Spanish Officials in Spain are looking into whether singer Katy Perry filmed her latest music video in a protected area without permission.
The video for her new single, *Lifetimes*, shows Perry enjoying the beaches and nightlife of Ibiza and Formentera.
However, some scenes are believed to have been shot in the sensitive dunes of S’Espalmador, an uninhabited island in Formentera.
The Spanish government claims the production company did not get the required permission to film in this ecologically sensitive area.
A statement from the Spanish government said, “The production company did not seek authorization for filming in the protected dunes.” The environment department of the Balearic Islands has begun a preliminary investigation.
The department’s press release noted, “Filming for commercial purposes requires express authorization from the ministry for the environment.” The video’s footage includes scenes of the dune system at S’Espalmador, known for its ecological richness.
S’Espalmador is part of the Ses Salines de Ibiza and Formentera natural park and is valued for its ecological significance. The dunes are considered to be of great environmental importance, according to the regional tourism website.
The production company, WeOwnTheCity, and Katy Perry’s representatives have been contacted for comments but have not yet responded.
This controversy follows a challenging period for Perry, whose upcoming album, *143*, is set to be released in September.
The first single, *Woman’s World*, received negative reviews, with critics questioning its impact.
Additionally, Perry’s work with producer Dr. Luke has faced criticism due to past legal issues with singer Kesha, who sued Dr. Luke in 2014 for alleged abuse.
Dr. Luke has denied the claims, and a settlement was reached last year.
