ALICANTE NEWS

Indefinite doctors' strike could begin in Spain in OctoberDoctors are stepping up their opposition to the Government's proposed health service reforms, with unions warning that the dispute is far from over Doctors in Spain could launch an indefinite strike from October in a move that could put further.. 09/09/2026

Casa 47 scheme opens up affordable rental homes across SpainLegal residents in Spain can apply, with rents starting from just €350 a month Spain’s new public housing company Casa 47 has opened its first affordable rental homes, giving people on lower and middle incomes the chance to apply for long.. 09/09/2026

UK air traffic control problem caused hours of chaos at Alicante airport yesterday, but flights are back on trackA technical issue at British terminals triggered cancellations and delays across routes to and from England and Ireland, with the Manchester flight pushed back by three hours If you were travelling through Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport.. 09/09/2026

Holiday rental licences on the Costa Cálida: What buyers need to know in 2026Spainora explains what buyers need to know before investing in a holiday rental in the Region of Murcia and beyond By Spainora   On May 21, 2026 the Spanish Supreme Court (ruling 620/2026) annulled the national short-term rental registry.. 09/09/2026

Alicante weather alert upgraded to orange as up to 40 litres of rain could fall in an hourAfter temperatures reached 38°C at the start of the week, heavy rain, thunderstorms, hail and strong winds are expected before cooler weather arrives on Thursday Alicante has had a very summery start to the week, with temperatures reaching.. 09/09/2026

Alicante rental prices hit new high as housing costs continue to climbThe average rent for an 80-square-metre home has reached €1,112 a month, while property prices across the Valencian Community have risen 13% in a year Finding an affordable home in the Alicante Province is becoming increasingly difficult.. 08/09/2026

Alicante train station to get major upgrade by spring 2027The €20.2 million project will increase high-speed capacity and create up to 10 standard-gauge tracks Work on the major transformation of Alicante railway station is progressing on schedule, with the €20.2 million project expected to be.. 07/09/2026

New EU charge coming for Shein and Temu parcelsAnother charge on low-value parcels is coming in November, but the EU hasn't yet revealed how much it will be People in Spain who regularly order cheap items from Shein, Temu, AliExpress and other online marketplaces are facing another change.. 07/09/2026

High temperatures followed by midweek storms: Alicante weather forecast September 7-10Alicante Province is set for two more very hot days, with temperatures reaching 38°C before rain and a sharp drop in temperatures bring a change in conditions Summer is not quite finished with Alicante yet, with temperatures set to reach the.. 07/09/2026

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discountThe diesel discount will increase to 20 cents per litre across Spain from Tuesday September 1 The government's fuel discount for diesel is set to rise to 20 cents per litre from this Tuesday September 1, well above the 5 cents originally planned.. 04/09/2026

Spain records its deadliest summer for heat-related deathsHealth experts warn that increasingly frequent and prolonged heatwaves are becoming a growing public health threat across Spain Spain has recorded its highest number of heat-related deaths during a summer since monitoring began, with 5,234 deaths.. 04/09/2026

Torrevieja moves closer to approving 11-storey hotel despite local oppositionThe proposed Grupo Insara development would replace a residential plot with an 11-storey, 36-metre hotel close to the La Veleta beachfront Plans for an 11-storey hotel in Torrevieja's La Veleta area have moved another step forward, despite formal.. 04/09/2026

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, adventure, and plenty of time to recharge. As a new season begins, we’re delighted to bring you another issue packed with.. 04/09/2026

September 5 Free all-night rock festival in San Miguel de SalinasSeven acts will take to the stage in San Miguel this Saturday evening from 8pm San Miguel de Salinas is preparing for a huge night of live music this Saturday September 5, when the Bargustra Rock Festival 2026 brings more than nine hours of rock.. 03/09/2026

Spain's minimum wage increase trails most of Europe in 2026Spain's 3.1% increase leaves it near the bottom of the EU rankings, despite the minimum wage having risen by more than 40% in real terms over the past decade Spain may have one of the highest minimum wages in the European Union, but workers.. 03/09/2026

IBI Tax Spain: Complete guide for homeownersOwning a home in the Spanish sun brings incredible lifestyle benefits, but it also comes with fiscal responsibilities By Spainora   When purchasing a property in Spain, international buyers often focus heavily on the upfront transaction.. 03/09/2026

Legal concerns stopping Brits buying property in Spain By Alex Radford, Founding Partner, My Lawyer in Spain   Alex Radford from My Lawyer in Spain recently exhibited and presented at a property exhibition in London with over 4,000 attendees and was struck by the number of people who were.. 03/09/2026

Spain's traffic lights are changing from October 1: Here's what drivers need to knowA new rule will stop flashing amber lights appearing at the same time as green pedestrian signals at crossings across Spain Drivers in Spain will see an important change at traffic lights from October 1 when a combination of signals that has long.. 03/09/2026

Spain welcomes record 11.5 million international tourists in JulySpain has already welcomed 58.1 million international tourists this year, putting the country on course to pass 100 million Spain welcomed a record 11.5 million international tourists in July, with overseas visitors spending more than €18.. 02/09/2026

Mercadona returns to winter hours in SpainMore than 300 stores across Spain will once again shut on Sundays as summer draws to a close There’s a bit of bad news for anyone who’s become rather too accustomed to a Sunday trip to Mercadona. With summer officially coming to an end.. 02/09/2026