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Non-EU property owners in Spain can now deduct rental expenses and receive tax rebatesSpain’s National Court has ruled that preventing non-EU property owners from deducting rental expenses violates EU law, a decision which allows non-EU investors to claim substantial tax refunds and reduce future liabilities Until recently, non-EU..

Mercadona Spain announces new opening hours from September 1The Valencian chain will revert to winter hours from the start of next month It seems like only yesterday that Spain’s favourite supermarket extended its opening hours for the summer, giving us later closing times and the options of a leisurely.. 29/08/2025

Relocation map for migrant children throughout Spain finally confirmedThe Valencian Community and Andalucía are among the regions that will receive the most unaccompanied minors After months of talks and delays, the Spanish government has finally rubber-stamped the decree that will allow unaccompanied migrant.. 27/08/2025

Landmark Ryanair and Booking.com agreement makes life easier for travellersSpain says the change will bring "more seamless and transparent booking experiences" for customers Ryanair and Booking.com have reached a historic collaboration that ends years of tension between the two companies. The agreement means that.. 27/08/2025

Thirteen dead in one week in the most lethal heatwave of the Murcian summerSince June 1, 21 people have died as a result of the high temperatures recorded in the Region of Murcia The latest heatwave, which we’ve only just seen the back of, has proved to be the deadliest of all time. Thirteen lives were lost in a single.. 26/08/2025

Holidaymakers hit with soaring flight costs across SpainInternational travel costs are back to pre-pandemic highs Travellers to and from Spain are once again facing serious disruption as Ryanair ground staff stage a new wave of strikes running through to the end of the year. But even if your flight isn.. 22/08/2025

The loophole that lets campervans avoid roadside inspections in SpainSummer road checks are commonplace in Spain, but privacy rules can protect certain motorhomes Every summer, road checks ramp up across Spain and caravans and campervans are high on the list of vehicles the Guardia Civil likes to keep an eye on. These.. 22/08/2025

Spain surprises with its entrepreneurial spirit, beating global business heavyweightsAgainst stereotypes, Spain ranks fifth worldwide for grit and drive to succeed When you think of Spain, images of lazy afternoons, siestas, and the infamous “mañana” attitude might spring to mind. But there’s a surprising side.. 21/08/2025

Spain’s worst wildfire season in decades leaves scars for people, land and firefightersNearly 400,000 hectares have already burned, firefighters push through exhausting conditions, and dozens face arrest for arson or negligence Spain is enduring the worst wildfire season of the century, with around twenty serious fires still active across.. 21/08/2025

Electric scooter owners will need insurance in Spain from next yearSpain will also require private scooter owners to register with the traffic authorities From January 2026, anyone who owns an electric scooter or other personal mobility vehicle in Spain will be required to have liability insurance.   The.. 21/08/2025

Spain's anti-scam plan blocks 48 million fraudulent callsGovernment crackdown sees sharp rise in blocked calls and texts since June Spain’s campaign against phone scams is proving to be a major success, with millions of fraudulent calls and messages now being stopped before they reach the public. &.. 20/08/2025

UK law slashes porn site views - could Spain be next?The United Kingdom has implemented a measure to prevent minors under 18 from accessing pornographic content The United Kingdom has just rolled out a tough new rule aimed at keeping children away from online pornography. At the end of July, the country.. 20/08/2025

Spain to declare fire-ravaged areas emergency zones with state aid pledgedPresident of Spanish government announces Council of Ministers will designate affected territories and calls for State Pact to tackle climate crisis Emergency zones to aid fire-hit areas President Pedro Sánchez has announced that during.. 20/08/2025

Can you overtake a cyclist on a continuous line in Spain?The DGT in Spain confirms that drivers can overtake cyclists on a continuous line if they respect the 1.5-metre rule Cyclists remain among the most vulnerable users on Spanish roads. Even with helmets, lights and other safety gear becoming more common.. 19/08/2025

What Spanish citizens can do if they lose their passport at the airportSpain’s Guardia Civil can issue a travel permit so those with Spanish nationality don’t miss their flight Losing a passport or ID at the airport is every traveller’s nightmare. The panic usually sets in right away, with many.. 19/08/2025

Eight new DGT rules every motorcyclist and cyclist in Spain needs to knowFresh safety measures aim to cut road deaths and improve coexistence between drivers and two-wheelers   Spain’s traffic authority has rolled out a series of new rules this year that will directly affect both motorcyclists and cyclists. The.. 18/08/2025

Steep beach fines in Spain: why you could pay up to €3,000 for breaking summer rulesFrom paddle tennis to fishing and diving, beachgoers face hefty penalties if they stray into prohibited areas   If you are planning to make the most of Spain’s beaches this summer, you might want to brush up on the rules before heading out.. 14/08/2025

Latest news on the fires in Spain todayHeat, storms, and wind are complicating the fight against the blazes, which are ravaging thousands of hectares. Spain continues to burn for another day, with more than 20,000 hectares scorched this August and thousands of people evacuated. A combination.. 13/08/2025

Can a lifeguard really fine you for swimming under a red flag?A Spanish lawyer clears up the confusion over beach safety rules and who actually has the power to sanction   It is a familiar sight on Spanish beaches in the summer. The red flag is flying, the waves are rough, and a lifeguard is blowing.. 12/08/2025

Spain raises a glass to non-alcoholic beer as it tops Europe in sales and productionThe alcohol-free alternative now makes up 14% of all beer sold in Spain and is a regular feature of social life, from tapas to road trips Spain has taken the number one spot in Europe for both the consumption and production of non-alcoholic beer, as drinkers.. 11/08/2025