ANDALUCIA NEWS

More mosquitoes on the way after heavy rainsExperts urge action on standing water as temperatures climb in Andalucía Recent downpours across Andalucía, paired with warmer days, mean we're in for a busier mosquito season this year. Researchers like Jordi Figuerola from the Doñ.. 24/02/2026

Almería town bans burkas… right in the middle of RamadanJust days after Spain rejected a nationwide ban, Níjar has pushed ahead with its own restrictions Spain may have rejected a nationwide ban on burkas and niqabs last week, but one town in Almería has decided to go it alone.  .. 24/02/2026

Pedro Sánchez to mark historic demolition of Gibraltar Border FenceVice President Montero announces that Sánchez will visit La Línea to celebrate the end of decades of physical separation and the start of a new post-Brexit era Spain is preparing for a landmark moment in the Campo de Gibraltar as the.. 24/02/2026

Ryanair warns of more Spain flight cuts and higher fares as fee row escalatesAirline says airport charge hikes will mean fewer routes and more expensive tickets for travellers Ryanair has issued a fresh warning that flights to and from Spain could become more expensive, as its dispute with airport operator Aena over proposed fee increases..

Bird numbers soar back in Doñana after welcome winter rainsMore than 385,600 waterbirds counted as marshlands show clear signs of recovery After several difficult years marked by drought, there is finally some encouraging news from Doñana. This winter, more than 385,600 waterbirds have been recorded in.. 23/02/2026

Andalucía weekly weather forecast Feb 23-26: Sunshine, gentle breezes and springlike warmthWarmer, settled days with plenty of sun and light winds across the region After a bright and pleasantly warm weekend across Andalucía, the new week keeps that settled feel, with plenty of sunshine, light winds and very little in the way of dramatic.. 23/02/2026

Six planets are lining up in the Spanish sky this February 28The best views in Spain will be an hour after sunset, according to NASA The universe is handing us a rare treat this Friday February 28 when six planets will be visible together in the night sky, forming a sweeping arc from horizon to horizon in what.. 23/02/2026

Spain unveils €23 billion fund to tackle the housing crisisThe money will be used to build 15,000 homes throughout Spain each year President of the Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major new fund designed to pump billions into Spain's struggling housing market and help bring down soaring prices..

Ryanair fires back as AENA pushes for a 21% hike in Spanish airport feesThe latest row over airport charges could mean pricier flights and fewer routes for travellers to and from Spain Tensions between airlines and Spain's airport operator AENA are boiling over again and, as usual, Ryanair's outspoken CEO Eddie Wilson..

Step by step guide on registering your electric scooter on the Spanish DGT Vehicle RegistryRegistration now compulsory throughout Spain before you can take out civil liability insurance If you own an electric scooter in Spain, you probably already know that 2026 has brought an important change. All personal mobility vehicles must now be.. 20/02/2026

Spain's minimum wage keeps rising - so why aren’t most salaries keeping up?Experts say recent hikes mainly lift the lowest earners while average pay still lags behind Europe When Spain signed off the latest minimum wage rise to €1,221 a month earlier this week, it was sold as another boost for the country’s lowest.. 20/02/2026

Body of missing British pensioner found near Nerja after week-long search79-year-old Iain Stanley was discovered in a steep ravine area between Nerja and Torrox as police await autopsy results The body of a 79-year-old British holidaymaker who vanished from his accommodation in Nerja has been found, bringing a sad end to a.. 20/02/2026

Spain's 2025 Income Tax simulator is now live: Check if you owe money or get a refundThe Spanish Tax Agency tool lets you preview your Renta result without needing a Cl@ve or digital certificate The countdown to this year’s Spanish income tax campaign (Declaración de la Renta) has officially begun. The 2026 filing period.. 20/02/2026

Andalucía sees record pet registrations as new tax break for owners comes into focusMore than 2.5 million animals now registered as 30 percent vet expense deduction prepares to take effect As many residents begin preparing their paperwork for the next Spanish income tax campaign, attention is already turning to the deductions available.. 20/02/2026

Andrew arrested on his 66th birthday: Here are his close ties to Spain and the Spaniards who appear in the Epstein filesThe former prince faces police questioning over misconduct allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein, but did you know he also has a long history with Spain’s fallen King Juan Carlos? What was meant to be a birthday celebration turned into an unwelcome.. 19/02/2026

Renting in Spain now eats up 38% of wages as housing crisis worsensNew figures show renting costs far more than buying in most Spanish cities Renting a typical two bedroom home in Spain now takes an average 38% of a household’s net monthly income, according to new figures from property portal Idealista. &.. 19/02/2026

More money for millions of workers in Spain, but the devil is in the detailWhat the minimum wage rise in Spain actually means for your pay packet and 2026 tax bill Spain's minimum wage is going up and for around 2.5 million workers, mostly women according to government estimates, it' will mean a welcome income boost.. 19/02/2026

The ancient weather secret that's predicting a sunny February and snow for Holy Week in SpainFamous teen forecaster Jorge Rey has used the centuries-old cabañuelas method to predict what's coming in Spain this spring If you haven't come across Jorge Rey before, he's a young meteorologist from Burgos who became something.. 19/02/2026

Three Cádiz hilltop towns make Spain's most beautiful villages listArcos de la Frontera, Olvera and Zahara de la Sierra win a spot on Condé Nast Traveler’s top 60 If you’re looking for a weekend escape that feels like stepping into a postcard, Cádiz province has just delivered three perfect.. 19/02/2026

Live with a senior relative? You could deduct up to €2,550 on your next Spanish tax returnUpdated allowance for dependent ascendants comes into focus ahead of the 2025-26 filing season With the 2025-26 Spanish income tax campaign now just a couple of months away, many households are beginning to look closely at what they can deduct before.. 18/02/2026