Mallorca • Issue No. 2017 • 29 Feb - 6 Mar 2024
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Ukraine remembered
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ON Saturday, February 24, nearly 150 individuals gathered in La Misericordia’s gardens to mark two years since the onset of the Ukrainian conflict. The event was predominantly attended by Ukrainians who displayed flags, photographs of casualties, and banners protesting the ‘genocide’, urging for the conflict not to be forgotten. “People continue to die, soldiers, civilians, children… there are many children who continue to suffer from this war, and we need you to continue supporting us, helping us,” stated Anastasia Kvach, head of the Associacio Amar Ucraina. A march from Dalt Murada to Plaza España followed. Irina Zubko, of the Ukraine Aid Association, highlighted, “Today our soul aches for Ukraine, we gather here to remember two years of the day that changed our lives and the destiny of our country.” The community seeks aid in food, clothing, and moral support to counter the ongoing crisis.
Shops in the centre of Palma de Mallorca.
THE Balearic Government is set to invigorate local shopping with a substantial €1.4m discount bond initiative, known as the ‘Balearic Bons de Comerc’. The purpose of the campaign, which is scheduled to run from April 1 to June 30, is to re-energise the is-
lands’ retail sector. Spearheaded by the Department of Business, Employment and Energy, the initiative will benefit self-employed individuals, micro, and small businesses that form the backbone of local commerce. The Mallorca
Chamber of Commerce will manage the programme, ensuring seamless access to subsidies through a specially developed web platform. By enhancing demand and stimulating commercial activities, the scheme intends to uplift the Balearic Islands’ eco-
nomic landscape, offering a timely boost to local commerce. With an additional €124,799.40 allocated for operational costs, the programme is a strategic move to fortify the regional economy and support the community’s business fabric.
THE government of Spain’s allocation of €43 million for free public transport in the Balearic Islands in 2024 has been approved by the Balearic Government. The amount is equal to the funding of 2023, which fell short by over €13 million. The subsidy is distributed among the Islands’ transport authorities, covering buses, trains, and metros in Mallorca, as well as intercity services across Ibiza, Menorca, and Formentera. Despite this, the actual
cost exceeded €56 million last year, forcing local administrations to cover the €13 million deficit. This persistent underfunding raises concerns about the sustainability of free transport in the region.
Two-year anniversary of Ukraine conflict.
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Funding shortfall
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