REGION OF MURCIA, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Brexit has cost Murcia a quarter of its fruit and vegetable exports to the UK, and competitors are filling the gapAs the tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum approaches, new data reveals the lasting damage to one of the region's most important agricultural markets Ten years on from the Brexit vote, the consequences for Murcia's agricultural sector are.. 30/06/2026

Buying from Shein or Temu just got a little more expensive as the EU's new parcel tax kicks in tomorrowA €3 customs charge on small packages from outside the bloc came into force on Wednesday July 1, targeting the flood of cheap imports from China If you have ever ordered something in Spain or elsewhere, from Temu, Shein or AliExpress and marvelled.. 30/06/2026

New AI smart buoys installed to keep watch over the Mar MenorThe high-tech devices will monitor the health of the Murcia lagoon’s water in real time The Mar Menor lagoon has a new set of eyes watching over it, with smart buoys now in place to monitor its condition in real time. It's one of the most.. 30/06/2026

Alhama de Murcia is looking for new owners for two café kiosksThe concession facilities are located in prime spots in El Palmeral and Condado de Alhama Alhama de Murcia is on the hunt for hospitality entrepreneurs to take over two municipal kiosks, with the council now accepting bids for both spaces. Anyone.. 30/06/2026

Fuel prices set to rise but Spain unveils new temporary relief planPetrol and diesel discounts will gradually be phased out across Spain between now and September Spain has moved to soften the impact of rising fuel costs with a new set of temporary discounts after confirming that its existing VAT relief on petrol.. 30/06/2026

Fresh twist in Camposol double murder investigation Despite a report finding no digital link between the suspect and the Camposol crime scene, a judge has refused bail A new expert report has become the latest twist in the investigation into the deaths of two men whose bodies were discovered buried.. 30/06/2026

Eleven drownings already recorded in Murcia before peak season even beginsThe Region has already recorded almost as many drowning deaths as in the whole of last year The number of drowning deaths recorded in the Region of Murcia this year has risen to 11 before the end of June, bringing the total close to the figure recorded.. 29/06/2026

Lightning strikes spark multiple wildfire alerts across Murcia during Sunday stormsFirefighters and helicopters were deployed after lightning strikes ignited vegetation in Moratalla and Lorca Fire in Cerro María, Lorca  The thunderstorms that swept across parts of the Region of Murcia on Sunday June 28 brought.. 29/06/2026

Housing and food now swallow half of Spanish household budgets, new figures revealOfficial statistics show average annual spending has hit a record high, with those on the lowest incomes spending nearly two thirds of everything they have on basic essentials Ask anyone in Spain how they are finding things financially right now and the.. 29/06/2026

Why buying off-plan in Murcia is becoming one of the most popular ways to purchase a new homeJust Murcia Property highlights off-plan homes available across San Pedro del Pinatar, Los Alcázares and Roldán Buying a property off-plan in the Region of Murcia is becoming an increasingly popular option for both international buyers.. 29/06/2026

Expat living abroad? Why a UK lasting power of attorney still mattersElysium Wealth Advisors highlight the key estate planning document many expats in Spain forget For many British expatriates, estate planning begins and ends with preparing a Will. While a Will is undoubtedly essential, it only takes effect after death.. 29/06/2026

Alhama opens renovated summer pools after €263,000 upgradeAlhama’s popular summer pools reopen with new landscaping, better accessibility and modern touches The summer swimming pools at the Guadalentín Sports Complex in Alhama de Murcia will reopen this Monday June 29 following a major renovation.. 29/06/2026

Murcia weekly weather forecast June 29-July 2While some rain is forecast for this week, it will still be very hot and sunny overall Murcia weather forecast, Monday June 29   There is a chance of some rain for the Region of Murcia at the start of this week, with the State Meteorological.. 29/06/2026

Renfe strike today: 320 trains cancelled across Spain as railway workers walk outThe 24-hour action affects high-speed, long-distance, medium-distance and commuter services, with a second strike day already confirmed for July 15 If you're travelling by train in Spain today, check your ticket before you leave the house. The Railway.. 29/06/2026

AI is becoming Spain’s new trusted adviserFrom shopping and job hunting to investing and checking company claims, artificial intelligence is now influencing decisions for millions of people across Spain Artificial intelligence is no longer just a novelty in Spain. According to a new report by.. 26/06/2026

Murcia injects €20 million to tackle soaring waiting lists as more than 204,000 patients queue for careRegional President López Miras used the State of the Region debate to announce an emergency healthcare plan, alongside expanded vaccination programmes and a long-awaited oncology commitment More than 204,000 people in the Region of Murcia are currently.. 26/06/2026

Spain makes LGBTQ+ conversion therapy a criminal offenceAnyone found carrying out the practices in Spain now faces up to two years in prison rather than a fine Anyone who subjects an LGBTQ+ person to so-called conversion practices in Spain now risks a prison sentence, after Congress approved changes to.. 26/06/2026

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

The World Cup is at Espacio Mediterráneo this summerFootball fever has hit the Cartagena shopping centre with games, instant prizes and a whole lot of fun for all the family If you are even slightly caught up in World Cup fever this summer, Espacio Mediterráneo has found a very enjoyable way to.. 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