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DGT cracks down on WhatsApp checkpoint alertsFines up to €30,000 for warning about police alcohol and drug checkpoints If you're in one of those WhatsApp or Telegram groups that ping alerts about police checkpoints, it might be time to think again. The DGT has launched a determined effort.. 20/01/2026

Income tax return 2026: Which pensioners in Spain do not need to file the Declaración de la rentaIncome thresholds, multiple payers and exemptions explained ahead of the April 8 start of the tax campaign in Spain With the arrival of the new year, one of the most important dates in the Spanish tax calendar is getting closer. The 2026 income tax.. 20/01/2026

Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026

Brit activists take to UK streets in march against cruelty to hunting dogs in SpainUK dog lovers join Europe-wide demonstrations calling for an end to hunting dog abuse in Spain Dog lovers across the UK are set to turn out in force at the end of January, with peaceful protests planned in several major cities to demand better protection.. 20/01/2026

Coastal Murcia to get a battering from rain, wind and storms this week: Weather forecast January 19-22A massive storm is set to soak all of Spain this Wednesday Murcia weather forecast, Wednesday afternoon, January 21   The rain, thunderstorms and chilly weather are forecast to continue in the Region of Murcia this week, according to predictions.. 19/01/2026

Region of Murcia loses almost half of bank branches in ten years as access gap widensMore than 390 bank offices have disappeared across the Region since 2015, leaving some towns with no branches at all and growing concern for older residents Something as everyday as withdrawing cash or paying a bill is becoming increasingly difficult.. 19/01/2026

Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to knowUnlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting travellers zip around the country for a flat rate of €60. The Ministry.. 16/01/2026

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in SpainHalf a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain are getting an unexpected break after the government admitted its mandatory..

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief...

Bring back the carbs! Spanish experts raise eyebrows at new US food pyramidThe protein-heavy American rethink is completely at odds with Mediterranean diet basics The United States has unveiled a brand new food pyramid and to say it’s caused a stir is a bit of an understatement, with even nutrition experts here in.. 16/01/2026

Murcia maps out major nature restoration plans under EU rulesThe Mar Menor, riverbanks and grasslands are among the areas set for environmental recovery Plans are now underway to decide which natural areas in the Region of Murcia will be restored under a major European Union environmental programme, with scientists.. 16/01/2026

Bizum moves into shops with new tap-to-pay featureCaja Rural becomes first banking group to roll out contactless Bizum Pay on mobiles Bizum is about to take a significant step forward in how people pay in Spain, with a new contactless system allowing shoppers to pay in physical stores simply by holding.. 16/01/2026

Murcia and Andalucía face major shortages in residential care places for elderly peopleHigh occupancy in residential care highlights the need for more facilities, while services like Caser Residencial offer alternatives for seniors The Region of Murcia and Andalucía are both struggling to provide enough care home places for their.. 16/01/2026

Spain's inflation eases as Murcia gets a break on bills and basicsThe cost of living across Spain rose 2.7% in 2025, but the Region of Murcia saw smaller price hikes than most other areas Spain ended 2025 with a gentler rise in prices, offering a small relief to households over Christmas after a year of steady inflation.. 16/01/2026

Spain to hand over 17,000 rural properties to aspiring young farmersThe 'Tierra Joven' platform has been launched to help the younger generation in Spain access property and tackle the depopulation crisis The Spanish government is preparing to transfer around 17,000 state-owned rural properties to young farmers.. 15/01/2026

New Spanish V-16 emergency beacon sparks pacemaker safety fearsDoctors warn drivers in Spain with pacemakers to keep emergency beacons away from their chest Spain has introduced plenty of laws that has expats rolling their eyes but the V-16 beacon, introduced on January 1 to replace the old warning triangles.. 15/01/2026

Thousands of Murcia holiday rentals blocked from Airbnb and BookingOne in three applications for holiday rental licences in the Region of Murcia has been turned down More than two thousand holiday homes across the Region of Murcia have been stopped from being advertised on popular booking websites after failing to.. 15/01/2026

Spain crowned best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025A near perfect score put Spain ahead of 63 rival countries for remote working Spain has officially been crowned the best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025, after topping not one but two major international rankings.   The.. 15/01/2026

Spain's best and worst airports for delays revealed in 2025 rankings Millions of passengers were hit by delays and cancellations across Spain last year As another year gets underway, attention is once again turning to how well Europe’s airports are actually performing and Spain, as one of the continent’.. 15/01/2026

Does using car heating waste fuel in Spain? A mechanic has the answerThe science behind why warming up your car during the Spanish winter doesn’t hit your wallet Just as motorists wonder how much blasting the air conditioning during the scorching summer months will cost them in fuel, in winter drivers in Spain.. 14/01/2026