Palma’s ambulance depots?

In Palma, the dispute has been visible in a quiet but tense way, with new ambulances standing ready while some drivers hesitate to use them. The issue is less about public protest and more about uncertainty among staff over safety, paperwork and whether they are expected to drive vehicles they are not fully prepared for. That makes the depot a symbol of the wider conflict in Mallorca.

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