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Fall back: Don't forget the clocks change in Spain this weekendThe clocks will go back this coming Sunday as Spain switches from summer to winter time Summer in Spain has drawn to a close and most of us have returned to our normal rhythm and routine after the holidays. With the days already getting shorter, the.. 24/10/2025

Low-cost petrol stations double in two years in the Region of MurciaThe pandemic triggered a sharp rise in automatic service stations in the Region, which now total 139 Over the last few years, low-cost petrol stations have exploded in popularity across Spain, drawing more and more customers with their cheap fuel.. 24/10/2025

Spain accused of criminalising tourism with new policyTwelve regional governments in Spain have expressed their concerns over the policies and warn they could destroy tourism Spain’s tourism sector, which brings in billions and supports millions of jobs, has become the new battleground.. 24/10/2025

Ten deadly black spots put Murcia among Spain's most dangerous regions for driversFrom Cieza to Cartagena, the latest safety report highlights stretches where collision rates soar well above the average We've all got that one stretch of road (and probably a roundabout or two) that makes us grip the steering wheel a bit tighter.. 23/10/2025

New EU driving licence rules allow 17 year olds to hit the roadSpain is preparing for sweeping European changes that will allow 17 year olds to obtain a licence and introduce a digital version by 2030 After a couple of years in the planning stages, the European Union has given the green light to a brand new driver.. 23/10/2025

Murcia Airport flight destinations winter 2025-26: Corvera routes you can fly this yearThe autumn-winter schedule brings 11 destinations to Murcia Airport, including new routes to Tenerife, Bristol and Nador As the summer season draws to a close, the Region of Murcia International Airport (affectionately known as Corvera Airport to.. 22/10/2025

Electricity bills jump 40% in Spain - even after a warm OctoberExperts say costs could ease if the mild weather continues, but colder temperatures or global tensions may still push prices up again Spanish households have been hit with another steep rise in energy costs, even though the month has been unseasonably.. 22/10/2025

Drinking water restored in San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier and Torre PachecoAuthorities have confirmed that the tap water is once again safe to drink in most affected areas Residents of the Mar Menor municipalities of San Pedro del Pinatar, San Javier and Torre Pacheco can finally drink tap water again after more than a week.. 22/10/2025

Mar Menor's first oyster reef takes shape to help clean the lagoonNative oysters could help clean the lagoon’s waters as scientists warn of dangerously low oxygen levels The Mar Menor’s first oyster reef has been launched in a bid to help clean the polluted lagoon, just as scientists warn it is once.. 21/10/2025

Could this finally be the end of Daylight Savings Time? No more clock changes, says Spanish PMPedro Sánchez is ready to present a formal proposition to the EU to scrap the biannual time change altogether As the clocks prepare to fall back once again this weekend, Spain’s Prime Minister and President Pedro Sánchez has announced.. 20/10/2025

Gordon Strachan and Kenny Dalglish confirmed for European Senior Masters golf tournament at La Manga Club in association with Equals MoneyAn even bigger line-up of golfing greats and sporting legends has been confirmed for November 2025   Golf fans in the Region of Murcia are in for an unforgettable experience this autumn as the European Senior Masters, in association with Equals.. 20/10/2025

Widow's pension rules could change for undocumented couples with childrenNew proposal would let couples skip formal marriage or civil partnership if they prove two years together and share children If you’re in a long-term relationship but not officially married or registered as a pareja de hecho (civil partnership).. 17/10/2025

Spanish pension set to increase by around €35 per month next yearRetirees in Spain will see a welcome lift to their monthly income from January 2026 Pensioners all across Spain are in for a welcome improvement come January, though it won’t be quite as generous as in past years. While the definitive figures.. 16/10/2025

Spain drops the price on thousands of over-the-counter medicationsThe Ministry of Health in Spain estimates the changes will save patients around €287 million There’s been some fantastic news this week for anyone buying medication in Spain. The Ministry of Health has announced price cuts on 17,385 different.. 15/10/2025

Beware fines for fake alarm stickers: What you need to know about home security in SpainGeneral deterrent signs are legal, but using company logos without a real system can cost you Security is a top priority for many people living in Spain, when it comes to protecting their homes. While installing a genuine alarm system is becoming more.. 15/10/2025

Flu vaccination season begins in Region of Murcia with reinforced nursing teamsAlmost 400,000 people in Murcia are expected to avail themselves of the joint Covid and flu vaccination campaign   The 2025-2026 flu vaccine campaign in the Region of Murcia began this Tuesday October 14, with everyone in at-risk groups now able.. 15/10/2025

Spain-wide strike on October 15 against genocide in GazaUnions all across Spain have called on employees to stage a protest this Wednesday   This Wednesday October 15, union walkouts have been called across the country and in all workplaces by the various unions. Comisiones Obreras and UGT have registered.. 15/10/2025

The worst storms in Spain will now be given their own namesFollowing the devastation caused by Alice in the southeast of Spain, all future high-impact DANAs will be named On October 7, DANA Alice swept across eastern Spain, flooding towns, grinding transport to a halt and leaving many people talking.. 14/10/2025

Spain records one of the warmest Septembers since 1961 despite dramatic stormsSeptember brought record-breaking heat to parts of Andalucia and Murcia with temperatures 2°C above normal Average temperature anomalies in September 2025 compared to the period 1991-2020   We might still be drying out or rain coats.. 14/10/2025

Self-employed in Spain face higher Social Security payments from 2026Government proposes new income brackets and changes to benefits amid union concerns The Spanish government is preparing to increase Social Security contributions for self-employed workers by between €11 and €206 per month starting next year... 14/10/2025