Francina Armengol is the new speaker of Spain's Congress
The speaker is the third most senior authority in Spain.
Too many tourists? What Mallorca's political parties say
The elections are almost upon us, and tourism is a key issue.
Tourism and elections: All about limits?
If PSOE continue to govern after May 28, the resort will be emblematic of an aspect of tourism housing policy.
Poll suggests the right will take over at Palma town hall
The numbers stack up but the Partido Popular have expressed misgivings about pacts with Vox.
Spain's conservatives seen winning general election, poll shows
In May, Spain will hold municipal and regional elections that will help gauge support for the main political parties in the general election in December.
Bel of the ball and when tourism promotion weren't such dirty words
In 2018, it was Més who were organising tourism promotions.
Real Mallorca stadium naming-rights sponsorship is scrapped
The naming-rights deal had threatened to break the coalition at the Council of Mallorca.
"Historic" election win for the PP in Andalusia rocks Spain's left
Andalusia's move to the right has been confirmed in stunning fashion.
Comment: Spain at odds over Ukraine
The Spanish government is split over how the country helps Ukraine.
Armengol highlights achievement of coalition government
"We know how to do dialogue."
Armengol's socialist party prepares for third election win
The next election is in May 2023.
Spain’s right wing crisis
If the Spanish PM was worried about his political standings, he’s laughing now.
Pedro Sánchez, speaking at PSOE headquarters
Pedro Sánchez, speaking on Saturday.
Sánchez asks for a "Christmas gift of safety"
A critical stage is approaching that will coincide with the first mass vaccination.
Politics
Opinion poll indicates gains for Spain's right
Last week's no-confidence debate highlighted major differences between the Partido Popular and Vox.
The Blog
Galicia - Moderation in everything
One of Spain’s more respected politicians, Feijóo’s name has been put forward (not by himself) to be leader of the PP nationally.
- New law for pet owners comes into force on Friday in Mallorca
- Investigation into the death of a British woman following cosmetic surgery in Mallorca
- Now Spain torpedoes all-inclusive cruise deals with extra booze and food taxes
- Prostitution gang arrests in Alcudia, Inca and Muro
- Mallorca fans see red over scantily clad dancers in VIP area!
Comment
Whatever you say, never thank the previous lot
Armengol and her government could never admit it but Bauzá had laid the groundwork for them.
Andrew Ede10/08/2023 16:33