Spain now has more than 3,600 speed cameras and the number is still growingNearly 1,000 new devices have been added in five years, with average speed cameras seeing the biggest rise of all If you drive regularly in Spain, the chances are there are significantly more cameras watching you than there were even a year ago. New figures.. 26/06/2026

Murcia schools get tough on bullying with new zero-tolerance decreeThe regional government has approved new rules that will see confirmed bullies moved to a different school, or permanently expelled if they are in non-compulsory education The numbers make uncomfortable reading. Last year, 54 confirmed cases of bullying.. 25/06/2026

New €5 beach bus from Alcantarilla to Mazarrón launches this summerThe new service to Bolnuevo will run alongside the existing summer route to Los Alcázares Getting to the beach from Alcantarilla will be a little easier this summer thanks to a new direct bus service linking the town with the coast at Bolnuevo.. 25/06/2026

High temperatures continue in Murcia this weekend - up to 36 degrees! Weather forecast June 25-28The high temperatures that have been present across Europe will abate slightly this weekend, though Murcia remains hot, of course Murcia weather forecast, Sunday June 28   The warm and sunny weather continues in the Region of Murcia this week.. 25/06/2026

Found your dream home in Spain? Don't miss this crucial stepGestoria Carvajal help international buyers understand contracts, protect their interests and purchase property in Spain with confidence   Have you found your perfect property in Spain?   Before signing a reservation agreement.. 24/06/2026

Millions in Spain exposed to air pollution above new EU limitsReport finds 33 million people exposed to air pollution, which is the leading environmental cause of premature death in Spain Around 33 million people in Spain, roughly two out of every three residents, were exposed in 2025 to air pollution levels.. 23/06/2026

Tourists give Murcia a big thumbs up in recent international surveyNew Turespaña data shows 96% of international visitors report being satisfied or very satisfied with their stay in the Region According to the latest Turespaña survey of international tourists, satisfaction levels in the Region of.. 23/06/2026

Murcia forest firefighters threaten strike ahead of peak fire seasonUnion representatives say daily three-hour walkouts could begin later this month after talks with the regional government failed to produce a breakthrough The labour dispute involving Murcia's forest firefighters has entered a critical stage.. 23/06/2026

Workplace accidents in Murcia have soared by more than 120%Prosecutors, unions and the regional government have met to address a worrying rise in occupational injuries and fatalities across the region Thirty-seven people died in workplace accidents in the Region of Murcia in 2025, and the number of non-fatal.. 23/06/2026

Airport Buses launches new routes that make summer travel to Murcia Airport even easierAirport Buses provides straightforward, prebooked air-conditioned transfers linking Murcia Airport with key coastal and inland destinations For anyone living along the Costa Cálida, Costa Blanca or down towards Almería, getting to.. 22/06/2026

Body of missing swimmer recovered after three-day search in ÁguilasEmergency teams recovered the body close to the spot where a young swimmer disappeared after calling for help during an incident off the coast of Águilas last Thursday   The body of a young man who went missing at sea last Thursday.. 22/06/2026

Murcia wildfire brought under control after burning 18 hectares along the River SeguraMore than 50 firefighters, supported by aerial units and civil protection teams, were deployed as the fire spread across both banks of the river Firefighters have brought a major fire under control after it broke out on Saturday June 20 along the.. 22/06/2026

Mazarrón unveils new birdwatching hides at Moreras wetlandsOfficials hope the new facilities will help bring year-round visitors to the Bolnuevo coastline Mazarrón has expanded its nature tourism with the opening of two new birdwatching observatories at the Moreras wetlands in Bolnuevo.  .. 22/06/2026

Lifetime cover and age of enrolment: What you should look for in a health insurance policy Age often influences the conditions of medical insurance policies. For this reason, when choosing private health insurance, it is essential to review the maximum age for enrolment and whether they offer lifetime cover. This is what will provide long-term.. 19/06/2026

King Felipe VI and Princess Leonor take their first flight together in MurciaAs Princess Leonor's military training in San Javier comes to an end, she takes to the skies with her father, King Felipe, for a special joint flight King Felipe VI and Leonor, Princess of Asturias have shared a training flight together for.. 19/06/2026

Murcia has spent €20 million protecting its forests from drought, and there is a 15-year plan to do much moreNearly 12,000 hectares of forest have already been treated since 2025, with hundreds of personnel working daily to prevent decline and reduce fire risk If you have ever driven through the Region of Murcia and admired its pine-covered hillsides, it is.. 19/06/2026

Spring travel from Spain made easier with stress-free airport parking at Murcia and AlicanteAs spring trips and holiday travel ramp up, Seguro Parking offers secure meet-and-greet parking, saving drivers time, money and airport stress Spring is always one of the busiest times of year for travel in Spain, with more people heading off on holidays.. 18/06/2026

Murcia's economy expected to grow faster than the Spanish average in 2026Growth is expected to reach 2.5% in 2026, driven mainly by strong household spending, according to BBVA Research According to forecasts from BBVA Research, Murcia's economy is expected to grow by 2.5% in 2026, slightly above the national average.. 18/06/2026

Wildfire alarms residents and beachgoers in La AzohíaSuspicion abounds as to the cause of the fire in the palm grove of San Ginés La Azohía is a village which normally doesn’t hit the headlines very often, but at approximately 16.00 in the afternoon of Wednesday 17th June it attracted.. 18/06/2026

Seven stork chicks hatch at Terra Natura MurciaThe park confirms the birth of seven wild white stork chicks, adding a new boost to its biodiversity role Terra Natura Murcia has welcomed some very special new arrivals this spring, with seven wild white stork chicks hatching in its facilities... 18/06/2026