News From Mallorca

In Palma on 17 September 2026, MÉS says the Balearic housing observatory leaves key gaps on empty homes, renovations and second homes.

On 17 September 2026, Mallorca reports 32,812 offences in six months, up 10.4%, while sexual offences rise across the Balearics, official figures show.

On 17 September 2026, UGT halts work and clears Sóller 2010 in Mallorca after false-ceiling parts fall and no report confirms stability.

In Palma on 17 September 2026, MEP Rosa Estaràs calls for health crisis planning as development aid for health falls 21% in a year worldwide.

PSOE confirms Héctor Pons as its Maó mayoral candidate on Menorca on 17 September 2026, promising to build on completed public projects.

On 17 September 2026, Mallorca says it will double Deixalles support places to 22 in 2027 for people with mental health disabilities.

On 17 September, Mallorca’s Fergus Group takes over the 795-room Don Juan Resort in Lloret de Mar, Girona, Catalonia’s largest hotel.

Police arrest a man carrying ketamine allegedly for sale in Maó, Menorca, on 17 September, then seize more drugs after local festivities.

Ibiza, 17 September 2026: Alsa records 4.9 million bus journeys since April, adds 220 drivers and puts 70 new buses on the road amid rising demand.

Madrid, 17 September: Spain's care reform promises new rights, but groups warn families could be let down unless funding rises and waiting times fall.

Soltour launches four Colombia tours for 2027, with 10% off early bookings made from 15 September to 15 October 2026 in Madrid, with flights.

Energy prices push Spain’s inflation to 4.25% in August. On 17 September, Madrid weighs help beyond 30 September as Díaz calls for rent limits and a refining levy.

In Madrid on 17 September, a vaccine expert explains why flu jabs can prevent serious complications, hospital stays and death in people at risk.

In Palma on 17 September, MÉS per Mallorca attacks a €350m second-ring road plan, saying the money should instead strengthen public transport.

From 22 September, Mallorca’s TIB app puts the Tarjeta Única on passengers’ phones, with live bus arrivals in real time across Palma and the island.

Guardia Civil arrest four people in a 15 September raid on three flats in Sant Antoni, Ibiza, seizing drugs and more than €30,000 in cash during the operation.

Palma, 17 September 2026: PSIB seeks a legal bargaining table for 0-3 childcare staff, after a similar bill was voted down in Parliament two weeks earlier.

Storms return to Mallorca on Friday, with yellow alerts for up to 30 l/m² an hour. Morning rain may reach the north before afternoon showers spread.

Mallorca faces a storm risk on 17 September as a 28ºC Mediterranean feeds downpours, strong gusts and hail in the Balearics in coming hours.

Balearic house prices climb 13% to €3,980 per square metre in the second quarter. Santa Eulària des Riu in Eivissa tops the list on 17 September 2026.

On 17 September 2026, PSIB says Palma's second ring road first phase jumps from €110m to €350m and seeks files to explain why after calling it unjustifiable.

Palma, 17 September 2026: Residencia de Llevant adds 10 contracted places, lifting its public-network total from 30 to 45 this term.

Palma, Mallorca, cuts school equality workshops for a second year. On 17 September 2026, Ben Amics demands their return after discrimination warning.

On 17 September, the PP says €120m is earmarked for Mallorca's Manacor, from hospital work to schools, roads and homes, as health centre site checks remain.

On 17 September, Palma presses Madrid to unlock 831 homes at Son Busquets, while City Hall contests 600 extra homes without local facilities.