Big changes to pet travel rules between the UK and Spain come into force this April
From April 22, UK residents will no longer be able to rely on EU-issued passports when travelling to Europe with their pets If you regularly travel between the UK and Spain..

Get paid to recycle: Spain is finally introducing its long-awaited deposit return scheme
The new deposit and return scheme for drinks cans and plastic bottles will be rolled out across Spain in November Spain is finally catching up with much of Europe by introducing..

Ryanair is bringing in earlier check-in times across Spain and beyond
The Irish budget airline has confirmed changes to its check-in closing times at all airports in its network Ryanair has announced a shake-up to its check-in process that..

Murcia's Carlos Alcaraz named World Sportsman of the Year at the 2026 Laureus Awards
The tennis prodigy from El Palmar was awarded for the 2025 season, which saw him return to world number one and win both Roland Garros and the US Open Carlos Alcaraz was..

Los Alcázares proposes common front for the removal of mud and seaweed from the Mar Menor
Mayor Mario Pérez Cervera leads an initiative to unite the four Town Halls affected in combating the duckweed in the lagoon The accumulation of algae is a problem which affects..

Dead body discovered near Cabo de Palos lighthouse
Police are investigating whether the death could be linked to the migrant boat that turned up earlier this week with dead bodies on board A dead body has been found near..

Alexa+ arrives in Spain with a smarter, more natural way to help at home
Amazon’s upgraded assistant is rolling out in Early Access, with more personal features and a monthly fee after launch Alexa+ is now arriving in Spain, and Amazon says the..

Alhama de Murcia ramps up investment with record budget and new public facilities
Alhama Town Council has earmarked millions for improved services, housing and infrastructure Alhama de Murcia is entering a new phase of investment with a record-breaking..

What is Bimi, the Asian 'super veg' taking over Murcia's fields?
The Region now supplies most of Europe's demand thanks to its climate and farming expertise Bimi is a hybrid vegetable that combines broccoli and Chinese kale. In recent..

Murcia lags behind most of Spain on cutting carbon emissions
The Region of Murcia has cut emissions by around 12% since 2019, compared to a national average of 17% The Region of Murcia has made progress in cutting its greenhouse..

DGT Spain launches free helpline for road accident victims, and it's available in English
The 018 number offers psychological, legal and medical support to motorists across Spain and operates in 50 languages Anyone affected by a road accident in Spain now has..

Murcia to spend €1 million buying land to safeguard the Mar Menor
The Region of Murcia government is focusing on plots of land that can act as natural filters around the lagoon The regional government of Murcia has announced plans to..

Farmer blamed for Sierra Espuña forest fire that destroyed 400 hectares
The fire tore through 429 hectares of protected woodland between Totana and Aledo A farmer has been charged in connection with the forest fire that tore through more than..

Petrol station strike called off in Spain after workers and bosses reach a deal
Good news for Spain's May bank holiday drivers following a last-minute agreement on pay and conditions Drivers planning to hit the open road on the May bank holiday weekend..

Temperatures in freefall as rain returns: Murcia weekend weather forecast April 23-26
We’re in for a sea change with the Murcia weather this weekend, thanks to the arrival of a DANA storm that is affecting all of Spain It will be noticeably cooler in the..

Águilas campaigns for greater e-scooter safety
The Local Police of Águilas encourages young people to use VMPs responsibly and safely The laws and rules governing the use of electric scooters in Spain are constantly being..

First phase of Los Alcázares cycle lane up and running
Improved safety and convenience for both cyclists and pedestrians on the seafront of the Mar Menor Just two months after work began on the new cycle lane along the seafront..

Cruise ship recovers five bodies off the coast of Cabo de Palos
Police are investigating whether the victims were passengers on a migrant boat found adrift near Cartagena earlier this week Crew members on board the Sapphire Princess..

Spain's endangered 'sad duck' makes a comeback after €6.37m wetland rescue project
Wetland restoration across Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia has helped nearly quadruple breeding numbers since 2021 Often described as Spain’s “sad-looking” duck thanks..

Local taxes in Spain: Everything property owners need to know
IBI, Plusvalía, waste collection fees and more – a practical guide for anyone who owns property in Spain If you own property in Spain, you'll know the feeling: a letter..

Where to find electric car charging points in Spain using this live map
A simple online map shows thousands of charging locations across Spain and helps plan longer journeys If you drive an electric car in Spain, knowing where to charge it..

Caravaca prepares for the largest annual fiestas of the north-west of Murcia
The Moors, Christians and Wine Horses fiestas take over Caravaca in the first week of May The Town Hall of Caravaca de la Cruz is now busy putting the final touches to the..

Águilas sets new record for blood donations in 'donate for art' campaign
A total of 187 people donated blood during the event held at the Infanta Doña Elena Auditorium, with 54 first-time donors taking part Águilas has once again proven the..

La Manga businesses demand urgent shake-up of beach rules and tighter jet ski controls
With summer just around the corner, businesses want to see an end to the '50-metre rule' and a much firmer hand with jet skis in the Mar Menor Business owners in La Manga..