Eighty per cent healthy snacks: New rules to clear junk food from hospital vending machinesMinistry of Consumer Affairs puts patients and visitors first with fresh decree for hospitals and care homes The Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs is ready to crack down on vending machines in hospitals and nursing homes, mandating that at least 80.. 02/12/2025

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats Are you planning to move to Spain and looking for a health insurance policy specifically designed for expats? We understand that such an abundance of information can be overwhelming, particularly when you wish to make a decision as quickly as possible.. 02/12/2025

This weekend is a puente in Spain: How many days off are there and where?The 'puente de diciembre' is a major weekend for travel in Spain, with thousands of cars hitting the roads Plaza de la Constitución in Cádiz, celebrating the landmark 1812 constitution   Every year in Spain, the weekend.. 02/12/2025

V-16 emergency light prices shoot up in Murcia as stock runs outThe shortage has led to a glut of fake beacons flooding the market in the Region of Murcia Well aware that the January 2026 deadline is rapidly approaching, drivers in the Region of Murcia have been hit with V-16 fever and are racing to the shops.. 02/12/2025

Could 2025 be the most expensive Christmas Spain has ever seen?Consumers in Spain are facing an average price increase of 16% on a dozen basic festive food products Families across Spain are bracing for what could be the costliest Christmas on record. Inflation may have eased slightly in recent months, dropping.. 01/12/2025

Murcia photo of the month December 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Members from LADCC were certainly moving and shaking it this month with a competition title of ‘Movement and/or Action’ for them.. 01/12/2025

December supermoon: A celestial showstopper we won't see again until 2042The last full moon of the year will be larger and brighter than usual, visible from Spain on the night of December 4-5 Star gazers are in for a treat this week as the final full moon of the year puts on a spectacular show. The December supermoon.. 01/12/2025

Flu reaches epidemic levels in SpainA new, more contagious strain of flu is running rampant in Europe Christmas will be here before we know it and the last thing anybody wants is to be sick during the busy festive season. Unfortunately for many of us, this may be unavoidable as flu.. 01/12/2025

Temperatures continue to drop as rain forecast: Murcia weekly weather December 1-4It will be mostly sunny in the Region of Murcia at the beginning of this week, but there is rain forecast for a couple of days this week... Hello, December! The final month of the year starts chilly in the Region of Murcia, as well it should, but.. 01/12/2025

New statue and mural adorn the fishing jetty in Puerto de MazarrónThe decorative elements pay tribute to local fishermen and the Virgen del Carmen The Town Hall of Mazarrón has unveiled two major new landmarks to honour and recognize the local fishermen and their traditions in Puerto de Mazarrón. The.. 29/11/2025

Spanish airport authority fined €10 million for using facial recognition scannersAena insists that passengers across Spain gave their consent and that their personal data was never at risk Spain's airport operator Aena has been hit with a hefty €10 million fine over its facial recognition systems, which have become a.. 28/11/2025

Alhama de Murcia Christmas 2025: Full programme of eventsAlhama is ready to step into the festive season with music, lights and lots of tradition The highly anticipated 2025 Christmas programme of events for Alhama de Murcia is finally here and packed full with exciting events and activities for the whole.. 28/11/2025

Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come JanuaryCertain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes the only legal device for signalling breakdowns and accidents on Spanish.. 27/11/2025

Read the December edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the December issue of Home & Living!   This edition is full of inspiring ideas for Christmas, including festive decor, party wear, how to ‘dress’ your table for Christmas lunch, hairstyles, recipes and so much more..... &.. 27/11/2025

Fresh food takes centre stage this Christmas as supermarkets double down on Spanish favouritesWhile Brits reach for the turkey, Spain’s festive tables lean heavily on seafood, fresh meat and ready-made classics Anyone who has spent a Christmas in Spain knows that the festive menu here looks very different from the British obsession with.. 25/11/2025

Lords Removals: The family firm that goes far beyond moving and storageThis family-run business with bases in the UK and Costa Cálida has built a reputation on personal service and going the extra mile There's a moment that perfectly captures what makes Lords Removals different from your average moving company.. 25/11/2025

Camposol anti-Biogas Platform raises funds with Gofundme pageThe Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas, promoted by the GREEN CAMPOSOL Association, has launched a Gofundme page and needs your support Existing biogas plant in Llano de Brujas, Murcia   The Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas, promoted.. 25/11/2025

Renfe launches Black Friday sale with tickets from €7 to kick off 2026 travelThousands of discounted high-speed and long-distance train tickets available until 30 November for journeys starting January 8 Renfe has launched its Black Friday campaign early this year, offering thousands of discounted tickets across its high-speed.. 25/11/2025

Iryo braces for staff strike: Essential train services to continue over the next fortnightOperator maintains 73% minimum train services amid union strike action, promising passenger support and alternative travel options As the year nears its close, the high-speed train operator Iryo is preparing for strike action that could impact travel.. 24/11/2025

Cutting off utilities to squatters in Spain will no longer be a crimeIf passed, the new law means homeowners of occupied properties across Spain will be able to cut water, gas and electricity In 2024 alone, 16,400 cases of squatting and breaking and entering were reported in Spain, the third highest figure ever. Homeowners..