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Ten Days of Bus Strike in Mallorca: How Long Can the Island Endure It?

Why Bus Drivers in Mallorca Have Gone on Strike

Mallorca bus drivers are striking over rest periods, working conditions, and demands for a binding agreement.

Published: April 21, 2026
Ten Days of Bus Strike in Mallorca: How Long Can the Island Endure It?

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Why are Mallorca bus drivers on strike?

The main issue is the drivers’ demand for clear minimum rest periods between shifts, in line with EU rules on working hours and rest. Union representatives say they want these rest periods written into the collective agreement so they are legally binding. The dispute also reflects wider problems in Mallorca’s public transport system, including pressure on companies and concern over safety and working conditions.

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