WEEKLY BULLETIN

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

Which supermarkets in Spain will be open this December bank holiday weekend?Spain’s favourite grocery store has surprised everyone by announcing it will indeed open its doors The December long weekend is one of the most anticipated of the year and it’s usually one of the busiest shopping periods too as people.. 05/12/2025

Spain moves forward with smoking ban on bar and restaurant terracesIf 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 in its fight against tobacco and this one could affect millions of people across.. 05/12/2025

Cádiz water experts: small bill hikes today prevent big crises tomorrowConference calls for cost-reflective tariffs to fund vital infrastructure amid droughts If you've ever turned on the tap without a second thought, a recent conference in Cádiz wants you to think again. Experts from water companies and.. 05/12/2025

Flu cases swamp emergency rooms across SpainInfections 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 a month early this year, has already reached epidemic levels. Now, we’re.. 05/12/2025

Spain accelerates electric car push with €400 million aid and call for affordable manufacturingNew Auto Plus programme offers direct subsidies as government targets greener, accessible mobility Spain is stepping up efforts to make electric cars more affordable and accessible, unveiling a €400 million aid package to boost their purchase under.. 04/12/2025

Cheaper electricity on the way in 2026, according to the Spanish governmentElectricity bills are expected to drop in Spain despite higher standing charges planned for next year Christmas is easily one of the most expensive times of year and 2025 is proving to be even tougher on families across Spain. With this tipped to.. 04/12/2025

Spain decides against reintroducing facemasks unless flu epidemic worsensRegional government across Spain can, however, mandate masks in healthcare settings if they deem it necessary With flu cases around the country exploding and numbers of infections shooting past last year’s figures, influenza in Spain has reached.. 04/12/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast December 4-7: Blustery showers and a brighter, milder finishWindy, cloudy days give way to sunnier, warmer spells along the Mediterranean coast After a wet and windy start to December, Andalucía faces a few more days of lively weather, especially in the east, before things turn a little calmer and milder.. 04/12/2025

Spain's best Christmas lights of 2025From giant trees to glowing streets, this year’s most spectacular festive displays have arrived Christmas has officially taken over Spain and the country is glowing. From enormous illuminated trees to themed routes and waterfront shows, cities.. 03/12/2025

Spain faces one of its deadliest years for drownings as fatalities hit 441Spain records some of its highest drowning figures in a decade as experts urge caution Spain is heading towards one of its darkest years on record for drownings, with 441 people losing their lives so far in 2025, according to the latest update from the.. 03/12/2025

Andalucía opens doors to foreign doctors to beat healthcare shortagesNationality exemption extended to 2026 as region recruits hundreds of specialists yearly If you've ever worried about finding a doctor in Andalucía and especially the rural parts, good news is on the way. The regional government under Juanma.. 03/12/2025

Andalucía Flag Day: waving the green and white with pride on December 4Festive events across all eight provinces celebrate our shared history of unity and hope Picture this: on December 4 1977, over two million Andalusians from every corner of the region poured into the streets of all eight provinces, waving the white and.. 03/12/2025

Spain delays new digital invoicing system that will send all invoices to the Tax OfficeBusiness owners and self-employed workers in Spain now have another year to adapt to VeriFactu There are sighs of relief all round as the Spanish government has delayed the introduction of the dreaded VerifFactu, the new digital invoicing.. 03/12/2025

Málaga launches tender for over 1,200 affordable mini-apartments aimed at young and senior residentsNew micro-apartments to rent for €450-600 a month with subsidies and community spaces across 14 city plots Málaga is inviting private companies to bid on 14 city plots where at least 1,256 micro-apartments will be built, with potential for.. 02/12/2025

Bioparc Fuengirola welcomes first baby gorilla born in Spain this yearThe baby lowland gorilla was born right in front of dozens of stunned visitors at the famous Costa del Sol zoo Saturday afternoon families visiting Bioparc Fuengirola got rather more than they bargained for when Wefa, a western lowland gorilla, gave.. 02/12/2025

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain by IberianTax   For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Income Tax return (Modelo 210) between 1 January and 20 January 2026. This applies to both short-term and long-term rentals. Non-resident.. 02/12/2025

Flu surge brings masks back to Andalusian health centresJunta urges people to mask up in hospitals and clinics as flu season arrives early and hits vulnerable groups Masks are quietly returning to everyday life in Andalucía, as health authorities respond to a sharp rise in flu cases. From this Monday.. 02/12/2025

Could 2025 be the most expensive Christmas Spain has ever seen?Consumers in Spain are facing an average price increase of 16% on a dozen basic festive food products Families across Spain are bracing for what could be the costliest Christmas on record. Inflation may have eased slightly in recent months, dropping.. 01/12/2025

December supermoon: A celestial showstopper we won't see again until 2042The last full moon of the year will be larger and brighter than usual, visible from Spain on the night of December 4-5 Star gazers are in for a treat this week as the final full moon of the year puts on a spectacular show. The December supermoon.. 01/12/2025