MURCIA NEWS

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.. 09/12/2025

Boutique cruises bring the big bucks to CartagenaSmaller luxury boutique cruises are making a big difference to Cartagena’s local economy The big cruise liners usually make the headlines in Cartagena for their size and the number of passengers they bring in. But sometimes less is more.. 09/12/2025

New housing initiative insures landlords in Spain against non-paying tenantsThe 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 between tenants who stop paying rent and squatters who move into empty properties.. 09/12/2025

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.. 09/12/2025

EU signs off tougher migration rules despite Spanish objectionsNew return directive allows faster deportations and offshore detention centres, prompting concern from Madrid The European Union has approved a major tightening of its migration policy, clearing the way for faster deportations and the creation of detention.. 09/12/2025

Christmas is all around in San Pedro del PinatarThousands gathered in the town centre as San Pedro del Pinatar celebrated the start of the festive season in style Christmas spirit arrived in San Pedro del Pinatar on December 5 when thousands gathered in the Plaza de la Constitución to.. 09/12/2025

One last spring-like blast before the rain comes: Murcia weekly weather forecast December 9-11The next three days’ weather will be pleasant in Murcia, but that all looks set to change by the weekend We’re ready to enjoy a last blast of sun and mild winter temperatures in the Region of Murcia in the middle of this week, before temperatures.. 09/12/2025

Murcia residents hit by steep water bill hikes as Alguazas approves 80% riseDozens of towns increase tariffs to plug deficits and cover rising service costs Households across the Region of Murcia are facing noticeably higher water bills after a wave of tariff rises agreed in the last year and a half, with Alguazas standing out.. 09/12/2025

Pilar de la Horadada unwraps Christmas with family fun and magical new eventsFull 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 Nativity Scene, and the Ayuntamiento's Festivals Department has a packed.. 09/12/2025

La Manga transport stays affordable with €421,000 budget boost for 2026Discounts maintained on key bus lines while culture and sports get extra funding Great news for La Manga and Cabo de Palos residents: the La Manga Consortium's Board has approved a healthy €421,000 budget for 2026, up 4.71% from last year. This.. 09/12/2025

Murcia hit by 2.6 magnitude earthquakeThe epicentre was in El Valle but the tremor was felt in Murcia city An earthquake with a magnitude of 2.6 struck Murcia on Monday December 8 at 6.48pm, which was confirmed by the National Geographic Institute. Its epicentre was located in the El.. 09/12/2025

Fuente Álamo considers halting construction of a biogas plantA legal dispute over an unanswered appeal has created uncertainty around the Los Morales project The Fuente Álamo Town Council is examining whether construction of a new biogas plant in the Los Morales area should be stopped altogether. The.. 08/12/2025

Attempted bank robbery thwarted by police on CamposolMazarrón Local Police officers quickly arrested the suspect Early on Saturday morning, December 6, police in Mazarrón arrested a man following an attempted break-in at a bank in the Camposol residential area. The incident began when.. 08/12/2025

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 triangles as the only legal way to indicate a road emergency or breakdown, many.. 08/12/2025

These are the supermarkets and shops open in Murcia on Monday December 8Most businesses in the Region of Murcia will remain closed on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception The December long weekend is one of the most anticipated of the year since it combines two different holidays, meaning most people can combine them.. 08/12/2025

Murcia health services face collapse as doctors' strike goes aheadMinimum services have been guaranteed in Region of Murcia emergency departments, the flu still threatens to overwhelm hospitals Doctors in the Region of Murcia, along with the rest of Spain, are moving ahead with their planned strike action this week.. 08/12/2025

Masks made mandatory in Murcia hospitals and health centresFlu cases have shot up by 110% in the last week in the Region of Murcia Earlier this week, the Spanish government came up with a three-level plan to deal with the skyrocketing flu infections around the country. Since we're still in level 1, masks.. 08/12/2025

Camposol Today Facebook group reaches 3,000 membersIt’s a good start, but actually the website itself offers stronger news coverage and better value for local advertisers CamposolToday.com has recently passed an encouraging milestone, with its dedicated Facebook group Camposol Today news, events.. 06/12/2025

Eighty per cent healthy snacks: New rules to clear junk food from hospital vending machinesMinistry 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 on vending machines in hospitals and nursing homes, mandating that at least 80.. 05/12/2025

Cartagena hospital fire prompts camera surveillance and facade review amid negligence claimsHealth Minister announces tobacco crackdown and safety upgrades after suspected cigarette start Health authorities in Murcia are taking tough new steps to prevent fires in hospitals after a blaze at Santa Lucía University General Hospital in Cartagena.. 05/12/2025