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How electric car buying works in 2026New Auto+ Plan brings subsidies, discounts and updated EV rules across Spain Spain’s electric car market continues to grow, supported by both public incentives and a rapid expansion of charging infrastructure. A recent Government push includes.. 21/05/2026

Coastal algae and seagrass removal finally begins in Ãguilas and Los Alcázares Work begins after weeks of delays linked to new environmental rules and permit approvals in Spain Work has finally started along parts of the Murcia coastline to remove algae and seagrass that has built up on beaches in both Los Alcázares.. 21/05/2026

Spain to offer breast cancer screening to women from 45 to 74National health plan expands mammogram age range to improve early detection Women in Spain will soon be able to access breast cancer screening at an earlier age, after the Ministry of Health approved a nationwide expansion of the national screening programme.. 21/05/2026

Temperatures in the 30s and sunny skies: Murcia weekend weather May 21-24The settled, bright and sunny weather will continue throughout the Region of Murcia this weekend Average temperatures expected this Sunda May 24 After months of every kind of weather imaginable being thrown at us, it seems that the summery.. 21/05/2026

Smart cameras are coming to Los Alcázares beaches and high-traffic areas this summerThe €3.15 million EU-funded project will give the town real-time monitoring of its coastline, bike lanes and main roads Los Alcázares is about to get a comprehensive network of smart cameras covering its beaches, seafront promenades, bike.. 21/05/2026

EU enforces single USB-C charger for almost all devices sold in EuropeThe rule is already in force for phones, tablets and laptops in Spain and further afield For a couple of years now, the European Union has been rolling out rules requiring USB-C to be the standard charging port across a wide range of devices, and.. 21/05/2026

Spanish Supreme Court rules that parents can legally challenge a child's right to euthanasiaThe ruling doesn't mean parents can block euthanasia outright, but it does give them the right to request a judicial review Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that parents have the legal right to challenge a decision granting euthanasia to an.. 20/05/2026

Murcia measles outbreak grows as eight new cases are confirmed in AlcantarillaThe latest infections bring the total number of confirmed cases linked to the outbreak to twelve as health officials continue tracing contacts Health authorities in Murcia have confirmed eight new measles cases linked to the outbreak first detected.. 20/05/2026

Bizum starts arriving in Spanish shops and restaurantsMillions of customers could soon be paying in stores with the same app they already use to send money to friends and family Spain’s popular payment platform Bizum has officially started rolling out payments in physical shops and restaurants, marking.. 19/05/2026

Doctors' strike escalates across Spain as talks stall with Health MinistryFourth week of industrial action brings mixed participation and warnings of possible indefinite strike after summer Doctors across Spain have entered the fourth week of strike action this year, with unions warning that “if they don’t negotiate.. 19/05/2026

Murcia's Mediterranean coast under the microscope as toxic microalgae are detectedFindings form part of a Mediterranean study tracking environmental changes linked to rising sea temperatures Murcia's coastline is back in the news for environmental issues, but this time it's not the Mar Menor, it's the Mediterranean.. 19/05/2026

El Corte Inglés slashes prices on 1,300 everyday products and says it's not a one-offWith the cost of living still squeezing household budgets across Spain, the move could have other chains looking over their shoulders Spanish shoppers have had precious little good news on the cost of living front lately, but there is some relief.. 19/05/2026

Terra Natura Murcia opens the water season with a new splash of excitementAqua Natura Murcia has unveiled Tornado, a fast new slide with special effects, a launch offer and a lively opening day Terra Natura Murcia is getting the summer season underway with a new attraction that is sure to catch the attention.. 18/05/2026

La Manga and Cabo de Palos rentals under pressure as summer rush sees homes book out months in advanceEstate agents report that July and August are already almost fully booked, with two-week stays now dominating the market as traditional longer summer holidays fade The holiday rental market in La Manga and Cabo de Palos is heading into summer 2026.. 18/05/2026

Temperatures top 30 degrees as Murcia approaches summer heat: May 18-21 weather forecastMaximum temperatures during the day are forecast to rise above 30ºC/86ºF almost every day from now on Murcia weather forecast, Thursday May 21 It seems like this is it – the proper uphill (or downhill, depending on.. 18/05/2026

Spain is spending €100 million to install hundreds more electric car chargersThe investment targets so-called “shadow zones” across Spain where there are no charge points for miles Switching to an electric car is a big decision, not to mention a huge expense, and one of the things that puts a lot of people off.. 18/05/2026

Spain commits almost €4 million to dog shelters and feral cat coloniesThe new grant programme will help rescue centres and local councils care for abandoned animals across Spain If you're an animal lover, this one will put a smile on your face. The Spanish government has launched a new grant programme worth almost.. 18/05/2026

Spain's new prescription charge system is now in force: Here's what you now pay for medicationFor many people on lower and middle incomes in Spain, the new system works out considerably cheaper Spain's pharmaceutical co-payment system was updated on May 14, so if you buy prescription medication through the public health system, it&rsquo.. 18/05/2026

Your supermarket shop in Spain just got pricier againTomatoes, eggs, fish and even wine have all seen noticeable price rises over the past year Anyone who feels like their weekly supermarket bill in Spain keeps creeping up is probably not imagining it. New figures released by Spain’s National Statistics.. 18/05/2026

Could your fingerprint replace your bank PIN? The new payment trend arriving in SpainFaster checkouts, fewer passwords and a new way to pay that could soon become the norm The days of trying to remember your bank card PIN every time you pay for shopping could eventually be numbered. A growing number of banks and technology companies.. 15/05/2026
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