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Mehr Geld für Beschäftigte im Handel auf den Balearen – Analyse

Blick aufs Festland

05/09/2026

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4.5 percent now, 14 percent by 2029: What the new retail collective agreement for the Balearic Islands really means

Employers and unions agreed on a new collective agreement: 4.5% wage increase this year, 14% in four years. A reality check from Palma — what is good, what is missing and which steps are needed now.

Land swap at the Velodrome: Are 300 social homes in Palma enough?

The Consell hands a plot next to the velodrome to IBAVI — more than 300 social homes are planned. A chance, but many details are missing: who will move in, when will construction start and how will the neighbourhood be involved?

Ironman in Alcúdia and Binter Night Run in Palma: Who pays the price for the road closures?

Today the Ironman 70.3 in Alcúdia and the Binter Night Run in Palma are causing widespread road closures. A reality check: how good are the planning and information for residents and traffic?

Arrest in Mallorca: German allegedly ran 42 fake shops

A 35-year-old from NRW was arrested in Mallorca. He is alleged to have operated over 40 fake online shops and defrauded hundreds of customers. A reality check.

Orange Alert: Rain on Thursday – Are we prepared for rain chaos in Mallorca?

Aemet has declared an Orange alert for parts of Mallorca from Thursday noon. Up to 30 l/m² are expected. A reality check: What does this mean for everyday life, traffic and safety?

Hantavirus Alert: What Mallorca's Tourists Need to Know

The cruise ship MV Hondius has put a hantavirus outbreak in the spotlight. A reality check for Mallorca: how real is the risk, what is missing from the public debate, and which protective measures should apply here?

When the helpers fail: PRM staff at the airport threaten to strike

Employees of the PRM service at Son Sant Joan airport refuse to work overtime. Can the airport guarantee care for passengers with reduced mobility when caregivers are being permanently exhausted?

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Palma de Mallorca

Flughafen Son Sant Joan

Out of Fear of His Homeland: A US Citizen Applies for Political Asylum in Felanitx

A 34-year-old US citizen has applied for political asylum in Felanitx, Spain, saying he fears political persecution and actions by the US immigration authority. What does this mean legally — and how is Mallorca preparing for unusual asylum cases?

Cala Millor tests smart irrigation – is that enough to save water?

In Cala Millor the municipality and hoteliers are launching a sensor project for parks and gardens. Well-intentioned — but the real question remains: does technology actually change on-the-ground practice?

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