Overview
- The walkout spans Mallorca and Ibiza, with actions in Palma, Calvià, Eivissa, Sant Josep and Sant Antoni.
- Regional authorities imposed a 100% minimum-service requirement under Spanish strike law, keeping lifeguard posts officially staffed.
- The union Unió Socorristes Balears cites low pay, temporary contracts and monthly workloads reported above 200 hours.
- Workers seek an update to a wage tariff unchanged since 2016, more public investment in beach safety and stronger enforcement of regulations.
- Protests included an estimated 30 lifeguards at Son Maties displaying "SOS" banners and crosses, as participants also highlighted housing strain and criticized the Marga Prohens government.