ANDALUCIA NEWS

La Línea calls for guarantees as Gibraltar border agreement moves closerLocal leaders welcome historic changes but warn the town must not shoulder the economic impact alone The proposed changes to the Gibraltar border are being described as historic, but leaders in neighbouring La Línea de la Concepción are.. 10/03/2026

Pressure grows as Málaga-Madrid AVE disruption passes one monthPP’s Elías Bendodo says delays fixing collapsed wall are costing the Costa del Sol more than €200 million More than a month after direct high-speed rail services between Málaga and Madrid were halted, criticism is mounting over.. 10/03/2026

Track Renfe trains live from your phoneNew website shows real-time positions for high-speed and long-distance services Renfe has rolled out a handy new website across Spain, where you can follow high-speed, long-distance and medium-distance trains in real time. It's a step up in keeping.. 10/03/2026

The playas de Garrucha, Cuevas and Vera in Almería are all eroding into the sea. Here's how ecologists want to restore themA new coastal restoration plan aims to protect beaches between Garrucha and the Almanzora river with breakwaters and fresh sand The beaches along the levante stretch of the Almería coast are slowly slipping away. Year after year, waves and.. 09/03/2026

Andalucía weekly weather forecast March 9-12: Chilly start, then brighter and milderCold air, mountain snow and rain giving way to warming sunshine by midweek After a cooler, cloudy and wet few days, the start of this week in Andalucía keeps things on the unsettled and rather chilly side, especially inland and in the east.. 09/03/2026

A century of change: The journey of Spanish women at workAs International Women’s Day approaches, the evolution of women’s working lives in Spain reveals how resilience, reform and education reshaped the country’s workforce. As Spain prepares to mark International Women’s Day on March.. 06/03/2026

Middle East airspace crisis leaves Spain travellers in limbo: Your refund rights explainedOCU reminds travellers to and from Spain that airlines must still rebook or refund tickets The conflict in the Middle East is now having a direct impact on travellers to and from Spain, with flight cancellations leaving families separated and holiday.. 06/03/2026

Spain's miserable winter weather could finally be coming to an end, according to the UNLa Niña, which has been driving unpredictable weather across Spain and much of the world, could give way to calmer conditions between March and May It feels like Spain's weather has been all over the place since the start of the year. Warm.. 06/03/2026

International Women's Day approaches with a mixed picture on equalityNew survey shows 42% of women feel unsafe walking alone at night as marches gear up Sunday March 8 marks International Women's Day in Spain, a time to celebrate progress while facing ongoing challenges. Though positive steps have been taken, a new.. 06/03/2026

Aldi marks 500 stores in Spain with expansion plans centred on southern growthSeven new openings and around 150 jobs planned for Andalucía as the discount chain continues gaining shoppers across Spain Aldi has reached a significant milestone in Spain with the opening of its 500th store, choosing the Málaga municipality.. 05/03/2026

Spanish electricity prices hit their highest prices since JanuaryHouseholds across Spain saw their megawatt price surge by almost 100% overnight The average cost of electricity on the wholesale market shot up by an incredible 98.8% on Wednesday March 4, reaching €56.51 per megawatt hour (MWh) across Spain.. 05/03/2026

Málaga property prices jump 62% in five years as affordability crisis deepensNew figures show a typical 90m² home now costs more than €310,000, far outpacing the national average Anyone hoping that property prices along the Costa del Sol might cool down will be disappointed by the latest figures. Málaga has recorded.. 05/03/2026

Top five advantages of living in SpainNeed convincing of reasons to move to Spain? Here are five to get you started... Spain is one of the countries most sought after by expatriates. In fact, it ranks 10th globally. The reasons are numerous: a warm climate, a relaxed pace of life, promising.. 05/03/2026

How elderly care trends are developing in Spain: From traditional residences to innovative home solutionsLike many countries, Spain has an ageing population, and the care sector for the third age is rapidly evolving to reflect that Spain’s elderly care sector is evolving rapidly as the population ages and, while traditional residential homes remain.. 05/03/2026

Digital life in Spain is getting easier for expatsFrom banking apps to online shops, settling in has never been simpler Moving to Spain used to mean choosing between stunning views and everyday conveniences like fast internet or familiar services. Those days are fading fast. Whether you're in a bustling.. 04/03/2026

Spain bucks global trend as child obesity rates dip2.1 million kids affected but numbers set to fall further Spain stands out in the latest World Obesity Atlas 2026, released today on World Obesity Day, as one of just 15 countries worldwide to see a drop in childhood obesity and overweight rates among.. 04/03/2026

Costa del Sol city to fine dog owners up to €750 for not washing away urineFuengirola town hall has made rinsing dog wee with water and vinegar compulsory Dog owners in Fuengirola could soon face fines of up to €750 if they don’t wash away their pet’s urine in the street.   The town hall has announced.. 04/03/2026

Andalucía's tourist rentals face shutdown over red tape crisis85% of legal homes risk closure as registration deadline passes Owners of tourist apartments across Andalucía are raising alarms, with nearly 85% of legally licensed properties unable to operate this month amid what they describe as a massive bureaucratic.. 04/03/2026

Breathless in Jerez: The Corrs confirm one-night-only Andalucía showFrom talking on corners to the Tío Pepe Festival stage in Jerez, as The Corrs return to Spain this August for a single summer show There’s no need to listen to the Radio as The Corrs are bringing their unmistakable Irish sound to Jerez on August..

So much disruption is expected to Spanish trains that Renfe is creating its own bus replacement companyThe rail giant invests €61.5 million to ensure smoother alternative transport as competition heats up Renfe has announced a major shake-up to its approach in managing disruptions in Spain. The rail operator will create its own bus company in a bid.. 04/03/2026