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Spain raises the price of certain cigarettesThe price hike has been applied to certain packaged cigarettes and other tobacco products in Spain In a further attempt to cut down on smoking in Spain, the government has increased the price of many packets of cigarettes and tobacco. The price hike.. 29/05/2023

Torre Pacheco Municipal election: PP win the most seats but short of an absolute majorityPP Party increase their share of the vote to gain 5 seats, making a total of 8 but still not enough for outright majority The conservative PP (Partido Popular) Party in Torre Pacheco, led by Pedro Ángel Roca Tornel, collected the most votes in.. 29/05/2023

Region of Murcia election results 2023These are the election results in the major Murcia towns and cities This Sunday May 28, there were municipal and regional elections all around Spain to vote for who will govern in the Ayuntamiento Town Halls and in the governments of the Autonomous.. 29/05/2023

Fines for parking incorrectly at Spanish petrol stationsLeaving your car for too long at a filling station in Spain could lead to a pricey penalty While petrol stations in Spain are built on private property they are still considered spaces for public use, so there are strict protocols that drivers must.. 29/05/2023

Brussels considers granting drought aid to SpainSpain wants Europe to advance funds to help suffering farmers Crucial talks will be held in Brussels this week when the EU Agricultural Ministers meet to discuss the ongoing drought in several member states, including Spain, Portugal and Italy. &.. 29/05/2023

Spain fronts new law against racism with half a million euro finesThe legislation proposes prison sentences for those "uttering expressions that spread hatred based on racism" in Spain Spain has made the headlines for all the wrong reasons this week, with the Brazilian government calling for action over the.. 26/05/2023

Free public buses will run between Murcia, Cartagena and Corvera Airport this summerThe transport links will connect Murcia Airport with the two largest cities in the Region Corvera Airport will have free buses as of Monday June 5, which will operate during the summer months and connect the airport with Murcia city and Cartagena. &.. 25/05/2023

Is Spain a racist country?The well publicised racial attacks on footballer Vinicius Jr have sparked a wider debate about racism in Spain Spain has long been considered the idyllic getaway for expats from all over Europe and the rest of the world, a multi-cultural melting pot.. 25/05/2023

Toupee trick: fraudsters think up ingenious way to pass Spanish theory testNervous motorists go to hair-raising lengths to get their driving licence in Spain Getting a Spanish driving licence can be tricky, as so many British expats can attest to before the long-awaited exchange agreement was made earlier this year. Quite.. 25/05/2023

Flights for 50 euros between Corvera Airport and Barcelona and Madrid launched by Volotea airlinesThe airline will link the Region of Murcia with the capital cities twice a week beginning in December One of the busiest airlines operating at Murcia’s Corvera airport, Volotea, has put 20,000 flights on sale at bargain-basement prices on Thursday.. 25/05/2023

Murcia launches new app to prevent illegal parking in disabled spacesWith the new app, police and traffic wardens will be able to detect people taking advantage of disabled car parking spots A new app has been developed in the Region of Murcia to check the validity of parking cards for reserved on-street parking for.. 24/05/2023

The reason why Spain cannot stop foreigners buying propertyOnly four EU countries have managed to impose restrictions on non-national home buyers The Spanish municipal elections are coming up this weekend and many politicians up and down the country are offering the seemingly impossible to secure votes.. 24/05/2023

This spring will be the driest ever in Spain despite torrential rainsThe period between March and May has recorded the lowest amount of rainfall since 1961 in Spain A DANA storm (Isolated Depression at High Levels) has hit Spain hard this week, drowning parts of the extreme north and southern coasts with more rain.. 24/05/2023

Brazil demands that Spain investigates racial slurs against footballerReal Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. has reportedly suffered “repeated” racist attacks during his time in Spain The Brazilian government issued a statement on Monday May 22 condemning “in the strongest terms” the racist.. 23/05/2023

Seatbelt safety: Who pays the fine if a passenger in Spain forgets to buckle up?In Spain, the driver and all passengers are required by law to wear a seatbelt For decades now it’s been mandatory to wear a seatbelt while driving in Spain and other EU countries, and for most of us, it’s an automatic movement as soon as we..

Small boats to replace defunct La Manga ferry this summerThe new ‘sea taxis’ will be able to hold half the number of people the old ferry could After the Santiago de la Ribera ferry suddenly closed back in December, San Javier council has announced that there will be a replacement as of next month.. 22/05/2023

Spangles Ladies Harmony Chorus continues to sparkle with Murcia concerts and workshopsThe Costa Cálida four-part harmony chorus is looking for a Musical Director and new members Since their busy Christmas season, the ever-popular Spangles Ladies’ Harmony Chorus has concentrated on updating their repertoire with new songs.. 22/05/2023

Ouigo to launch low-cost train service between Murcia and Madrid in 2024The rail operator aims to compete with Renfe to offer the lowest prices and best services in the Region of Murcia Low-cost AVE operator Ouigo has announced plans to connect the Region of Murcia with the Spanish capital from 2024. The subsidiary of.. 22/05/2023

Avoid holiday fines: Complete guide to the 7 tourist rules in Spain you have to know this summerThe dos and don’ts for Brits travelling to Spain that could save you thousands this summer The holiday season is almost upon us and, as always, Spain is expected to be one of the most sought-after destinations for British tourists again this summer..

New study reveals how you can repel mosquitoes this summerCertain over-the-counter soaps in Spain have been found to deter the pesky insects Mosquitoes are arguably the most irritating thing about summer in Spain, their incessant buzzing making sleep next to impossible for many. But have you ever noticed that..
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