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Spain to boycott Eurovision 2026 if Israel competes, joining Ireland and othersFour countries have already withdrawn, now Spain is first Big Five member to threaten exit The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 is facing a major challenge as several countries oppose Israel’s participation due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. To date.. 17/09/2025

New regional road plan promises safer, greener journeys across MurciaGovernment to review over 2,700 kilometres of roads and map out improvements for the future The Region of Murcia’s roads are set for some careful attention over the coming years, as the Ministry of Public Works has just awarded the contract for.. 17/09/2025

Butane cylinder prices drop 5%, bringing welcome relief to Spanish consumersPrice cut brings the cost of a butane gas cylinder down to €16.27 amid fluctuating global markets Did you know that over 64 million butane and propane gas cylinders are used every year across Spain? These handy cylinders are a vital energy source.. 16/09/2025

From Madrid to Murcia, Alicante and Málaga: Ouigo’s budget trains take Spain by storm in first yearLow prices and efficient service fuel strong growth on Spain’s high-speed trains Ouigo is celebrating a successful first year on the Madrid-Murcia route, having transported over 350,000 passengers with an average occupancy rate of 80%. This French.. 16/09/2025

Crackdown on illegal holiday lets sweeps SpainThousands of tourist apartments pulled offline in bid to boost housing supply A sweeping effort is underway across Spain to combat illegal tourist rentals, as the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda (MIVAU) has ordered more than 53,800 non-compliant.. 15/09/2025

Electricity grid collapse in Region of Murcia sparks urgent funding callRegional government warns lack of investment is crippling growth and jobs   Murcia’s regional government has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a critical collapse of the electricity grid, warning that the lack of investment from.. 12/09/2025

Smoking ban across Spain sparks criticism as hospitality industry fights backHospitality sector in uproar over terrace smoking ban amid government push for tougher tobacco laws Spain’s hottest hospitality voices are strongly opposing the latest anti-smoking law draft passed by the Council of Ministers on Tuesday, which extends.. 12/09/2025

Spain pushes ahead with plans to ban smoking on bar terracesSweeping changes include fines for parents, expanded smoke-free zones, and big penalties for tobacco promotion Spain’s government is pressing ahead with some of its toughest anti-smoking measures yet, following months of heated debate and building.. 12/09/2025

Illegal builds double in Murcia as legal action struggles to keep upProsecutors warn of rising cases and delayed demolitions as offenders gamble on building without permits Court cases for illegal construction on undevelopable land have soared across the Region of Murcia, with the number of criminal proceedings more than.. 11/09/2025

Spain extends parental leave despite some criticismsCongress approves one more week off for parents alongside two weeks of paid childcare leave Spain’s parliament has given the green light to an extension of parental leave, with maternity leave increased from 16 to 17 weeks and the addition of two.. 10/09/2025

Pedalling science home: a 2,200km journey from Cambridge to MurciaBiochemist cycles across Europe to boost platelet research in Spain José Antonio Guerrero, a Murcia-born biochemist, certainly knows how to make a fresh start with style. After fifteen years at the University of Cambridge, he left behind the grey.. 10/09/2025

The mortgage hurdle forcing thousands to rent amid soaring house pricesSaving nearly €44,000 upfront is the stumbling block for homebuyers in Spain as rents continue to rise Becoming a homeowner in Spain remains a distant dream for millions, but it's not just about house prices continuing their rapid climb. The.. 09/09/2025

Spain's DGT sets clear rules on sunglasses when drivingFines of up to €200 for wearing Category 4 sunglasses while driving or not using prescription lenses if required It’s common to see drivers in Spain sporting sunglasses, especially in the summer months, to shield their eyes from the sun and.. 08/09/2025

West Nile virus returns to Spain, raising health alertFirst case confirmed in Menorca as authorities heighten surveillance to protect residents and tourists The West Nile virus has reappeared in Spain with the first confirmed case detected in an infected horse in Mahon, Menorca. This adds to recent findings.. 08/09/2025

British couple in southern Spain say the “cost of living has gone up, but it’s still cheap”Retired Brits Mal and Bill find freedom and sunshine on Spain’s Mediterranean shores More than 130,000 British nationals over 60 now call Spain home, with most settling along the Mediterranean coast in places like Málaga and Alicante. Among.. 08/09/2025

Spain’s rail woes call for clear strategy as Renfe and ADIF face mounting challengesRail operators and infrastructure managers need strong coordination and vision to restore public confidence Spain’s railway system is facing persistent problems that highlight the urgent need for a clear, long-term strategy involving both Renfe.. 05/09/2025

Fewer road deaths this summer in Spain, especially in Murcia and Valencia regionsDespite improvements during period when record number of journeys were made, interior minister emphasised the importance of vigilance Road fatalities in Spain continued to decline during the summer months of July and August 2025. A total of.. 05/09/2025

Spain to introduce mobile car radars to improve speed monitoringNew ‘radars on wheels’ will join fixed cameras in efforts to reduce road accidents Spain is set to follow France in introducing new mobile speed radars mounted on wheeled platforms, Interior Minister Fernando Grande Marlaska announced on Wednesday.. 05/09/2025

Spain surprises with its entrepreneurial spirit, beating global business heavyweightsAgainst stereotypes, Spain ranks fifth worldwide for grit and drive to succeed When you think of Spain, images of lazy afternoons, siestas, and the infamous “mañana” attitude might spring to mind. But there’s a surprising side.. 21/08/2025

Spain's anti-scam plan blocks 48 million fraudulent callsGovernment crackdown sees sharp rise in blocked calls and texts since June Spain’s campaign against phone scams is proving to be a major success, with millions of fraudulent calls and messages now being stopped before they reach the public. &.. 20/08/2025