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Break-outs and further boatloads; irregular migrants continue challenging efforts to contain Covid

Dozens of irregular migrants reach the Murcian coast in small boats

Organised assault by migrant mafias on Murcia, Almería and Alicante

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Number of new covid cases in Murcia region on Tuesday slightly lower than Monday The total number of active cases is now 746 30 new positives have been reported within the last 24 hours in the Region of Murcia, and although this is still a large number of cases for the region, is the lowest figure reported for the last seven.. 04/08/2020

Mazarrón installs Punto Covid as cases rise to 65 The majority of cases are focused around agricultural company Susaña Mazarrón council will be opening a dedicated “Covid point” in the Health Centre of Mazarrón town from 5pm Tuesday evening onwards, as part of measures.. 04/08/2020

Reforestation plan to minimize runoff in the Mar MenorThe regional Government is seeking state support to re-landscape the agricultural exclusion zone around the Mar Menor At the moment the Mar Menor has been holding its own against the algal growth which threatened to overwhelm it earlier this spring.. 04/08/2020

Firemen the only way to extract the leg of this lady in Santiago de la Ribera Somehow the lady concerned had managed to get her leg trapped between two metal plates Emergency Services are called to deal with a wide range of incidents in the course of a working week, but this has to be one of the most unusual! The lady.. 04/08/2020

Break-outs and further boatloads; irregular migrants continue challenging efforts to contain CovidOver 40 of the economic migrants who have reached the Murcian coastline in pateras during the last 10 days have tested positive for Covid and the authorities are struggling to enforce a 14 day quarantine for their travelling companions. During.. 03/08/2020

Helicopter rescues injured walker in Blanca Rescuers suspect a fracture of the leg or ankle Just before lunchtime on Monday, the 112 Emergency Rescue Services were called out to assist a walker in a mountainous area of the Carretera de la Estación, in picturesque Blanca (heart of the.. 03/08/2020

Free parking times for blue ORA parking in Murcia and Cartagena during AugustIn Murcia City ORA parking is free throughout August, but in Cartagena parking must be paid for in the mornings. During August it’s customary for the blue managed parking zones in the cities of the region to be free of charge for either all.. 03/08/2020

Boss of illegal agricultural worker who died from heatstroke faces criminal investigation Image: Archive. Agricultural workers picking watermelons in the full summer sun. The 42 year-old Nicaraguan man was dumped outside a health centre on Friday afternoon and died shortly afterwards Cases like this spotlight the abuses within the.. 03/08/2020

Los Alcázares awards diplomas for the peques who stayed at home during lockdown The younger generation faced particular challenges during lockdown and the council is awarding a special diploma in recognition of their great efforts Lockdown has been a strange experience for all of us, impacting on different sectors of the population.. 03/08/2020

Bittersweet delivery of much-needed vehicle for MABS Cancer FoundationThis volunteer-run charity provides support for cancer patients right through the year and across the region. MABS provides a superb respite facility for cancer patients and their carers in the Murcia region, run entirely by volunteers and funded.. 03/08/2020

131 new cases of Covid in the Murcia Region this weekend Mazarrón showed a significant increase on Sunday; Torre Pacheco and Caravaca have joined the outbreaks list 48 new Covid cases in Murcia Region on Saturday 83 new cases on Sunday Total for the weekend: 131 new cases On Monday morning.. 03/08/2020

77 new cases of Covid in Murcia Region on Friday The total of active cases is now 644 On Friday Covid cases in the Region of Murcia rose in line with the expectations of the regional Health Ministry due to the number of PCR tests being undertaken in municipalities with known focal points and outbreaks.. 31/07/2020

75 positives during the last 24 hours brings Murcia cases up to 58480% are in Mazarrón, Totana and Lorca On Thursday the number of cases in the Murcia Region took a sudden step upwards, with 75 new cases diagnosed in a 24 hour period. The majority are in the three municipalities of Totana, Lorca.. 30/07/2020

Totana will remain in phase 1 for a further weekNo further measures will be taken in Mazarrón and Totana for the moment On Wednesday evening a meeting of the Covid Monitoring Commission for the Murcia Region, reviewed data gathered during the last 3 days and decided that at the moment.. 29/07/2020

