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Government extends parental leave despite some criticismsCongress approves one more week off for parents alongside two weeks of paid childcare leave Spain’s parliament has given the green light to an extension of parental leave, with maternity leave increased from 16 to 17 weeks and the addition of two.. 10/09/2025

Another setback for Spain's railways as fire shuts down Madrid–Andalucía high-speed serviceFresh delay highlights ongoing concerns about infrastructure reliability and crisis response High-speed train services between Madrid and Andalucía were brought to a sudden standstill for an hour on Tuesday September 9 after a fire broke out in.. 10/09/2025

Spain set to toughen anti-smoking laws with sweeping new restrictionsSweeping changes include fines for parents, expanded smoke-free zones, and big penalties for tobacco promotion Spain’s government is pressing ahead with some of its toughest anti-smoking measures yet, following months of heated debate and building.. 10/09/2025

Spanish airlines fly to the rescue after Ryanair axes 1 million flightsVueling, Iberia Express, Binter and Wizz Air step in to boost routes from Tenerife North and Santiago de Compostela after Ryanair cuts “The king is dead, long live the king.” With that old saying, Spain’s Minister of Transport and.. 10/09/2025

The mortgage hurdle forcing thousands to rent amid soaring house pricesSaving nearly €44,000 upfront is the stumbling block for homebuyers in Spain as rents continue to rise Becoming a homeowner in Spain remains a distant dream for millions, but it's not just about house prices continuing their rapid climb. The.. 09/09/2025

Spain braces for another scorching autumn as temperatures soar above normalDespite cooling Pacific currents, Spain is set for above-average temperatures across the country As the leaves begin to change colour across Europe and we head towards the fall equinox, Spain is preparing for yet another autumn that defies traditional.. 09/09/2025

Irish man kills British woman and injures two others by driving onto pavement in IbizaSuspect was allegedly under the influence of “laughing gas” nitrous oxide, and has been jailed A young British woman has died, another is in a critical condition and a third suffered minor injuries when they were struck by an all-terrain.. 09/09/2025

Autumn in Spain 2025: When it begins and what to expectThe season starts on September 22 with milder weather, fewer rainy days and plenty of sky-watching highlights Spanish summer is slowly coming to an end and autumn is just around the corner. This year it officially begins on Monday September 22 at.. 09/09/2025

Discover El Peñón: Tenerife’s Stunning Shipwreck and Underwater ParadiseA carefully planned sinking has turned a former tugboat off Tenerife into one of the Canary Islands’ most popular diving spots   Off the coast of Tenerife, just a few metres from Tabaiba, lies El Peñón, a 35-metre tugboat resting.. 09/09/2025

Spain's DGT sets clear rules on sunglasses when drivingFines of up to €200 for wearing Category 4 sunglasses while driving or not using prescription lenses if required It’s common to see drivers in Spain sporting sunglasses, especially in the summer months, to shield their eyes from the sun and.. 08/09/2025

West Nile virus returns to Spain, raising health alertFirst case confirmed in Menorca as authorities heighten surveillance to protect residents and tourists The West Nile virus has reappeared in Spain with the first confirmed case detected in an infected horse in Mahon, Menorca. This adds to recent findings.. 08/09/2025

British couple in southern Spain say the “cost of living has gone up, but it’s still cheap”Retired Brits Mal and Bill find freedom and sunshine on Spain’s Mediterranean shores More than 130,000 British nationals over 60 now call Spain home, with most settling along the Mediterranean coast in places like Málaga and Alicante. Among.. 08/09/2025

The best beach in the world is in Spain, according to National GeographicThis sandy stretch in the Canary Islands is “one of the most seductive areas” on the globe Spain’s stunning coastline is no stranger to accolades, with Rodas Beach in the Cíes Islands often topping the rankings. But this time.. 08/09/2025

Own your very own medieval castle in Spain for just 50kFrom a bargain ruin in Castilla-La Mancha to a million-euro fortress in Toledo, three Spanish castles are up for sale If you’ve ever dreamed of living the fairytale life in Spain, you might be surprised to learn it could cost you less than a.. 08/09/2025

Two arrested in Torrevieja for fraud by cloning a telecom company’s websiteVictims in 19 provinces, including Murcia, Alicante and Andalucía, lost a total of about €20,000 Guardia Civil officers have arrested a 44-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman in Torrevieja, on suspicion of 30 frauds using.. 08/09/2025

Sánchez and Starmer seal new UK-Spain pact with Gibraltar breakthrough in sightLeaders align on key policies as new agreement paves the way for historic changes at the Gibraltar border Spanish President Pedro Sánchez travelled to London last Wednesday, September 3, to meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street.. 08/09/2025

Passengers seriously injured in tourist bus crash in BarcelonaThe airport coach, carrying 53 people of different nationalities, flipped over and tumbled down an embankment A serious accident on the C-32 motorway has left several people injured after a tourist coach overturned near the town of Santa Susanna in Barcelona.. 08/09/2025

Ryanair increases bonuses for ground staff who catch passengers with oversized bagsThe budget airline has given boarding gate employees an added incentive to charge people for extra hand luggage Ryanair has decided to give its airport staff a little boost when it comes to spotting cheeky passengers trying to sneak oversized bags.. 08/09/2025

Spain weekly weather forecast September 8-11: Showers in the north and east, sunshine and warmth in the southMixed weather with showers in the north and east, warmer and sunnier in the south   This week across Spain looks mixed with unsettled conditions mainly in northern and eastern areas, while southern and western regions enjoy drier, sunnier spells.. 08/09/2025

Spain’s rail woes call for clear strategy as Renfe and ADIF face mounting challengesRail operators and infrastructure managers need strong coordination and vision to restore public confidence Spain’s railway system is facing persistent problems that highlight the urgent need for a clear, long-term strategy involving both Renfe.. 05/09/2025