SPANISH LIFESTYLE

Bread, ice, water: what can Spanish restaurants charge extra for?In general, the price of any additional extras must be clearly written on menus in Spain Many diners in Spain have been caught out by unexpected charges being tacked on to the end of a bill, for anything from a basket of bread to a small bowl of olives.. 07/12/2021

Claiming a UK state pension when retiring to SpainBritish citizens can still claim their government pension in Spain and the EU Pension information in Spain can sometimes be confusing for expats. That’s why it helps to have an explainer. Here’s how pensions work for British expats receiving.. 17/11/2021

Healthcare in Spain for expat residents: how to apply for state health coverageExpats with residency who don’t work or claim a Spanish pension can still access public hospitals via the Convenio Especial Foreigners who have been resident in Spain for at least the last 12 months can access state healthcare via the &lsquo.. 09/11/2021

How much does it cost to install solar panels in Spain?Companies that install solar panels in Spain charge upwards of 2,000 euros per kW, depending on the size of the property Solar panels are now amongst the top three home improvement priorities according to a trade survey behind kitchen/bathroom.. 28/10/2021

What to know before installing solar panelsThese are the top things to check before getting solar panels on your property in Spain Installing solar panels on a Spanish property is an increasignly popular way to reduce energy bills and take advantage of the many sunlight hours the country.. 28/10/2021

Torre Pacheco council obliged to refund services charges to Mar Menor Golf Resort AssociationRegional planning laws oblige councils to supply municipal services. Prior to the 2010 economic downturn the construction of golf resorts and urbanisations principally targeting second property owners was at its peak along the Mediterranean coastline, but..

Changes to Spanish electricity tariffs from June 1 will affect everyone in SpainLower voltage tariffs affect practically all Spanish private households. All energy users in Spain will have noticed in recent months that their energy costs have increased significantly due to prices in the wholesale energy market and on June 1 a new billing..

Brits living in Spain for more than 15 years to be given right to vote in UK electionsBritons living in Spain for more than 15 years will be able to vote in local and general elections in the UK  and municipal elections in Spain Three million British citizens living overseas - including Spain - will be given the right to vote.. 28/05/2021

Sources of information and possible help for anyone unemployed in Spain A brief guide to obtaining benefits and help should you need them Needing to work to make a living in a foreign country means navigating your way through unfamiliar bureaucracy in a different language. Knowing the basics of how the system works.. 22/04/2021