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Balearic Islands overtake Canaries as Spain’s top arrival point for irregular migrants
Interior-Ministry data published 17 September show 5,627 irregular migrants reaching the Balearic Islands so far this year, narrowly surpassing the Canaries and signalling a shift in Mediterranean smuggling routes. Stretched reception centres and slow documentation could influence local labour markets and mobility compliance for employers in the archipelago.
Valencia Airport resumes operations after overnight floods disrupt flights and rail links
Torrential rain closed Valencia Airport overnight, with flights resuming only at dawn on 17 September and residual delays continuing through the day. The storm disrupted rail links and forced schools to go online, highlighting the growing weather-related vulnerability of Spain’s travel infrastructure.
Storm knocks Ibiza Airport operations: four diversions, two cancellations and widespread delays
High winds and heavy rain on 17 September caused multiple flight diversions and cancellations at Ibiza Airport, triggering knock-on delays across Spain’s Balearic network. Firms moving staff through the island should expect residual disruption and review contingency plans for weather-related delays.