Spain's public health leans heavily on private hands
Ministry 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..

British film firm eyes six big shoots in Alicante next year
Global Films could bring €30m boost and 15,000 hotel nights to the region Exciting times ahead for Alicante, with British production company Global Films Media Productions..

Alicante now has the worst flu infection numbers in Spain
Medical experts warn worst may be ahead as cases soar across Alicante province The 2025 flu epidemic is rapidly escalating throughout Spain and nowhere is this more evident..

Orihuela Costa foot bridges blocked off in December and January
Four of the pedestrian walkways over the N-332 will be shut for routine maintenance Orihuela Costa residents will be forced to take the long way around this Christmas and..

Alicante Christmas Fair: Rides, nostalgia and free €1 vouchers up for grabs
Rabasa funland runs until 18 January with classic attractions and daily discount hunts Alicante's Christmas Fair at Rabasa is in full swing, promising thrills for all ages..

Angels Nursing and Homecare wishes you a Happy Christmas 2025
The team remains committed to providing personalised, dignified care across the Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and beyond The festive season is here and Angels Nursing and..

Spain proposes bumping up the minimum wage in 2026
The lowest salaries in Spain could increase by between 3.1% and 4.7% next year The committee of experts advising the Ministry of Labour has put forward two proposals for..

Merry Christmas 2025 and Happy New Year 2026 from Global Relocation - Spain
A warm thank you to customers and a look at how Global continues to support international moves Global Relocation - Spain would like to wish all readers of Spanish News..

Bright days with some weekend rain: Alicante forecast December 11-14
Alicante will enjoy mild sunshine through Thursday and Friday, followed by showers and cooler breezes arriving at the weekend Alicante will get a glimpse of more winter..

Spain's straightest road: The 23km line that never bends
The N-301 between El Provencio and Minaya offers Spain’s longest arrow-straight drive, but its monotony hides some real safety risks   Spain has plenty of winding mountain..

Alicante speed cameras nab over 15,000 drivers but make roads safer
New radars on key avenues cut average speeds and violations by more than half in first nine months Alicante's new speed cameras have been busy since they switched on, catching..

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-Brexit
Step-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can..

Dutch woman goes on stabbing spree in Torrevieja restaurant
The woman injured a postman, a waiter and a diner in the bustling Costa Blanca city A knife-wielding Dutch woman caused widespread panic on Tuesday December 9 when she..

From drains to drives: Spanish scientists turn sewage into battery power
New research in Córdoba uses wastewater sludge to make cleaner, cheaper batteries for electric cars What we usually flush away could one day help power our cars. A team at..

Alicante's AP-7 bypass goes toll-free permanently
The Alicante city ring road has drastically reduced traffic gridlock on the A-70 motorway The AP-7 toll on the Alicante bypass is now permanently free of charge for drivers..

Torrevieja rescuers free rare violet stingray after rocky stranding
Local police unit and nautical club sailors successfully return her to the sea A violet stingray (Pteroplatytrygon violacea), not often seen around Torrevieja, was found alive..

New housing initiative insures landlords in Spain against non-paying tenants
The long-awaited measure will offer homeowners in Spain more protection against rent defaults For years, landlords in Spain have watched their rights being eroded, caught..

EU signs off tougher migration rules despite Spanish objections
New return directive allows faster deportations and offshore detention centres, prompting concern from Madrid The European Union has approved a major tightening of its migration..

Pilar de la Horadada unwraps Christmas with family fun and magical new events
Full programme of concerts, films, parades and activities runs until Three Kings Day Pilar de la Horadada has kicked off the festive season with its Christmas lights and Municipal..

Warm and clear all week: Alicante weather forecast Dec 9-11
Light winds, mild temperatures and some coastal fog expected this week in Alicante province Average temperatures forecast on Thursday December 11   Alicante province..

Can I test my new V-16 beacon at home without alerting the emergency services?
The V-26 light will replace emergency triangles across Spain from January 1, 2026 Now that January 1 is just around the corner and V-16 beacon lights will replace the old..

Eighty per cent healthy snacks: New rules to clear junk food from hospital vending machines
Ministry 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..

Spain moves forward with smoking ban on bar and restaurant terraces
If passed, the law will ban smoking on all terraces and in public spaces including pools, parks and playgrounds across Spain The Spanish government has taken another step..

Flu cases swamp emergency rooms across Spain
Infections have doubled in Spain, putting enormous pressure on hospitals across the country Just a few days ago the Spanish authorities warned that flu, after arriving..