News From Mallorca

Mallorca and the Balearic Islands average 109,483 self-employed registrations in October 2026, up 3.11% on a year ago but down from September.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 5 November, a mother describes alleged abuse of her daughter. The accused denies it as prosecutors seek 10 years in prison.

On 5 November 2026, researchers show how 13 years of sea temperatures flag areas that may suit bluefin tuna migration near the Strait of Gibraltar.

Pedro Sánchez campaigns in Palma, Mallorca, on 14 November. His Son Fusteret rally follows a visit by Vox leader Santiago Abascal to the Balearic Islands.

On 5 November 2026, Balearic officials propose a €6,000 fine over protected lizards kept at a private refuge on Ibiza. They want the animals moved.

On 5 November 2026, 22 visitors from Bornholm meet officials in Palma, Mallorca, to explore ferry links, resident discounts and travel for work and care.

On 5 November 2026, Palma traders on Mallorca reveal a court appeal against resident-only parking plans and demand alternatives for reaching city-centre shops.

On 5 November, the Ibiza and Formentera Health Area reports 339 geriatric admissions in ten months, topping all of 2025 as a new doctor joins the team.

On 5 November, Mallorca's small-business federation rejects a 5.3% minimum wage rise for 2027, citing low productivity and a lack of dialogue.

Madrid, 5 November 2026: Ábalos seeks to overturn a mask-case jail term of over 24 years, citing eight rights and untried contracts in the Balearics.

Palma, Mallorca, 5 November 2026: a Senate alliance condemns the clearance of a housing protest camp and calls for tighter rules on holiday lets.

In Spain on 5 November 2026, the youth council seeks 40% of public homes for young people, warning that renting alone would cost 98.7% of a salary.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 5 November 2026, parties demand police files on a cleared housing camp, the return of belongings and answers on who gave the orders.

On 5 November, USO warns subsidised nurseries in Mallorca and across the Balearic Islands could close without more funding, putting jobs and places at risk.

On 5 November 2026, motor trade groups report 5,195 used car and SUV sales across the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, in October – down 11% on last year.

Job ads in Mallorca and the rest of the Balearic Islands fell 23.8% in October. InfoJobs data released on 5 November 2026 show which roles still need workers.

In Eivissa, Ibiza, a general strike stops glass and light packaging collections on 11 November and cuts residual waste rounds to 50 per cent.

Mallorca farmers have until 27 November 2026 to apply for fertiliser aid of up to €176 per hectare. The rules cover which land qualifies and what cuts the rate.

On 5 November, Adecco offers up to 160 Black Friday and Christmas jobs across the Balearic Islands. Find out which roles are open and how to apply.

Palma, Mallorca, has 6% fewer rental listings since 6 October. Idealista's 5 November 2026 figures show how the Balearics differ from Spain's 19% drop.

Mallorca and the rest of the Balearic Islands record 6,212 used-vehicle sales in October 2026, down 11.8%, as older cars lose ground across Spain.

In Palma, Mallorca, four parties lodged a bill on 5 November 2026 that could give an IB3 news committee a binding say on boss picks. The law comes first.

Two homeowners suffer knife wounds in Lloseta, Mallorca, on 30 October after an eviction sparks a fight. Police arrest a 28-year-old suspect the next day.

On 5 November 2026, the PSOE accuses Palma City Council of clearing a housing protest camp in Plaza de España without the power to do so, and demands answers.

Mallorca faces a rain warning on 5 November, alongside Ibiza and Formentera. A Mediterranean low could bring heavy showers and thunder on Friday.