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Tourism in Spain hits the brakes after years of rapid growthThe experts say the slowdown is natural and the industry remains in strong shape throughout Spain heading into 2026 Spain’s tourism industry is beginning to slow its pace after several years of rapid post-Covid growth, with new figures showing.. 13/01/2026

Murcia extends mask mandate in healthcare settings for another two weeksThe Region of Murcia will keep facemasks compulsory in hospitals and health centres until January 28 Face masks will remain mandatory in hospitals, health centres and primary care emergency services across the Region of Murcia for another fortnight.. 13/01/2026

Former employees accuse Julio Iglesias of sexual assault at Caribbean homesTwo women say they faced control, intimidation and abuse while working for the singer in 2021 Two former employees of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias have accused him of sexual assault, describing what they say was an atmosphere of fear, control and abuse.. 13/01/2026

Retirees beware: Spanish pension scam letters are back in circulationFraudsters claiming to offer pension increases are targeting retirees in Spain with fake requests for ID and bank details Pensioners across Spain are being warned about a nasty scam that's doing the rounds again this January, just as people are.. 13/01/2026

Murcia cuts red tape to speed up housing constructionThe new law will combine all housing approval steps into a single process, cutting years off construction times The Regional Government of Murcia is taking steps to make building new homes faster and simpler. President Fernando López Miras.. 13/01/2026

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.. 13/01/2026

Landlords in Spain offered 100% tax bonus to freeze rentsThe government has unveiled new measures to tackle soaring rental prices in Spain but faces backlash from left-wing allies President of the Spanish Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major shake-up of Spain's rental market, promising.. 13/01/2026

Endesa Spain suffers a cyberattack and confirms the theft of customer dataNames, contact details, ID numbers and bank account information all across Spain may have been compromised Energía XXI, the main energy supplier for Endesa, one of Spain's biggest electricity and gas companies, has told customers their.. 12/01/2026

Higher motorway tolls are on the way across Spain in 2026Tolls throughout Spain are set to rise by 2% every year until 2032 Drivers using certain Spanish motorways will see tolls rise by 2% each year between now and 2032, following a decision published in the Official State Gazette on December 18 after.. 12/01/2026

Taquilla Tickets launches monthly coach trips to Alhama de Murcia market from FebruaryThe popular Murcia tour operator will run accompanied shopping excursions on the last Tuesday of every month in 2026 Taquilla Tickets is giving bargain hunters and market lovers a new reason to get excited with the launch of monthly coach trips to.. 12/01/2026

Seven earthquakes in Sierra Espuña this Sunday in the space of just a few hoursNone of this Sunday’s earthquakes were large or dangerous The Region of Murcia was the site of several low-magnitude seismic movements this Sunday January 11, in the area just west of Alhama de Murcia in the Sierra Espuña Regional Park.. 12/01/2026

Spanish police warn new V16 beacon could help criminals target stranded driversThe Guardia Civil in Spain has raised concerns about vehicle theft and 'pirate tow trucks' exploiting breakdown locations The highly controversial V16 emergency beacon that became mandatory in Spain on January 1 might not be the safety breakthrough.. 12/01/2026

Why your business should ditch roadside billboards and advertise with Camposol Today insteadCamposol Today gets your business seen by half a million engaged readers from as little as €95 per month Drive along any main road in Spain and you simply can’t miss them. Those massive billboards looming over dual carriageways and.. 09/01/2026

The trick for homeowners in Spain to pay less income tax in 2026What property owners in Spain need to know now to reduce their next Declaración de la Renta It might feel a little bit early but just like every year, the dreaded 2026 income tax return season will be upon us before we know it. Everyone wants to..

Wild boar numbers brought under control around Cartagena after targeted cullsRegional authorities say monitoring continues after dozens of animals captured near urban areas After months of concern and stepped-up measures, regional authorities say the wild boar problem around Cartagena is now largely under control, following a.. 09/01/2026

Three subsidies in 2026 that could reduce the cost of your Spanish home renovationSpain is offering grants of up to 80% and more than €9,000 eurps in tax savings on home improvements The new year is the perfect time to breathe fresh life into your home, but with the cost of everything sky-high right now, any way to save money.. 09/01/2026

2025 becomes the second warmest year on recordGlobally, we’re inching closer to the 1.5°C limit that scientists warn could spell disaster for the planet Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere (NASA) As we wave goodbye to 2025, there is one record nobody.. 09/01/2026

Spain's housing market shows no signs of cooling in 2026After a record-breaking 2025, experts expect growth of more than 6% this year as demand continues to outstrip supply The new year doesn't seem to be bringing a new direction to the real estate market in Spain. After closing 2025 with double-digit.. 09/01/2026

Murcia hospitals at full stretch as post-holiday pressures mountEmergency rooms crowded despite falling flu numbers, with ministers warning of potential post-Christmas spike Hospitals across the Region of Murcia faced a challenging Wednesday this week, with nearly 100 patients left waiting for beds. The hardest hit.. 08/01/2026

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.. 08/01/2026
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