MURCIA REGION

Supermarkets and shops that will open in Spain this Saturday November 1‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday throughout Spain on November 1, so many stores will remain closed November 1, the day after Halloween, is a national holiday in Spain every year. Every region and town in Spain has a local holiday on.. 30/10/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast October 30 - November 2: Cloud, rain and autumn breezesA blend of cloud cover, light rain and refreshing coastal breezes keeping temperatures mild Autumn is really settling in across Andalucía. Expect more clouds, some light rain, and fresh breezes coming off both the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts.. 30/10/2025

12 ways to keep your Halloween fun, safe and friendly to your walletPractical tips for costumes, makeup and savings so your celebrations won’t come back to haunt you It’s that time of year when witches and wizards of all ages dust off their costumes for another night of Halloween fun. Whether you’ll.. 30/10/2025

Incredibly rare white Iberian lynx photographed in AndaluciaThe striking pale lynx has captivated Spain, though experts say the colour change is temporary When nature photographer Ángel Hidalgo captured images of a snow-white Iberian lynx in Jaén province on October 22, the photos spread like.. 30/10/2025

Halloween in Spain and why November 1 is a public holiday‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday in Spain on November 1... find out why, and what is so special about this Spanish holiday November 1 is a national holiday in Spain every year, but why is the day after Halloween a Spanish public holiday.. 30/10/2025

Spain's new phone app will save you money every time you refuelRuta-E shows real-time prices at petrol stations and electric charging points across Spain There’s no denying the fact that we all want to pay as little as possible when filling up the tank or charging our car battery. Nobody enjoys watching.. 30/10/2025

Double the fines in Spain for parking in disabled spotsSpain plans to increase the penalty from €200 to €500 Unfortunately, we've all seen it. Someone nipping into a disabled parking space for "just a minute" while they run an errand, completely oblivious to the person with mobility.. 30/10/2025

WATCH: Cars submerged and streets underwater as freak storm hits AndalucíaMore than 1,300 incidents were reported over the driving winds and rain, the majority in Sevilla and Huelva   ⛔️Nunca cruces por zonas anegadas. ✋Evita el tránsito en zonas próximas a los cauces, especialmente si está.. 30/10/2025

Six months after Spain's blackout: Higher bills, grid problems and no answersWhat’s changed since the big power cut in April Back in April, Spain experienced its biggest power blackout in decades. On Monday April 28, millions of people across the country were left without electricity for up hours. The blackout happened because.. 29/10/2025

How to check what last-minute budget Imserso holidays are still availableImserso trips for pensioners are selling out fast, but there are still some bargain holidays available across Spain The Imserso tourist scheme is a Spanish government-subsidised holiday programme for pensioners and retirees, offering heavily discounted.. 29/10/2025

Spain backs EU decision to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2035Paris and Madrid both agree the 2035 target must be maintained, but call for "made in Europe" incentives to help the struggling automotive industry Spain and France have this week thrown their support behind the EU's controversial 2035.. 29/10/2025

One year on from Spain's deadly DANA, the storm that killed over 200 people in Valencia and caused more than €10 billion in damageOne year after the catastrophic floods that devastated the province of Valencia and other parts of Spain, many residents are still struggling to rebuild their lives while communities mourn the 229 victims lost to the deadliest storm in recent history.. 29/10/2025

Andalucía's first 'Green MOT' vehicle inspection station will reduce journeys and support electric vehiclesThe energy efficient facility is to be built in La Línea de la Concepción, one of the area’s busiest areas for vehicle inspections Andalucía’s regional government has agreed to build its first “sustainable&rdquo.. 29/10/2025

Record-breaking drug bust in Cádiz uncovers 20 tons of hashish hidden among peppersTwenty arrested as police dismantle two drug trafficking operations targeting Europe via refrigerated trucks In a major breakthrough, Spanish police have intercepted a staggering 20 tons of hashish concealed inside refrigerated trucks transporting green.. 29/10/2025

These are the Sundays and public holidays that shops in Andalucía will open in 2026The 16 approved dates cover key sales seasons, long weekends and the Christmas holidays Shoppers in Andalucía can plan ahead for 2026, as the regional government has now confirmed the 16 Sundays and public holidays when businesses will be allowed.. 29/10/2025

Are moths munching your wardrobe? Here’s how to keep your clothes safe this autumnPractical tips for stopping autumn’s tiniest home invaders in their tracks If summer’s giant moth invasion across Spain surprised you, don’t let autumn’s smaller but just as hungry offenders ruin your favourite jumper. Clothes moths..

Ryanair will no longer accept paper boarding cards from next monthThe budget airline is going fully digital in November so customers won’t be issued physical boarding passes Budget airline Ryanair has been quietly working away in the background to make the switch and the date is almost upon us: from Wednesday.. 28/10/2025

The real Robocop lands in Spain: Granada to purchase a humanoid police robot to control trafficThe AI-powered robot will assist officers as part of a pilot project promoting innovation in public services In 1987, the cult classic film Robocop saw a half-man, half-machine law enforcer clean up the crime-ridden streets of Detroit, issuing justice.. 28/10/2025

Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia join forces to fight cuts to water supplyThe regional governments have called for urgent talks over plans to reduce the water transfer to southern Spain In a last-ditch attempt, the regional governments in Murcia, the Valencian Community and Andalucia, along with the Syndicate of Irrigators.. 28/10/2025

Spain sets November deadline for families to assess risks for domestic workersNew rules mean employers must complete occupational risk surveys and implement safety measures in the home There are nearly 350,000 women registered as domestic workers in Spain, according to the Ministry of Labour, and another 115,600 working in homes.. 27/10/2025