News From Mallorca

Campaigners in Palma on 14 September 2026 call for Eivissa waste shipments to stop and oppose €41m extra for Tirme amid disputed payments.

Madrid, 14 September: Spain’s National Police invites bids to rent 679 unmarked cars in a €19,219,020 contract lasting 48 months across three lots.

On 14 September 2026, EM&E won a three-year deal to maintain Guardia Civil coastal surveillance systems across the Balearic Islands under four contract lots.

Madrid, 14 September: SATSE warns flu and Covid-19 jabs may be delayed unless primary care health centres get more nurses before September ends.

Palma, 14 September: UIB opens an outdoor sustainability campus, bringing birdwatching, composting and practical environmental sessions through December.

Open Cosmos raises 300 million euros for satellites and space data. Its Barcelona base also works on Balearic projects. Barcelona, 14 September 2026.

On 14 September 2026, 52 candidates tackle water and agility tests on Formentera, competing for 16 permanent firefighter posts in an open selection process.

In Palma on 14 September, the PP proposes letting nurses lead local health zones, with pay tied to the post and protection for current directors.

Palma, 14 September 2026: ANPE enters union elections at two arts colleges, seeking better staff terms, new facilities and career paths across Mallorca.

On 14 September, Prou Eivissa backs a protest over Ibiza Airport expansion, warning the island faces mounting tourism and infrastructure pressure.

On 14 September 2026, Iberostar receives two workplace wellbeing certificates at its Palma headquarters after an audit found no non-conformities.

The Canary Islands face heat alerts on Tuesday, with 35ºC possible and Calima dust warnings on Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura as well.

More than 250 students start university at Cesag in La Vileta, Palma, on 14 September, with seven degree courses to choose from this academic year.

Mallorca, 14 September: An administrative error stops emotional wellbeing support for 4,000 vocational students in the 2026-2027 school year.

Palma, Mallorca announced on 14 September 2026 that residents in new ORA streets can seek a €24 virtual parking permit from Wednesday online or in person.

Madrid, 14 September: Spain may need up to 639,400 extra care workers by 2030 as AESTE launches a campaign for professional carers.

On 14 September, CSIF calls a protest outside Correos’ Palma office after 200 Balearic jobs vanish in two years, with injuries and sick leave up.

On 14 September in Madrid, Balearic officials presented China’s embassy with investment incentives for energy, housing construction and AI projects.

On 14 September 2026, Booking.com says the 2027 solar eclipse lifts Málaga accommodation searches 40%, with UK travellers leading foreign demand.

Ibiza’s new Parador reaches 94% occupancy in its first summer. On 14 September 2026, the chain reports more than €80 million in takings.

A Madrid study due on 25 September 2026 proposes linking widow’s pensions to earnings and making firms pay more for unchecked sick-leave costs.

On 14 September, Hogaria.net reports used homes in the Balearic Islands averaged €5,100 per square metre in August, Spain’s highest price that month.

Madrid, 14 September 2026: CERMI urges MPs to keep Senate changes to CUME, protecting families caring for children with cancer or serious illness.

On 14 September 2026 in Madrid, UGT FICA warns of a November strike week in Spain’s meat industry as pay talks stall and employers seek mediation.

On 14 September, the PSIB urges lower Portocolom berth fees after at least 60 wooden boats in Felanitx face €700 permits for four to six months.