San Javier police close Discoteca Maná The police say that the venue was “a risk to public health”. San Javier police have announced on their Facebook page that the iconic Discoteca Maná has been closed: “ We have closed the discoteca Maná due to.. 27/07/2020

Outbreak in Mazarrón catastrophic says the MayorThere is a chance that Mazarrón has generalised transmission not one specific outbreak as cases are “widely dispersed” and “uncontrolled” The Mayor is waiting for contract tracers to give some indication of where.. 27/07/2020

Organised assault by migrant mafias on Murcia, Almería and AlicanteHundreds of migrants arrived within 24 hours, overwhelming police and rescue resources What can only be described as a highly organised mass assault on the coastlines of Murcia and Almería took place on Friday, with hundreds of illegal migrants.. 27/07/2020

Blanca and Abarán close river bathing zones to avoid crowding The River Segura is popular with bathers during the hot summer weather This does NOT apply to businesses working on river rafting experiences or kayaking excursions The town halls of both Blanca and Abarán have taken the decisió.. 25/07/2020

Mazarrón day centres for the elderly closed following detection of Covid case Visits to the residencias in the municipality are also being suspended Earlier this week the Post Offices in the municipality were temporarily closed after Covid tests on two staff in the Mazarrón office yielded positive results. All.. 25/07/2020

Dozens of irregular migrants reach the Murcian coast in small boatsBoats have been arriving all day, and have been detected in Cartagena, La Azohía and as far along the coast as Águilas The problem of irregular migrants arriving on the Spanish coastline in small boats has continued this week, with.. 24/07/2020

Excitement as 100 turtle eggs are laid on the beach in la Manga del Mar Menor 90 of the eggs have been transferred to a nest in a more secure area of the beach and 10 to an incubator in the regional wildlife recovery centre. There is considerable excitement amongst those working to conserve the population of loggerhead turtles.. 24/07/2020

Major mosquito spraying in Alhama de Murcia on FridayEveryone can help control mosquitos the council say, by eliminating breeding points in residential gardens Alhama de Murcia council continues its annual control campaign of different mosquito species on Friday, July 24, starting at 05:00 (early.. 24/07/2020

Totana bars and restaurants fear ruin as confinement measures beginThe BORM has published the conditions of what the regional Health Ministry is calling “mobility restrictions” Video; Paco Candela Ayuntamiento de Totana Bar and restaurant owners have been out in the streets of Totana protesting.. 23/07/2020

New rules for Murcia Region; no karaoke, no dancing and no drinking inside after 10:00 The latest legislation published by the Murcia regional government is designed to prevent the spread of Covid via nocturnal leisure venues This is valid for one month from 21st July. This summer is complicated due to the presence of the Covid.. 22/07/2020

Murcia city council demolishes walls of the old jail to create cultural centre 1 million euros will convert La Carcel Vieja into a usable space following 39 years of disuse Finally, after years of discussion and evaluating projects, the first of the external walls surrounding the former prison in Murcia City, was demolished.. 21/07/2020

86 local businesses within the Los Alcázares safe tourism destination campaign“Los Alcázares, Destino Turístico Seguro” There’s no doubt that businesses working within the tourism sector are having a hard time this year, fear of getting caught up in a Covid lockdown and fear of catching the virus.. 21/07/2020

Tourism versus ecology; jellyfish nets go down in the Mar MenorScientists say the nets encourage algal growth and stop water movement. Summer 2020 is complicated and this summer the installation of bathing nets to protect swimmers on Mar Menor beaches from jellyfish stings is creating controversy as the scientific.. 21/07/2020

Scotland removes quarantine restriction for travellers from Spain People who travel to Scotland from Spain will no longer have to go into quarantine for 14 days on arrival. As promised, the Scottish Government has reviewed the countries included within its “air bridge” scheme and will now allow travellers.. 21/07/2020

Alhama de Murcia using sewage analysis as early Covid detection methodSampling will be undertaken via the municipal waste treatment plants Alhama town council has joined a scheme to test for the Covid-19 virus in waste water generated through the sewage network. Water is to be analysed using a PCR test (.. 20/07/2020

Bus service from Corvera airport to Murcia City bus station resumes 21st July How to book on the Interbus route from the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to Murcia City Due to the limited number of flights through the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera this summer because of the Covid.. 20/07/2020

