Ibiza Launches Pilot Plan for Safe New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ibiza is implementing a comprehensive pilot plan aimed at ensuring a safe New Year’s Eve celebration. This initiative, part of the broader ‘Safe Parties’ program launched by the Balearic Government, focuses on unifying preventive actions across the islands. Its main goal is to facilitate popular festivities while minimizing incidents.
Key Components of the Safe New Year’s Eve Plan
- Unifying preventive measures across municipalities.
- Training local police forces in event-specific protocols.
- Conducting educational programs in schools to raise awareness among the youth.
- Gathering data on local issues related to festivities.
Implementation Timeline
The pilot program has already been tested in Mallorca and Menorca. In Ibiza, the plan will be first applied during the New Year’s Eve festivities in Vila and the Sant Antoni festival in Portmany.
Meeting of Local Police Coordination Council
This initiative was recently discussed during a meeting of the Local Police Coordination Council, held in Ibiza. Pablo Gárriz, the Director General of Emergencies, emphasized the unique challenges faced by each island and the necessity to tailor the program to local realities.
Focus on Youth and Data Collection
Rafael Covas, from the Institute of Public Security of the Balearic Islands, coordinates the program and highlights the importance of prevention, especially among young people. Efforts will prioritize training among police forces to ensure effective responses during festivals.
Covas also stressed the need for standardized training. This approach will enhance the police’s readiness for various events, taking into consideration the specific challenges posed by each celebration based on data collected from previous events.
By implementing these measures, Ibiza aims to create safer and more enjoyable environments for residents and visitors alike during festive occasions.
