Mallorca prepares for a new mass mobilization against overtourism

• Environmental groups GOB and Terraferida are organizing a human chain this Saturday at 7 PM in Palma's Plaza de España to protest against overtourism.
• The protest aims to force a response from the regional government and the Consell, criticizing the silence of President Marga Prohens regarding the movement's demands.
• Key demands include protecting the local territory, ensuring access to housing for residents, and better water management, emphasizing the need to prioritize residents over tourists in public spaces.

Background and Conflict

• This action follows a massive protest on July 26 that drew 70,000 participants and ended with police clashes.
• Twenty-five civilians, including a photojournalist, required medical attention after the July demonstration; organizers allege excessive use of force by police.
• 'Menys Turisme, Més Vida' and 'Alerta Solidaria' are considering a collective lawsuit, arguing that the authorities are attempting to criminalize non-violent protest against overtourism.