Masks must be worn in public areas when travelling to Spain A few helpful hints for visitors travelling to Spain this summer and concerned about Covid regulations here Updated 18th July due to changing info about masks. Although Spain is open for tourist visitors this summer, there is no escaping the.. 15/07/2020

Free bus service to San Pedro del Pinatar Mediterranean beaches There is parking for 250 vehicles in a carpark area from which the bus runs down to the beaches This year there are well-documented issues with algal growth in parts of the Mar Menor and although the beaches themselves are in excellent condition.. 10/07/2020

Three-month extension for ITVs expiring between June 21st and August 31st There is a backlog of some 5 million vehicles which ITV centres have to wade through On Tuesday the Council of Ministers approved a three-month extension for the validity of Technical Inspection of Vehicles certificates (ITV) that expire between.. 09/07/2020

Ferry resumes between Santiago de la Ribera - La Manga del Mar Menor The ferry has been closed since March due to the Covid virus Although several of the normal boat trip operators in the Mar Menor and Mazarrón have cancelled services this year the regular ferry connecting the Puerto Tomás Maestre of.. 06/07/2020

From 1st July travellers to Spain must fill out a Passenger Location Card prior to arrivalAena has contracted 650 further personnel to ensure traveller safety in Spanish airports The Official State Gazette (BOE), has today (1st July) published details of the system of checks on international passengers which will be applied in Spanish.. 01/07/2020

New DGT drones can automatically issue fines; this country cannot bear any more deaths says DGT15 camouflaged vans join the DGT traffic armoury for this summer and three of the new drones can automaticallty issue fines in the same way as a speed camera Normally the first weekend in July sees a massive movement of families from the cities of.. 30/06/2020

Covid safety advice for Ryanair passengers from 1st JulyFrom Wednesday around 1,000 flights daily will resume with new safety measures in place Ryanair Reminds Passengers Of New Health Measures As It Prepares Big Ramp-Up Of Flights From 1st July Ryanair has called on its customers to follow.. 30/06/2020

Outdoor public swimming pools will open in 11 districts of the Murcia municipality this year These are in Corvera, Murcia Parque, El Palmar, Puente Tocinos, Rincón de Seca, La Ñora, Aljucer, Sangonera la Verde, Sangonera la Seca, El Raal and Alquerías. The municipal summer swimming pool season will start next Tuesday.. 25/06/2020

Five long weekends in the Murcia bank holidays calendar for 2021 In total, there are fourteen set holidays in the Region of Murcia In 2021 there will be five “puentes” or weekends preceded or followed by a bank holiday, giving workers the chance to enjoy a long weekend. In addition to.. 18/06/2020

Terra Natura Murcia waterpark opens with extended hours Pre-booking via the internet is highly recommended as capacity has been reduced in order to guarantee social distancing On Monday the Terra Natura Murcia wildlife park opened its waterpark for the summer, opening daily from 11:00 to 20:00. .. 15/06/2020

1st June: Cooking points in Sierra Espuña close as summer fire risk increases As a temporary measure the picnic areas have been cordoned off completely due to the impossibility of disinfecting them NB: The regional fire service put out a note this morning reminding the public that the BBQs were closed and thenm later in the.. 01/06/2020

Post office opening times limited to 3 hours in the morning throughout Spain Minimal services are being offered for the duration of the coronavirus crisis The 2,500 offices of Correos, the Spanish post office, are to open for only three hours a day and the number of staff on duty is to be reduced for as long as the coronavirus.. 20/03/2020

Spain approves 20 billion euro package of economic measures to prevent the destruction of employmentCredit is made available to businesses to improve liquidity and temporary redundancies are given greater flexibility The Spanish cabinet has approved a second package of economic measures designed to cushion the impact of coronavirus on the businesses.. 17/03/2020

URGENT APPEAL from Andreas Animal Rescue as coronacrisis deepens81 donkeys and 37 dogs need food now The media is full of news about how the coronacrisis is going to affect our bank balances, the long-term economic effects for business, how much our pensions are going to devalue, how many people will die, but.. 17/03/2020

ERTE temporary redundancy schemes and how they affect businesses and the workforce ERTEs are likely to affect millions of employees in Spain during a prolonged coronavirus crisis As it becomes ever clearer that the coronavirus crisis in Spain and the strict measures imposed by the national government to protect the population are.. 17/03/2020

Spanish government orders total lockdown of Spain as State of Emergency is ratifiedFrom 08:00 on Monday morning movement will be restricted across Spain and all but necessary businesses closed From 08:00 on Monday morning the Spanish government has ordered a total lockdown of Spain to restrict the spread of coronavirus. .. 14/03/2020

Coronavirus case totals in Murcia and Spain - official measures in place to combat the epidemic The latest updates according to official sources throughout Spain NOTE: This page will be updated as new information becomes available The latest information regarding the number of coronavirus cases detected in Spain, the number of fatalities and..

