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Segura basin stays steady at 60% as summer water supply holds firmStrong reserves and stable transfers mean no shortages expected for the year ahead The Segura basin, which supplies water to both Murcia and Alicante, is heading into summer on a reassuring note, with water supplies holding steady and no risk.. 02/06/2026

EU agrees new migration rules to speed up deportationsSupporters call the agreement “historic” as Spain joins EU-wide push for tougher migration rules The EU has agreed a significant overhaul of its migration system aimed at making it faster and easier to remove people who do not have the.. 02/06/2026

Seven arrested for migrant smuggling using 'taxi boats' in Murcia, Almería and AlicanteA joint operation by Spanish and European police dismantles a suspected organised crime network moving migrants from North Africa to southern Spain A suspected criminal network accused of smuggling migrants into Spain using high-speed 'taxi.. 02/06/2026

Spanish consumer group calls for investigation into easyJet luggage chargesA complaint has been filed with the Spanish authorities over what is described as an “abusive” pricing practice Spain’s consumer watchdog has called for an official investigation into easyJet over claims that passengers are being.. 02/06/2026

Snake season is here: What to do if you spot one in SpainThe warmer weather brings snakes out of hiding, but most species found in Spain are harmless The horseshoe whip snake   As temperatures climb across Spain, there's one type of critter that becomes a lot more active and fills most people.. 02/06/2026

More legroom on flights to Spain as budget airline unveils seat upgradeThe low-cost carrier, popular on routes to Alicante, Murcia and Malaga, is introducing a new pre-reclined seat design For years, flying to and from Spain with a low-cost airline has often meant squeezing into a seat and counting down the minutes until.. 02/06/2026

Spain urged to bring back lower taxes on electricity and gas as households struggleSpain’s Labour Minister says measures that helped keep bills down should be reinstated as inflation rises again Labour Minister Yolanda Díaz has called on the Spanish government to urgently bring back a series of measures aimed at helping.. 02/06/2026

Murcia's addiction to private swimming pools shows no signs of slowing downThe municipality approaches 11,000 pools and consolidates its position as fourth in Spain with the most It's only the second day of June and already the sun is beating down on Murcia. Over in Rincón de Seca, Elena Brugarolas is busy overseeing.. 02/06/2026

Summer lifeguard service begins in Los AlcázaresLookout stations are now manned at three of the main beaches of Los Alcázares Summer has now officially started in Los Alcázares – as if you needed telling, with the weather forecast set the way it is for the first week of June! &ndash.. 02/06/2026

From prison walls to the fairways of Mar Menor Golf: The long road back through musicAllan McCarthy opens up about recovery, second chances and how Murcia prison became the unlikely place where he formed his band Berlin90 Allan McCarthy's story is often told through extraordinary headlines about drugs, prison, a jailhouse.. 01/06/2026

Cartagena celebrates opening of Isaac Peral House Museum on inventor's 175th birthdayThe museum forms part of the city’s ‘City of Submarines’ initiative alongside future naval heritage projects in Cartagena Isaac Peral’s birthplace in Cartagena has officially opened to the public after more than five years.. 01/06/2026

Summer arrives in Murcia: Weather forecast June 1-4The Region of Murcia steps into meteorological summer with clear skies, hot temperatures and virtually no rain Murcia weather forecast, Tuesday June 2   June 1 marks the start of meteorological summer and, true to form, the Region of.. 01/06/2026

Spain attracts more expats than any other EU country, but most don't stayMore than half of those who arrived in Spain between 2022 and 2024 have since left, according to a new report Spain may be attracting more immigrants than any other country in the European Union but a new study suggests it is also struggling to convince.. 01/06/2026

Murcia's beaches fall short on accessibility for people with reduced mobilityOnly 17 of 74 beaches assessed offer full independent access, leaving thousands unable to enjoy the sea on equal terms For thousands of people with reduced mobility in the Region of Murcia, getting to the beach means dragging themselves across scorching.. 01/06/2026

Fuel prices in Spain set to rise as VAT cut comes to an endThe temporary 10% VAT rate on petrol and diesel across Spain is due to end on June 30 unless the government extends the measure Drivers across Spain will soon be paying more at the pump as the government's temporary reduction in fuel VAT approaches.. 01/06/2026

Vet and owner investigated in Murcia over alleged mutilation of fighting roostersAround 20 fighting roosters were found in Cieza with their combs cruelly removed The Guardia Civil is investigating two people in Cieza following an animal welfare investigation involving a group of fighting roosters that had their combs removed. &.. 01/06/2026

The Ola Azul open-air swimming pool in Los Alcázares opens on June 1The pool is a popular spot to spend a relaxing summer’s day in Los Alcázares With May now over, the summer is beginning to heat up along the shore of the Mar Menor and good news for those in and around Los Alcázares is that the iconic.. 01/06/2026

Spain's pay rises still aren't reaching many workersAverage salaries are increasing, but millions in Spain are still earning close to €1,000 a month and regional and gender gaps remain wide Spain’s wages are continuing to rise on paper, helped in part by repeated increases to the minimum wage.. 29/05/2026

Cartagena Port gains ground despite global uncertaintyDespite all the noise in global trade, Cartagena continues to perform well compared to other Spanish ports, with increases in cargo volumes and exports At the end of the first four months of 2026, activity at the Port of has continued to hold its.. 29/05/2026

Generous golf club fundraiser pays for surgery for 12-year-old rescue dog at PAPS shelter, MurciaSandy Clare of El Valle Golf Club raised €500 for PAPS, covering the cost of elbow surgery for long-term resident Greta There's a heartwarming story coming out of El Valle Golf Club this week after former club treasurer Sandy Clare raised.. 29/05/2026