MURCIA REGION

When the unexpected happens: Expert repatriation support for expats in SpainHow Alliance Pioneer Group supports expatriates in Spain with professional medical repatriation services   By Tom Sheen, APG   For many expatriates, Spain represents a new chapter – better weather, a slower pace of life and.. 28/01/2026

New scooter rules kick in across Spain as insurance becomes a reality for some ridersWhat changes from Monday, who needs cover now and what remains on hold If you use an electric scooter in Spain, you may already be used to rules changing, being delayed, then changing again. This week, however, one of the biggest shifts yet has finally.. 28/01/2026

Frenchman arrested in San Pedro del Pinatar with nearly 3kg of marijuanaStopped by the Guardia Civil, the 29-year-old was found with almost 3kg of marijuana and a toy pistol The Guardia Civil have stopped a car in San Pedro del Pinatar and seized nearly three kilos of marijuana, arresting the driver on suspicion of.. 28/01/2026

Mandatory face masks are no longer required in the Region of Murcia from ThursdayThe decision follows a continued fall in respiratory infections across the Region in recent weeks Face masks will no longer be required in hospitals and health centres across the Region of Murcia from Thursday January 29, as the levels of respiratory.. 28/01/2026

Spain considers a ban on children at bullfights as debate over tradition heats upThe government wants to stop minors attending events involving animal violence, saying it could harm children’s wellbeing Spain’s long-running conversation about bullfighting has flared up again, this time over whether children should be allowed..

New statue of Paco Rabal planned for the centre of ÁguilasThe internationally renowned actor would have been 100 years old on 8th March 2026 In recognition of the centenary of the birth of actor Paco Rabal, the Town Hall has announced that a statue of the internationally acclaimed actor is to be added to those.. 28/01/2026

Building licences for holiday homes on the rise in Mar MenorAuthorities report more building license approvals as tourist numbers grow and hotel options remain limited The Mar Menor area is seeing more and more building licences for holiday homes, with hundreds of applications in towns like La Manga, Santiago.. 28/01/2026

Is WhatsApp going paid? What Meta's new plan could mean for youThe messaging app may soon offer a paid, ad-free option but sending your usual chats will stay completely free WhatsApp might be about to look a little different in Spain. The messaging giant, used by around 30 million people here and more than three.. 28/01/2026

The adult path to Spanish fluencyThe expat’s language dilemma when learning Spanish Moving to Spain is the culmination of a dream, but the reality of daily life often hits a sudden stumbling block: communication. Most traditional language apps treat adult learners like primary.. 28/01/2026

Clínica Impulso in Mazarrón puts foot health first with pensioner discountsHigh quality podiatry care and tailored treatments for every stage of life, serving Mazarrón and beyond Foot health is something many people overlook until discomfort begins to affect everyday life. At Clínica Impulso in Mazarró.. 28/01/2026

FixTech wins Spain Prestige Awards 2025/26 in computer repair categoryThe Murcia-based company has been recognised for its trusted computer repair support across the Region A Murcia-based computer repair business has picked up national recognition after winning the Computer Repair category at the Spain Prestige Awards.. 28/01/2026

Thy Will Be Done special offers for expats using this promo codeAffordable legal and financial solutions in fluent English for UK nationals living in Spain British expats across Spain can now take advantage of a range of legal and financial special offers from Thy Will Be Done, designed to make long-term planning.. 28/01/2026

Windstorm batters the Region of Murcia with more than 150 emergency incidentsFallen trees and loose structures have kept emergency services busy this Tuesday, and more strong winds are on the way for Wednesday A powerful bout of wind has swept across the Region of Murcia, triggering more than 150 incidents and keeping emergency.. 27/01/2026

Ryanair signals higher fares as bookings soar and passenger targets growBusy holiday periods and big growth plans push price outlook higher for Europe’s biggest budget airline Ryanair has warned that ticket prices on many routes, including popular flights to and from Spain, are now likely to rise more than it previously.. 27/01/2026

Mazarrón mayor signs new agreement with local animal charityThis new agreement will help APROAMA care for abandoned animals and raise awareness in the community Mazarrón’s mayor, Ginés Campillo, has signed a new agreement with the Mazarrón Animal Protection Association (APROAMA.. 27/01/2026

Luxury visitors splash the cash in SpainJust 3% of visitors deliver 20% of spending power Spain welcomed a record 97 million foreign tourists last year, up 3.5% since 2014, with spending leaping 6.8% to €134.71 billion. A new CaixaBank research report shows how luxury travellers, a mere.. 27/01/2026

Thousands of tyres removed from Campos del Río after decades of illegal dumpingThe regional government has cleared 456 tonnes of tyres and other waste from the La Llana area The La Llana natural area in Campos del Río, close to the Sierra de Espuña, has finally been cleaned up after nearly 20 years of illegal.. 27/01/2026

How to save money on parking at Corvera Airport with Seguro ParkingThe meet and greet service at Corvera saves time and money with secure storage and complimentary car wash Parking at the Region of Murcia International Airport doesn't have to mean circling the official car park or lugging your bags across the.. 27/01/2026

January 31 to March 8 MULAFLOR, the almond blossom celebrations in MulaGuided walks and great photo opportunities as the countryside of Mula turns pink and white! One of the features of late winter in many parts of the Region of Murcia is the pink and white almond blossom which dominates the countryside, and although the season..

Fire breaks out at Escombreras refinery, now fully extinguishedNo injuries as Repsol tackles blaze in Cartagena outskirts, precautionary alerts lifted A fire at the Repsol refinery in Escombreras broke out yesterday but has now been fully extinguished with no injuries reported. The flames broke out just before.. 27/01/2026