Authorities in the Balearic Islands have asked for an alcohol ban on flights and in airports as they try to crack down on anti-social tourism. <\/p>\n
The request was made to Spain and the EU in Brussels on Tuesday by Pilar Carbonell, Head of Tourism for the islands. In astatement reported by the BBC, she wrote:We ask the central government and the European commission to ban the consumption of alcoholic drinks on flights and in airports. <\/p>\n
The aim of the measure is to improve passenger security and also that of security forces in planes and airports in our islands, who are often faced with drunk passengers. <\/p>\n
Carbonell explained that the ban was being sought to guarantee security ... and tackle anti-social tourism. <\/p>\n
The plea follows a series of alcohol fuelled incidents that have drawn attention to the holiday destination. Resorts such as San Antonio in Ibiza and Magaluf in Mallorca have long attracted fun-seeking crowds,but some holidaymakers now choose to start the party en route, causing problems for fellow travellers, airlines and the police. <\/p>\n
In May, Spanish police arrested three members of a stag party on a Manchester to Palma Ryanair flight, according to a report in the Manchester Evening News. The group drank wine and Jgermeister on the 6.20am flight before brawling in the aisle, preventing staff and passengers from moving around the aircraft. <\/p>\n
Last month two strangers allegedly had sex in a window seat on a Manchester to Ibiza Ryanair flight. The incident was filmed by a fellow passenger who reported that they were both drunk. <\/p>\n
After the footage went viral, a Ryanair spokesperson said: We will not tolerate unruly, disruptive or inappropriate behaviour at any time and any passengers who appear to behave in an unacceptable manner may be liable for further sanctions. <\/p>\n
The statement did not specify whether local authorities were seeking a ban on all EU flights, or a special exemption for those travelling to the Balearic Islands. <\/p>\n
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