8.28 Million People Live in Stressed Rental Market Areas in Spain
The Official State Gazette (BOE) has published the declaration of 21 municipalities in Navarra, A Coruña (Galicia), and two Basque municipalities as “stressed rental market areas.” This brings the total to 301 municipalities across four autonomous communities, where...
The Consell de Mallorca Grants Aid to 38 Non-Profit Organizations to Promote Local Products, 65% More Projects Than Last Year
Councillor Pilar Amate highlights the success of this call for applications, which has a budget of €650,000 and has benefited a wide range of productive sectors on the island. The Consell de Mallorca has granted aid for the promotion and dissemination of Mallorcan...
The Balearic Islands Join the Financial Facility and Will Be Able to Finance Their Debt at Lower Interest Rates
They more than meet the conditions certifying their financial strength, allowing them to regain financial autonomy and exit the Regional Liquidity Fund (FLA). The Balearic Islands closed 2024 with a surplus of over 100 million euros, met the average payment period to...
The President of the Consell de Mallorca Welcomes Sahrawi Children from the “Vacances en Pau” Program
The collaboration and outreach efforts of the Consell de Mallorca have made it possible to double the number of host families participating this year in the initiative organized by the Association of Friends of the Sahrawi People of the Balearic Islands. The President...
Progress on the Comprehensive Renovation of the Ibiza Roads Building
With an awarded budget of 1.7 million euros, this building, owned by the Council, required conservation and renovation works. The president of the Consell Insular of Ibiza, Vicent Marí; the minister of Presidency, Finance, Economic Management and Sports, Salvador...
Rodrigo Sorogoyen at Es Baluard
On Monday, July 28, as part of the Atlàntida Mallorca Film Fest 2025, during the “Master of Cinema” TALKS held at the Es Baluard Museum, Spanish director and screenwriter Rodrigo Sorogoyen —winner of multiple Goya Awards and renowned for works such as As Bestas and...
Over 90% of the Population Considers Extreme Heat a Serious Health Risk
Public perception: A survey by the Ministry of Health reveals that 90% of the population views extreme heat as a serious health threat, and 87% link it to climate change.Vulnerability: Only 30% consider themselves highly vulnerable; people over 65 and outdoor workers...
The Government and the Four Island Councils Regret That the Spanish Government Delegate in the Balearic Islands Has Refused to Hold a Joint Meeting
The proposed meeting to address issues under the State’s jurisdiction was agreed upon at the last Conference of Island Presidents. The delegate’s refusal not only blocks the necessary coordination between administrations but also disregards the institutional framework...
The Consell of Ibiza Calls on the Spanish Government to Withdraw the Regulation Allowing Tourist Rentals of Private Boats
President Vicent Marí warns that this measure contradicts the tourism containment policies promoted by the Consell, which have allowed the elimination of nearly 10,000 illegal tourist beds in one year. The President of the Consell Insular of Ibiza, Vicent Marí, has...
President Galmés Thanks King Felipe VI for His Commitment to Mallorca
Communication and PressDuring the traditional reception at the Almudaina Palace, the president of the Consell informed the monarch about the actions being taken to address key challenges, such as mobility.Galmés expressed to the King his concern regarding the pending...
The Consell de Mallorca Launches a New Cycle of Heritage Concerts at Archaeological Sites as Part of the Summer Cultural Program “Cultura en vena”
Antònia Roca: “We want culture to reach the heart of our heritage and for everyone to experience it in unique spaces while rediscovering our history.” The Consell de Mallorca is once again launching this summer the “Cultura en vena” program, a cultural initiative that...
The Government bans the commercial use of moorings in regional ports in response to state regulations
PortsIB addresses the new state regulation and reminds that mooring points assigned to private vessels may not be used for economic purposes. The Government of the Balearic Islands has issued a resolution to prevent moorings granted for private use in ports managed by...