ANDALUCIA NEWS

Andalucía weekend weather forecast January 22-25: Wet and windy with mountain snow and yellow alertsYellow warnings for strong winds around Almería, Granada and Málaga, plus snow risks in Granada Following yesterday's coastal alerts, Andalucía faces another unsettled spell with widespread rain, mountain snow and strong coastal.. 22/01/2026

Tourist rentals in Spain drop for the first time in years in the country's most popular holiday hotspotsA new Exceltur report shows how tourist rentals fell nationwide as a result of the new regulations The number of tourist rental properties in Spain’s 25 most visited destinations fell by 4.1% in 2025. This is the first nationwide drop.. 22/01/2026

Train drivers call a general strike from February 9 to 11 following train accidents in Adamuz and GelidaThe Union of Railway Drivers has warned of declining safety standards and announced legal action against those responsible for infrastructure and operations problems Train drivers across Spain have called a three-day general strike from February 9.. 22/01/2026

Musk polls fans on buying Ryanair in O'Leary Wi-Fi feudInsults lift airline bookings as CEO welcomes investment but rules out full takeover The public row between Elon Musk and Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary began on January 14 over Starlink Wi-Fi (SpaceX's satellite internet service) for the airline.. 21/01/2026

Yellow alerts issued across Andalucía for rain, waves and wind this WednesdayWeather warnings activate this afternoon across four coastal areas as changeable weather returns Andalucía wind speeds for Wednesday afternoon   After a start to the week with clear skies, rain returns to Andalucía this Wednesday.. 21/01/2026

Spain will be Europe's fastest growing major economy in 2026, according to IMFOnly the United States is projected to surpass Spain this year among advanced economies Spain is expected to be the fastest growing large economy in Europe in 2026, according to new forecasts from the International Monetary Fund. The IMF has upgraded.. 21/01/2026

Butane cylinder price edges up again for households across SpainA small increase takes the regulated price to €15.58, following higher transport and raw material costs The price of a traditional butane gas cylinder has gone up again in Spain, bringing an end to the brief relief many households felt late last.. 21/01/2026

Spanish telescope discovers new comet after more than 40 yearsCalar Alto’s veteran Schmidt telescope spots rare celestial object during test observations A Spanish observatory has detected its first new comet in over four decades, in what astronomers are calling a “remarkable and unexpected” find.. 21/01/2026

Gibraltar border fence still standing as the wait for change drags onMonths after the political deal, uncertainty grows as visible progress remains elusive Despite the political agreement reached in June, between the European Union, Spain, the United Kingdom and the Government of Gibraltar, which pointed to January as.. 21/01/2026

No more ketchup or sugar sachets in Spanish restaurants after AugustThe EU's new plastic waste rules will force the hospitality industry in Spain to scrap sachets and miniature condiments It’s almost time to say goodbye to those little packets of ketchup, sugar and salt that clutter up restaurant tables.. 21/01/2026

Death toll rises to 43 days after Córdoba train tragedy as Spain declares three days of mourningAuthorities have warned that the number of victims may still increase as rescue work continues Nuestras labores de investigación, apoyo y seguridad tras el accidente ferroviario de #Adamuz no cesan, el trabajo conjunto con compañeros de.. 20/01/2026

Cruise HR boss sues P&O for £9.7m after ship toilet fallWheelchair claim challenged by video of claimant walking freely at home A former HR manager at P&O Cruises is seeking £9.7 million in damages from the company's parent, Carnival Plc, after slipping in a toilet on the MV Britannia cruise.. 20/01/2026

What caused the Córdoba train crash? These are the main hypotheses so far...Investigators are focusing on possible infrastructure or mechanical failures as the cause of the accident As Spain continues to mourn the victims of the deadly train crash near Adamuz, Córdoba on Sunday January 18, the question now becomes.. 20/01/2026

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

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

Trains between Madrid and Andalucía could be disrupted until February 2: What to do if your train has been cancelledMore than 200 services are affected by the suspension of rail traffic between Madrid and the cities of Sevilla, Córdoba, Málaga and Huelva High speed rail links between Madrid and several major cities in Andalucía remain suspended.. 20/01/2026

Half of Andalusian workers unhappy with pay but benefits soften the blowFlexible working and social perks help ease salary dissatisfaction in a region facing rising costs Half of Andalusian professionals say they are dissatisfied with their salaries, making it the third-highest region in Spain for pay discontent. 50.26% of.. 19/01/2026

Death toll rises to 39 in Spain's worst train accident for over a decadeSpecial hotlines have been set up for passengers and their families #AccidenteFerroviario | Más de 220 guardias civiles, pertenecientes a unidades de Seguridad Ciudadana, Agrupación de Tráfico, GRS y del Servicio Aéreo, contin.. 19/01/2026

€730,000 for emergency works to fix storm damaged roads in Málaga provinceRepairs under way on five routes in Guadalhorce and Serranía de Ronda after landslips and embankment collapses The Málaga provincial authorities are rolling out emergency repairs on five rural roads after the recent storms left embankments.. 19/01/2026