The Government of the Balearic Islands has published this Saturday in the Official Gazette of the Balearic Islands (BOIB) the decree regulating taxi service fares, which allows the different administrations to set fare amounts on each island and introduces the possibility of establishing a flat fare. This measure aims to facilitate joint taxi service agreements between multiple municipalities.

The process began in mid-January with a public consultation period for the draft text, during which a participatory dialogue was held with island councils, municipalities, and sector organisations. In March, the draft was approved by the Balearic Land Transport Council, and later by the Consell de Govern, leading to its publication in the BOIB and entry into force this Sunday.

The decree, promoted by the General Directorate of Mobility, aims to simplify the procedures for reviewing both urban and interurban fares and to improve the taxi service for the public. It includes the option of establishing a single fare per island to encourage municipalities to work together in providing the service.

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The Balearic Government publishes a taxi decree allowing a flat fare to promote joint service agreements between municipalities

In response to a widespread demand from the taxi sector, the decree includes the possibility of setting a reference fare for each island. In Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera, the island councils will be responsible for this; in Mallorca, the responsibility lies with the Balearic Government. Municipalities may also adopt the fare system of another municipality.

The regional law, passed last year by the Balearic Parliament, already envisioned the creation of territorial areas for joint service provision, aiming to improve taxi service, reduce empty trips, and enhance availability and efficiency for users.

The decree also defines the procedures for calculating new fares and updating existing ones, based on economic study models. Two models are included: one for setting new fares and supplements, and another for revising existing ones. Both models share a common structure of costs, revenues, and tariffs.

In summary, this regulation seeks to promote a more efficient and coordinated management of the taxi service, under clear criteria that reflect real operating costs and foster a more sustainable system.