A demonstration was held at a beach in the popular holiday destination with some protestors shouting 'tourists go home'
More protests took place in the Spanish holiday island of Majorca on Sunday, June 16 with around 300 locals occupying a beach. The demonstration was organised by the group Mallorca Platja Tour, with people arriving from 8am local time.
It follows protests held on the island in recent weeks against mass-tourism, and widespread demonstrations across Spanish holiday destinations including the Canary Islands and Ibiza. Locals have spoken out about the impact of mass-tourism on the environment, rising house prices and overcrowding.This latest demonstration was a stance against overcrowding which makes it difficult for residents to visit the beach, according to local newspaper Majorca Daily Bulletin.
It was set to end at 1pm, but Majorca Daily Bulletin reports that police were called after people started shouting “tourists go home”. The Guardia Civil were called and asked banners to be removed. It is believed that the police thought that the protest took place without permission, as required by the Government.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Majorca holidaymakers urged to 'check with airline' following major floodingFlights have resumed at Spain's fourth largest travel hub, but passengers should still plan ahead.
Read more »
Majorca protest prompts travel warnings for British holidaymakersA group of protesters have warned tourists to stay away from a Majorca beach this weekend due to a mass demonstration against overcrowding and mass tourism
Read more »
UK Holidaymakers could face double tax under new rules amid Majorca cruise banPopular holiday destination Majorca is considering banning large cruise ships from visiting the island and imposing a tourist tax on cruise passengers in an effort to regulate tourism
Read more »
Moment British holidaymakers rammed by dangerous driver in MajorcaThis is the terrifying moment Brits in a Spanish holiday hotspot were chased by a furious driver for over a mile on a motorway, before being rammed off it.
Read more »
Moment British holidaymakers rammed by dangerous driver in MajorcaThis is the terrifying moment Brits in a Spanish holiday hotspot were chased by a furious driver for over a mile on a motorway, before being rammed off it.
Read more »
Moment British holidaymakers rammed by dangerous driver in MajorcaThis is the terrifying moment Brits in a Spanish holiday hotspot were chased by a furious driver for over a mile on a motorway, before being rammed off it.
Read more »