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Fewer road deaths this summer in Spain, especially in Murcia and Valencia regionsDespite improvements during period when record number of journeys were made, interior minister emphasised the importance of vigilance Road fatalities in Spain continued to decline during the summer months of July and August 2025. A total of.. 05/09/2025

Spain to introduce mobile car radars to improve speed monitoringNew ‘radars on wheels’ will join fixed cameras in efforts to reduce road accidents Spain is set to follow France in introducing new mobile speed radars mounted on wheeled platforms, Interior Minister Fernando Grande Marlaska announced on Wednesday.. 05/09/2025

Córdoba's Mosque-Cathedral on course for full restoration by mid-2026Emergency repairs wrap up as detailed restoration plans prepare for Heritage Commission approval The path to restoring Córdoba’s historic Mosque-Cathedral after last month’s fire is becoming clearer. The emergency work there is nearing.. 05/09/2025

Ensign Leonor takes flight at San JavierThe Princess of Asturias begins her final stage of military training as "just another student" with a strong bond to her classmates   Princess Leonor, the Princess of Asturias and heir to the Spanish throne, arrived at the San Javier.. 04/09/2025

55 kilos of cocaine found hidden in Lanzarote holiday apartmentThree men arrested in major drug bust valued at over €1.6 million   Police in Lanzarote have broken up a significant cocaine operation after uncovering 55 kilograms of the drug concealed in a tourist apartment. The arrests followed an investigation..

Spain weekend weather forecast September 4-7: Showers in the north, warmer in the southeastA mixed weekend with showers in the north and warmer sunshine in the southeast As we step into the first weekend of September, Spain’s weather is showing its usual early autumn mix. Atlantic weather systems will bring a mix of showers and storms.. 04/09/2025

Ryanair cuts seats at several Spanish regional airports but some are sparedWinter seat reductions hit several Spanish regional airports amid fees dispute Ryanair, Spain’s largest low-cost airline, is scaling back nearly one million seats across regional airports this coming winter amid a bitter dispute with airport operator.. 03/09/2025

Tenerife volcano registers 90 earthquakes in an hourWhat is behind volcano earthquakes and do they indicate an eruption? A seismic swarm of more than 90 very low magnitude earthquakes was recorded in Mount Teide by the Canary Islands Seismic Network on Saturday afternoon. The movements were.. 03/09/2025

Sánchez heads to London to seal new UK trade pact after Gibraltar breakthroughThe Spanish and British leaders will meet at Downing Street to sign the first formal agreement between the two countries since Brexit Spanish president Pedro Sánchez will travel to London tomorrow, Wednesday September 3, for his first bilateral.. 02/09/2025

Has summer tourism in Spain hit its peak? British visitors keep coming as German and French numbers dropRecord July arrivals put Spain’s tourism sector in the spotlight, but some old favourites are staying away   If you thought British holidaymakers were getting tired of Spain’s sunshine, think again. This July, more than two million.. 02/09/2025

Spain weekly weather forecast September 1-4The north can expect plenty more rain this week, whereas it will be dry and hotting up again in the south The first week of September begins unsettled, with storms, heavy rain and coastal alerts affecting much of northern and eastern Spain. However.. 01/09/2025

Spain's fire season winds down after worst wildfire crisis in decadesThe Civil Protection service has declared the emergency phase over, but warns the risk of forest fires remains high This summer of 2025 has been one of the worst for forest fires in Spain in living memory. As of September 1, the country has now downgraded.. 01/09/2025

Non-EU property owners in Spain can now deduct rental expenses and receive tax rebatesSpain’s National Court has ruled that preventing non-EU property owners from deducting rental expenses violates EU law, a decision which allows non-EU investors to claim substantial tax refunds and reduce future liabilities Until recently, non-EU..

Mercadona Spain announces new opening hours from September 1The Valencian chain will revert to winter hours from the start of next month It seems like only yesterday that Spain’s favourite supermarket extended its opening hours for the summer, giving us later closing times and the options of a leisurely.. 29/08/2025

The way to obtain Spanish citizenship that few people take advantage of and which expires this yearAn extraordinary route to nationality that benefits descendants of Spaniards abroad is still open... but only until October 2025 The Democratic Memory Law, better known as the Grandchildren’s Law, offers a unique opportunity for thousands of.. 29/08/2025

Madrid bans tourist apartments in residential buildingsThe Spanish capital hopes to protect housing for residents and limit tourist rentals with its new ‘Reside Plan’ Madrid has approved the ‘Reside Plan’, a new set of rules that bans tourist apartments from being scattered through.. 28/08/2025

Have you noticed an increase in the number of giant wasps this summer? This is why...The Asian hornet is spreading fast across Spain and worrying farmers and beekeepers alike The sight of a large, copper and yellow hornet buzzing past is becoming more frequent in Andalucía. The oriental hornet, Vespa orientalis, has seen its.. 28/08/2025

Relocation map for migrant children throughout Spain finally confirmedThe Valencian Community and Andalucía are among the regions that will receive the most unaccompanied minors After months of talks and delays, the Spanish government has finally rubber-stamped the decree that will allow unaccompanied migrant.. 27/08/2025

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! This month, our pages are filled with inspirational ideas for your home and garden, together with some wonderful recipes, a what’s on guide, charity information, a business directory and more.. 27/08/2025

Landmark Ryanair and Booking.com agreement makes life easier for travellersSpain says the change will bring "more seamless and transparent booking experiences" for customers Ryanair and Booking.com have reached a historic collaboration that ends years of tension between the two companies. The agreement means that.. 27/08/2025