COSTA BLANCA, ALICANTE PROVINCE: NEWS

Alicante airport shut down for two hours due to drone strikeAround 1,000 passengers were affected with flights diverted to Murcia and other airports Alicante-Elche Airport was thrown into complete chaos on Monday October 27 when a drone was spotted flying above the terminal shortly before 9pm. Because of the.. 28/10/2025

Spain sets November deadline for families to assess risks for domestic workersNew rules mean employers must complete occupational risk surveys and implement safety measures in the home There are nearly 350,000 women registered as domestic workers in Spain, according to the Ministry of Labour, and another 115,600 working in homes.. 27/10/2025

Car bursts into flames outside popular Orihuela Costa restaurantThe flames threatened to engulf the wooden front of the Banana Tree Restaurant There was plenty of panic in Orihuela Costa on Saturday afternoon, October 25, when a car burst into flames just metres from the Banana Tree Restaurant on Calle Azafrá.. 27/10/2025

Flu cases are skyrocketing in Spain: what are the symptoms and how to tell it apart from Covid?Flu infections are soaring across Spain this autumn, with experts warning of a tough season ahead Spain is seeing a sharp rise in flu cases as autumn settles in, with some municipalities reporting levels far higher than last year. After years of focusing.. 27/10/2025

Breezy and mild but showery: Alicante weather forecast October 27-30The weather will worsen mid-week with the arrival of rain, especially in northern Alicante Weather outlook on Thursday afternoon, October 30   The southern Costa Blanca basked in an unusual October heatwave all weekend but sadly, the summery.. 27/10/2025

Fall back: Don't forget the clocks change in Spain this weekendThe 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 rhythm and routine after the holidays. With the days already getting shorter, the.. 24/10/2025

Spain accused of criminalising tourism with new policyTwelve 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 and supports millions of jobs, has become the new battleground.. 24/10/2025

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 in Spain are rising again, with regions such as the Canary Islands.. 23/10/2025

New EU driving licence rules allow 17 year olds to hit the roadSpain 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 planning stages, the European Union has given the green light to a brand new driver.. 23/10/2025

Sunny week to end on Sunday: Alicante weekend weather forecast October 23-26Three more days of lovely weather before rain is expected to return Temperatures this afternoon An unseasonably warm day for Alicante province today, albeit probably not quite as hot as state meteorology agency Aemet predicted at the start.. 23/10/2025

Electricity bills jump 40% in Spain - even after a warm OctoberExperts 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 another steep rise in energy costs, even though the month has been unseasonably.. 22/10/2025

Relive your youth at unforgettable concerts with Rewind SpainThe 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 the importance of putting on a proper show is what makes the concerts.. 22/10/2025

Spain proposes major expansion of bereavement and palliative care leaveTen 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 extend the amount of paid leave workers can take following the death.. 21/10/2025

Amazon Cloud crash disrupts payments, banking and everyday servicesA 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 on Monday and caused widespread disruption globally, affecting everything.. 21/10/2025

Bump in cruise liners brings record numbers to Alicante this OctoberAbout 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 will hit a new high this week as the city's port expects to welcome.. 21/10/2025

What to say when the Guardia Civil stops you: keep it cool and cleverSimple 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 recognise that classic question: "Do you know why we stopped.. 17/10/2025

Widow's pension rules could change for undocumented couples with childrenNew 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 officially married or registered as a pareja de hecho (civil partnership).. 17/10/2025

European court rules pets are legally baggage on flights: airlines not liable beyond luggage compensationLoss 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 be a bit upsetting. The Court of Justice of the European Union has decided.. 17/10/2025

Spain changes child-related retirement bonus: Only parents truly affected by career breaks will qualifyThe government narrows access to the child pension supplement to tackle gender pension inequality The Spanish government is making important changes to the child retirement supplement, a benefit designed to help parents with their retirement income.. 15/10/2025

Spain drops the price on thousands of over-the-counter medicationsThe Ministry of Health in Spain estimates the changes will save patients around €287 million There’s been some fantastic news this week for anyone buying medication in Spain. The Ministry of Health has announced price cuts on 17,385 different.. 15/10/2025