REGION OF MURCIA, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Should Brits resident in Spain still have their passports stamped at the airport? Here's the truth...Some people who shouldn't do are still getting stamps in their passports when they cross international borders as the rules around the new Entry/Exit System are not yet clear to all Confusion and consternation among British travellers about passport.. 16/12/2025

Almost half of drivers killed in Murcia in 2024 had alcohol or drugs in their systemTraffic chiefs launch new campaign as shocking figures reveal the deadly mix of drink, drugs and driving Nearly half of the drivers killed on roads in the Region of Murcia in 2024 had been drinking or taking drugs, according to worrying new figures released.. 16/12/2025

Spanish scientists create first Iberian Lynx embryos in laboratory breakthroughThe new reproductive technology could prevent inbreeding as lynx populations across Spain face ongoing threats Spanish scientists have achieved a world first by successfully creating Iberian lynx embryos in the lab, offering new hope for a species.. 16/12/2025

Christmas holidays and final public holidays for 2025 in MurciaHere’s when schools break up and which towns still have one more festive day off With Christmas fast approaching, families across the Region of Murcia are getting ready to wind down, finalise travel plans and make the most of the festive season... 16/12/2025

Electric scooters in Spain will need mandatory civil liability cover from January 2In 2026, any riders in Spain caught without insurance will face fines of up to €1,000 For drivers, the start of the new year brings the much talked about V-16 beacons which will replace the old emergency triangles across Spain. But there&rsquo.. 16/12/2025

Spain launches €60 monthly travel pass for unlimited rail and bus journeysThe new flat-rate ticket will cover commuter trains and state buses across Spain from mid-January Spain is about to introduce a nationwide travel pass that will allow unlimited journeys on commuter trains, regional rail services and state-run buses.. 16/12/2025

Renfe offers free changes and refunds as weather alerts disrupt southeast travelPassengers travelling through Valencia, Murcia and Almería can alter or cancel tickets at no extra cost during the Aemet alert Renfe has confirmed that passengers affected by severe weather warnings in parts of southeastern Spain can change or.. 15/12/2025

Old Covid masks may not protect you as flu cases surge across SpainWhy health experts are warning that face coverings from 2020 could now be ineffective as flu levels climb As flu cases continue to rise sharply across Spain, health experts are urging people to think twice before relying on face masks left over from the.. 15/12/2025

Yecla police recognised for their rescue volunteer work during the Valencia DANAYecla officers were among the 900 honoured in Paiporta for their role in emergency response efforts The Local Police of Paiporta in Valencia honoured more than 900 police officers from across Spain last Friday December 5, recognising their outstanding.. 15/12/2025

Ayuntamiento de Murcia anticipates €16m in fines next yearTraffic offences to lead rise from 2025 forecast of €14.8m The Ayuntamiento de Murcia has projected €15,821,000 in fines revenue for its 2026 budget, an increase of around €1 million from this year's €14.8 million estimate. The.. 15/12/2025

Team Decklid donates €2,030 to MABS MazarrónAnother generous donation from the Mazarrón garage supporting Race for Life 2025   Decklid Auto Services has made another generous contribution to the local community, delivering €2,030 in sponsorship funds raised for Race for Life.. 15/12/2025

Celebrate Christmas with exclusive offers at Instituto Dermoestético by CAMESeasonal discounts are available on popular treatments until December 20 The team at Instituto Dermoestético by CAME would like to wish all their loyal clients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and to thank them for the trust they have.. 15/12/2025

Fourth lane on Murcia-Cartagena A‑30 motorway moves forwardContract signed to add a fourth lane between southern Murcia and the MU‑30 junction Back in April, the Ministry of Transport announced plans to add a fourth lane on the A‑30 between southern Murcia and the MU‑30 junction near Alcantarilla.. 15/12/2025

Águilas looks to grow and modernise its tourist accommodationA new study has revealed that Águilas needs more beds to meet demand during the peak season Águilas Town Council has completed a study looking at how to increase and improve tourist accommodation in the municipality. The aim is to help.. 15/12/2025

More rain forecast for the entire week: Murcia weather forecast December 15-18Stay safe out there and don’t travel on the roads when there are weather alerts active unless absolutely unavoidable Murcia weather forecast, Monday December 15   There were dramatic last-minute warnings of heavy rain issued by the.. 15/12/2025

13 typical stews and casseroles in the Region of Murcia!A range of traditional one-pot dishes characterizes different areas of the Costa Cálida and Murcia Whether you want to call them stews, casseroles or hotpots, the dishes made by “throwing everything in the pot” are among the most characteristic..

The different kinds of visas to live in Spain and how to get themA guide to options for gaining residency status to live in Spain If you are not an EU citizen and want to live in Spain, you are going to need a visa. Since 2013 and up until May 2025, the ‘Golden Visa’ was a simple and popular.. 15/12/2025

Murcia residential golf resorts are back in a big way, but is it all good news?It's the culmination of a dream for the Region, and a luxury living project that began 20 years ago, but property prices have risen close to pre-financial crash levels Twenty years ago, the Region of Murcia was riding high on a wave of golf resort..

Spain's public health leans heavily on private handsMinistry report reveals 30% of hospitals now privately run, with billions in public spending A new report from Spain's Ministry of Health lays bare a big shift in how public healthcare is delivered. Three out of every ten public hospitals are now..

Mar Menor begins showing early signs of recoveryNew IEO findings point to the first modest recovery of native seagrass since the 2016 collapse The poor old Mar Menor may finally be turning a corner. A new report from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO-CSIC) shows the first.. 12/12/2025