Coronavirus, the facts – and a list of WHO myth-busters Recommended precautions to reduce the risk of infection include frequent hand washing but not the use of facemasks The Covid-19 coronavirus which is rapidly spreading from China, where the current outbreak began, to all parts of the world, and while.. 02/03/2020

Donald Trump amongst the bling at Águilas Carnival 2020Glitter is back on the menu in Águilas this year As normal, the Carnival peñas in Águilas put on a fabulous display for 2020, with a completely new set of costumes and dance routines. Last year costumes generally.. 25/02/2020

Get your dog vaccinated against Leishmaniasis if you live in Spain No fully effective vaccine has been developed but jabs are a sound investment in your dog’s health The hazards to the health of pet dogs are rather different in Mediterranean coastal areas of Spain from those which are common in northern Europe.. 19/02/2020

Why it is so difficult to solve the current problems in the Mar Menor The problems faced by the Mar Menor are caused by a complex combination of factors, making easy solutions equally difficult to find Anyone with even a passing interest in current affairs in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida will be.. 31/01/2020

Public and bank holidays in the Region of Murcia 2020 Check now to find the long weekends on the calendar for 2020! National, regional and local holidays in all 45 municipalities of the Region of Murcia Although the official list of public holidays seldom contains any surprises, it always arouses.. 08/01/2020

4,000 episodes of flooding on the east coast of Spain in the last 1,000 years Flooding has been exacerbated by the change in land use over the last millennium While it is important not to underestimate the intensity of the Gota Fría storm which has caused widespread flooding in Murcia and Alicante over the last few.. 17/09/2019

Video Gota Fría September 2019 Los Alcazares debris and cars washed up against bridge Ramblas flow downhill and disgorge into the sea or Mar Menor. This video shows the after effects of the volume of water pouring down into Los Alcázares. See full background information for the Murcia Gota Fria 2019 14/09/2019

Video Murcia Gota Fria 2019. Waste, plastics and agricultural debris washed into the Mar Menor. Millions of litres of water flowed down into the Mediterranean and Mar Menor from inland areas of the region during the Gota Fría, gathering agricultural materials, mud and debris as they went. Although huge quantities of mud and debris.. 14/09/2019

Ripped off?????How to complain about car hire companies via Spanish consumer complaints officesThe advice applies to all Spanish airports and any car hire company although the specific complaints we received related to Corvera airport in Murcia This summer has seen a large number of dissatisfied customers airing their views on social media.. 11/09/2019

Check you are on the Padrón and that you have renewed within the last 5 years as no-deal Brexit looks increasingly likely Padrón and voting rights for UK nationals will change significantly with Brexit This week developments in the UK could indicate that the country is heading for a no-deal Brexit, in which case all of us living and working in Spain will find.. 30/08/2019

Bus routes and taxi information from Corvera airport 2020 Last updated July 1st 2020: PLEASE NOTE; BUS SERVICE HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED CLICK ON GALLERY IMAGE TO ENLARGE Corvera airport basic information including taxis, public transport, parking and car rental Airport parking at Corvera airport.. 10/04/2019

Prostate cancer tests in Spain are quick and inexpensive at many dispensing chemistsPharmacies in Spain which offer “Análisis Clínicos” can perform PSA tests There has been a sudden rise in the level of awareness of the threat of prostate cancer in the UK following the news that Stephen Fry is currently.. 04/03/2018

Corvera AIRM airport: Your questions answered The Region of Murcia is “taking off for the future” with the new International Airport says Murcia president The opening of the international airport at Corvera will create jobs and boost regional businesses On Saturday the regional.. 26/02/2018

Important security alert: Protecting your system against the latest cyber threats, Spectre and Meltdown Just what are Spectre and Meltdown, the latest cyber threats, and how can you protect your device? Recently, two new cyber threats, known as Spectre and Meltdown, were brought to light by cyber security researchers, who described them as the most serious..

