Government of the Balearic Islands

Balearic Islands housing and tourism regulation debate

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Balearic Islands government challenges new Spanish housing decrees

In the Balearic Islands, discussions regarding housing and tourism regulation have centered on controlling short-term rentals and second-home ownership. Hotel associations, including FEHM, FEHIF, and ASHOME, proposed usi

University of the Balearic Islands developments

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: University of the Balearic Islands resumes classes after building fire

The University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) began the 2026-2027 academic year with significant expansions, including 3,500 new enrollments and the introduction of new degrees in Mathematics, Physics, and Marine Sciences

Balearic Islands economic relief measures

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Balearic Islands approves fuel subsidies for taxi and VTC drivers

The Balearic Islands government has introduced several measures to address rising costs and inflation. Initially, President Marga Prohens proposed the elimination of VAT on essential food products and basic goods through

Balearic Islands water scarcity and infrastructure response

7 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Balearic Islands water infrastructure projects face significant delays

The Balearic Islands continue to face intensifying water scarcity and management crises. Regional water consumption has reached 247 billion liters annually, with an average daily per capita consumption of 136 liters, exc

Illegal settlements and housing initiatives in Ibiza

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Balearic Islands launch housing inspections and social housing initiatives

Residents in the Es Pratet area of Ibiza have reported a rapid increase in illegal settlements within the Ses Feixes de Vila zone. Community leaders noted that groups arrive with construction materials like cement and gr

Balearic Islands regional financing disputes

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Balearic Islands leaders seek funding for insularity costs

Political debate in the Balearic Islands has centered on regional financing and the costs associated with insularity. Initially, the regional government rejected an expert report from Fedea which suggested the islands wo