Fall back: Don't forget the clocks change in Spain this weekend
The clocks will go back this coming Sunday as Spain switches from summer to winter time Summer in Spain has drawn to a close and most of us have returned to our normal..

The rising rental gap in Spain: where affordability varies wildly
Across Spain rental prices differ by over €800 a month The Spanish rental market has become more varied and complex in recent years, especially as tougher mortgage conditions..

Spain accused of criminalising tourism with new policy
Twelve regional governments in Spain have expressed their concerns over the policies and warn they could destroy tourism Spain’s tourism sector, which brings in billions..

Gender violence reports rises across Spain
Latest figures show an alarming rise, as authorities push for education and stronger protections both online and offline New data shows that reports of gender-based violence..

New EU driving licence rules allow 17 year olds to hit the road
Spain is preparing for sweeping European changes that will allow 17 year olds to obtain a licence and introduce a digital version by 2030 After a couple of years in the..

Watch: Dramatic footage as German fugitives caught in San Fulgencio
National Police detain two for alleged fraud and a third for obstructing their arrests   🚩Detenidos 2⃣ fugitivos por estafas con el método del falso empleado de..

Sunny week to end on Sunday: Alicante weekend weather forecast October 23-26
Three more days of lovely weather before rain is expected to return Temperatures this afternoon An unseasonably warm day for Alicante province today, albeit probably..

€1,000 payout for new mums in Orihuela
Town hall opens application period for new benefit to encourage childbirth Councillor for families María Carmen Portugal For the first time in Orihuela, financial aid..

Electricity bills jump 40% in Spain - even after a warm October
Experts say costs could ease if the mild weather continues, but colder temperatures or global tensions may still push prices up again Spanish households have been hit with..

Watch: Firefighters tackle dawn blaze in Orihuela Costa
Commercial unit suffers damage from fire caused by possible electrical fault INCENDIO EN LOCAL COMERCIAL Esta mañana #bomberostorrevieja acudía en Orihuela Costa a apagar..

Relive your youth at unforgettable concerts with Rewind Spain
The best original stars and tribute shows in the business are wowing audiences on the Costa Blanca Bryan Adams UK There’s no business like showbusiness, and understanding..

Spain proposes major expansion of bereavement and palliative care leave
Ten days off for close family deaths, up to 15 for palliative care, under new government plan The Spanish Ministry of Labour has presented a draft Royal Decree that would significantly..

Why and how to get an FNMT digital signature in Spain
Having a ‘certificado digital’ can be useful for everything from signing contracts and buying a house to voting as an expat in Spain by John Michael Kirby, Technical..

Amazon Cloud crash disrupts payments, banking and everyday services
A major fault in Amazon’s cloud system caused widespread outages in Spain, hitting banks, payment services and digital platforms Amazon's cloud services ran into problems..

Bump in cruise liners brings record numbers to Alicante this October
About 19,000 passengers are expected between last Saturday and this Thursday An MSC cruise liner in Alicante The number of cruise passengers coming to Alicante city ..

Could this finally be the end of Daylight Savings Time? No more clock changes, says Spanish PM
Pedro Sánchez is ready to present a formal proposition to the EU to scrap the biannual time change altogether As the clocks prepare to fall back once again this weekend..

What to say when the Guardia Civil stops you: keep it cool and clever
Simple words to keep you calm when the Guardia Civil wants to know why they stopped you If you’ve ever been stopped by the Guardia Civil while driving in Spain, you might..

Thousands of homes in the Region of Murcia without drinking water after Dana Alice
Around 100,000 people have been told the tap water in their homes is undrinkable following the floods at the weekend Dana Alice has left more than flooded roads for residents..

Widow's pension rules could change for undocumented couples with children
New proposal would let couples skip formal marriage or civil partnership if they prove two years together and share children If you’re in a long-term relationship but not..

European court rules pets are legally baggage on flights: airlines not liable beyond luggage compensation
Loss of pets during air travel is treated like lost suitcases, limiting airline compensation obligations If you’re an animal lover who travels with pets, this news might..

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax
Although owning a property in Spain is a dream for many, filing your non-resident property taxes can prove more of a nightmare. For most non-resident owners, processes in..

Benidorm gets serious with UK seniors on mobility scooters: ‘Don’t drink and drive’
With more British holidaymakers riding scooters around town, locals demand tougher rules and safety measures   Benidorm has long been known as a lively party hotspot where..

Body discovered in search for missing British expat in Torrevieja
Weeks of appeals end in tragedy as investigators recover remains near Lago Jardin The search for Marc Tulloch Hewson, a 63-year-old British resident missing from Torrevieja..

Spain changes child-related retirement bonus: Only parents truly affected by career breaks will qualify
The government narrows access to the child pension supplement to tackle gender pension inequality The Spanish government is making important changes to the child retirement..