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DGT removes five more V-16 beacons from Spain's approved devices listFour of the five delisted models belong to the same Barcelona-based company, which has now lost all of its approvals Spain's General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has removed another five V-16 emergency beacons from its official list of approved.. 01/04/2026

Spain heats up for Semana Santa as temperatures head towards 30°CThe week gives way to sunshine and spring warmth just in time for the Easter getaway After a windy and unsettled start to Semana Santa, the weather across Spain is finally turning a corner, and it is looking much more like spring.   At the.. 01/04/2026

Not everyone is feeling Spain's jobs boom as in-work poverty remains highRecord employment masks deep inequalities, with women, young people and migrants still struggling to make ends meet Spain’s jobs market may be hitting record highs, but the reality for many workers tells a more complicated story.   As.. 01/04/2026

Easter 2026: Supermarket opening hours in Spain for Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and DiaMercadona is shutting up shop throughout Spain as usual, but Carrefour is keeping its doors open wherever it legally can The big Easter weekend is nearly here and if you're planning your shopping around the public holidays, it's worth knowing.. 31/03/2026

Semana Santa thefts cost Spanish retailers €591 millionOil, perfumes, footwear and headphones are among the most stolen items as shop losses rise during the holiday period Spanish retailers are facing losses of up to €591 million during Semana Santa because of stock loss, according to a new retail theft.. 31/03/2026

Spanish airport ground staff strike could hit 1.3 million Easter travellersAlicante, Málaga and Valencia are among the airports affected as workers walk out over pay disputes Anyone flying to or from Spain this Easter would be wise to double check their flight before setting off. Ground handling staff at 12 Spanish.. 31/03/2026

April's Pink Moon kicks off a month of changing skies over SpainThe full moon, a pitch-black sky and everything in between: your guide to April's lunar cycle April is shaping up to be a good month for anyone who enjoys watching the night sky in Spain, kicking off with a full moon on Thursday April 2 and running.. 30/03/2026

Clocks go forward in Spain but energy savings remain minimalExperts say the twice-yearly time change has far less impact on bills than many people think Spain has officially moved into summer time after clocks went forward in the early hours of Sunday March 29, but the long-standing justification for the change.. 30/03/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 30/03/2026

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 27/03/2026

Spain to scrap IVA for thousands of self-employed workersFreelancers in Spain earning under €85,000 set to save time, stress and around €660 a year There’s finally some welcome news for often neglected autónomos in Spain that could make a real difference both financially and day to.. 27/03/2026

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don’t get caught outIt marks a special lane for shared cars, but misuse can lead to a €200 fine If you’ve been driving around Spain lately and spotted a white diamond symbol on a blue background, you might have wondered what it means. This sign is popping up more often..

Spain turns to Algeria to keep the gas flowing as Middle East conflict squeezes energy suppliesSpain already imports more gas from Algeria than anywhere else, and the government is now pushing to get even more Spain has struck a deal with Algeria to increase natural gas exports through the Medgaz pipeline as the government moves to protect.. 27/03/2026

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interestNew report points to long-term decline in attendance even as subsidies and tourism keep the tradition visible Bullfighting in Spain may still be making headlines, but new figures suggest the reality inside the arenas tells a very different story. &.. 27/03/2026

Speeding in Spain could soon land drivers with jail timeThe new proposal would prosecute extreme speeders in Spain with a criminal offence Drivers in Spain could soon face prison sentences for extreme speeding under new plans being considered by the government.   On Tuesday March 24, Spain&rsquo.. 25/03/2026

Easter bookings rise despite conflict concerns, but travel disruption clouds outlook in parts of SpainTourism demand shifts towards Spain as global tensions grow, while transport issues threaten local impact Spain’s tourism sector is showing surprising resilience ahead of Easter, with early booking data suggesting a strong season despite ongoing.. 24/03/2026

Spain may allow young children in front passenger seat in certain casesCampaigners argue that Spain is out of step with most of Europe on this rule A proposal to shake up Spain’s strict child car seat rules is now on the table, and it could mean young children being allowed to travel in the front passenger seat.. 24/03/2026

Spain introduces new rental extensions to protect tenants in uncertain timesIf approved, the new measures could allow renters in Spain to extend contracts by up to two years Spain has introduced new rental measures that could allow tenants to stay in their homes for longer, but there’s still some uncertainty around.. 24/03/2026

Spaniards increasingly worried about the "quality" of their jobs even as employment numbers improveConcerns over low pay, job insecurity and mental health now rank among the country’s top worries, alongside housing and unemployment For the first time in many years, Spaniards are paying more attention not just to whether they have a job, but to.. 23/03/2026

Fuel prices plummet across Spain following VAT reductionDrivers in Spain are seeing drops of up to 30 cents per litre but costs are still far higher than before the crisis Drivers across Spain are finally seeing some relief at the pumps, with fuel prices dropping following new government measures aimed.. 23/03/2026