Understanding water and the drought in Murcia and the Segura basinWhere our water comes from, what it is used for, and why there isn’t enough In late 2017 the Region of Murcia and the rest of the Segura basin are facing one of the most serious droughts in recent history, with water supplies to agriculture already.. 24/11/2017

Catalan independence: basic explanation of the Catalan referendum situationWhy has there been so much trouble in Catalunya and what are the issues? A "Spanish politics for beginners" guide to the Catalan separatist situation The events of the last few days in Catalunya have hit the headlines not only in Spain.. 06/10/2017

Reminder: depositing rubbish in the bin before 9pm is illegal in many areas Bin abuse can lead to nasty fines It’s hot, it’s August and the higher temperatures inevitably lead to fresh fruit and veg going off quickly if damaged and the rubbish bins emitting an unpleasant odour. Year-round residents will be aware..

Brexit interview with the British Ambassador to Spain Simon Manley answers questions about how Brexit will affect British nationals with an interest in Spain During the latter part of the week, British Ambassador to Spain, Simon Manley, visited the Region of Murcia, taking time from his busy schedule.. 15/07/2016

Its a steal: how easily thieves can ruin your holiday Look after your passport – watch new videos that reveal the scams that thieves and pickpockets use With tens of thousands of British residents living in Spain, and millions of UK visitors heading for Spanish holiday resorts and beaches this summer.. 06/07/2015

Dog owners beware: stephanotis pods can kill dogs Urgent warning for dog owners Be aware that the seed pods of the Stephanotis plant, also known as Madagascar Jasmine, are lethal for dogs. This is a stunning plant with waxy green leaves and a beautiful white flower which gives off a gorgeous sweet.. 30/05/2015

Murcia desperate for blood donations: but they don´t want British blood It’s all down to Mad Cow Disease The annual outbreak of flu has not only pressurized Accident and Emergency Services this last few weeks, but has also created a problem for the Region of Murcia blood banks, as many habitual donors have not.. 18/02/2015

Beware fraudsters. 8 things your bank will never ask you to do Fraud is on the increase, particularly on the internet so be aware of potential scams Fraud hurts and there’s nothing worse than being ripped off by an unscrupulous conman. Although the internet is one of the most useful tools for rapid communication.. 26/10/2014

Moving to Spain? Think about Healthcare! Plan your healthcare before moving to Spain Moving to Spain, even if for just a few years, is a major decision, one of the most important elements which needs to be considered being planning your healthcare cover. The Spanish healthcare service.. 10/10/2014

European Union rules that Spanish Inheritance Tax practices are illegal The European Court of Justice orders Spain to change inheritance tax laws The implications of this are huge for those who may already have paid inheritance tax at the “international rates”. Expats who have chosen to move to Spain are.. 05/09/2014

Holiday rentals: a target for the Spanish Inland RevenueAny expats living in Spain must also declare pensions as income even if they are below tax paying thresholds Tax inspections are targeting 27.696 Expat pensioners and former non-residents who have not declared income Buying a property for your own.. 08/07/2014

The cost of buying a house in Spain What are all the costs involved when purchasing a Spanish property If you’ve been wondering about buying a house in Spain, now is the time. There is plenty of property out there and it’s on the market at a very good price. Lots of foreigners.. 08/07/2014

British residents living in Spain must now make passport applications online The new process aims to minimise errors for those living here in Spain Passport applications for Britons resident overseas must now be made via the GOV.UK website All British residents living in Spain must now make their passport applications.. 12/02/2014

Energy efficiency saves money Energy certificates are not just a piece of meaningless paper A study carried out by a company in Murcia has concluded that the benefits of living in a home with a top level energy performance certificate could equate to between 1,000 and 2,500 euros.. 06/02/2014

Beware bogus emails from the Tax office The Hacienda will never contact residents in this fashion. Bin them Beware the bogus websites Occasionally, someone will contact us concerned about an email they have received directly from the Spanish Tax Authority (Agencia Tributaria). Or so it.. 13/03/2013

Failure to pay imputed income tax on properties can result in bank embargoes The deadline of 31st December is approaching for those who have to pay imputed income tax. Embargoes by the Tax Authority People often react with indignation when they find out they are not the only ones who can legitimately take money out of.. 29/11/2012

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