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How to check what last-minute budget Imserso holidays are still availableImserso trips for pensioners are selling out fast, but there are still some bargain holidays available across Spain The Imserso tourist scheme is a Spanish government-subsidised holiday programme for pensioners and retirees, offering heavily discounted.. 29/10/2025

Spain backs EU decision to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2035Paris and Madrid both agree the 2035 target must be maintained, but call for "made in Europe" incentives to help the struggling automotive industry Spain and France have this week thrown their support behind the EU's controversial 2035.. 29/10/2025

Fewer birds stopping off at Isla Grosa as migration numbers fall by halfHuman activity and changing conditions take their toll on nature’s tiny travellers Just 2.5 kilometres off La Manga’s coast lies Isla Grosa, a small volcanic island and a vital pit stop for migratory birds on their long journeys between Europe.. 29/10/2025

Region of Murcia public holiday calendar 2026 released already: These are the 12 national and regional festivos next yearIn addition to these dates, there will also be two local holidays which will be decided by each municipality in the Region Each year, the Region of Murcia has over a dozen public bank holidays for the various fiestas dotted throughout the calendar.. 29/10/2025

Matavendimia wine festival a great success in Jumilla!Over 5,000 visitors on the Saturday alone including various from northern Europe and the UK! Despite the arrival of light rain on Sunday the 4th edition of the weekend’s Matavendimia celebrations in Jumilla, where they are held to celebrate the.. 29/10/2025

Lorca tourist office returns to the Palacio de GuevaraThe old premises in the building were closed following damage in the 2011 Lorca earthquakes After an absence of 14 years a branch of the Lorca tourist office is reopening on the ground floor of the Palacio de Guevara, otherwise known as the “Casa.. 28/10/2025

Are moths munching your wardrobe? Here’s how to keep your clothes safe this autumnPractical tips for stopping autumn’s tiniest home invaders in their tracks If summer’s giant moth invasion across Spain surprised you, don’t let autumn’s smaller but just as hungry offenders ruin your favourite jumper. Clothes moths..

Ryanair will no longer accept paper boarding cards from next monthThe budget airline is going fully digital in November so customers won’t be issued physical boarding passes Budget airline Ryanair has been quietly working away in the background to make the switch and the date is almost upon us: from Wednesday.. 28/10/2025

Murcia celebrates history with 67 new building protectionsThe Ayuntamiento plans to safeguard iconic city landmarks from demolition and insensitive development Murcia city has taken a major step to protect its unique architectural heritage, as the Ayuntamiento unveiled plans to give nearly 70 city buildings.. 28/10/2025

Recycle your cooking oil and earn credit at Repsol stations across MurciaDrop off your used oil at participating stations across the Region of Murcia and receive credit for refuelling, charging or shopping Fuel giant Repsol has launched a new initiative in the Region of Murcia to make recycling used cooking oil easier.. 28/10/2025

Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia join forces to fight cuts to water supplyThe regional governments have called for urgent talks over plans to reduce the water transfer to southern Spain In a last-ditch attempt, the regional governments in Murcia, the Valencian Community and Andalucia, along with the Syndicate of Irrigators.. 28/10/2025

Restoration work begins at the church of Santa María in LorcaThe church is one of the oldest still standing in Lorca and dates back to the late 15th century Work has begun in the city of Lorca to restore the main façade of the former church of Santa María, now the home of the CiuFRONT history museum.. 28/10/2025

Águilas presents 2026 Carnival poster 4 months in advance!Preparations are already under way in Águilas for the biggest Carnival fiesta in the Region of Murcia We are still two months away from Christmas and many shops in Spain haven’t even started selling decorations, full as they are with Halloween.. 28/10/2025

Spain sets November deadline for families to assess risks for domestic workersNew rules mean employers must complete occupational risk surveys and implement safety measures in the home There are nearly 350,000 women registered as domestic workers in Spain, according to the Ministry of Labour, and another 115,600 working in homes.. 27/10/2025

Have both umbrellas and sunglasses at the ready: Murcia weekly weather forecast October 27-30Patchy cloud, bursts of rain and breezy spells for coastal towns As October winds down, the Region of Murcia serves up an autumn blend of gentle breezes, passing showers and some lingering sunshine. It’s a week where you’ll want both your umbrella.. 27/10/2025

Flu cases are skyrocketing in Spain: what are the symptoms and how to tell it apart from Covid?Flu infections are soaring across Spain this autumn, with experts warning of a tough season ahead Spain is seeing a sharp rise in flu cases as autumn settles in, with some municipalities reporting levels far higher than last year. After years of focusing.. 27/10/2025

Wildlife in flight as Mar Menor faces new oxygen crisisScientists raise alarm as water stratification and lack of oxygen threaten the lagoon’s southern ecosystems For years, Mar Menor has been under siege from recurring environmental problems: pollution, floods, and declining water quality. Now, worrying.. 27/10/2025

Fall back: Don't forget the clocks change in Spain this weekendThe clocks will go back this coming Sunday as Spain switches from summer to winter time Summer in Spain has drawn to a close and most of us have returned to our normal rhythm and routine after the holidays. With the days already getting shorter, the.. 24/10/2025

No need to worry: V-16 emergency beacons are safe despite fears of overheatingDrivers in Spain must carry the new lights next year but fears grow over overheating and battery explosions In less than three months, drivers across Spain will be required to carry a V-16 warning light in their cars as part of the new DGT 3.0 safety.. 24/10/2025

Murcia moves to protect health staff as attacks hit record highNew cameras, panic buttons and stricter rules aim to curb violence in hospitals and clinics across the region During 2024, a total of 778 healthcare workers suffered some type of assault in the Region of Murcia. This is a 27% rise compared to the previous.. 24/10/2025