REGION OF MURCIA, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

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

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

Murcia wants to cull wild boar to prevent spread of swine feverFarmers warn that the Region of Murcia must act now to prevent this deadly disease Murcia is stepping up its warnings about African swine fever after fresh cases were confirmed in wild boar in the province of Barcelona. The Coordinator of Farmers.. 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

Up to 24 degrees in Murcia again this bank holiday weekend: Weather forecast December 4-8There will, however, be a weather warning for wind this Thursday Murcia weather forecast, Saturday December 6   After the snowfall up in the far northwestern mountains of Murcia this week and the rainfall seen around other parts of the.. 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

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

Christmas in the Region of Murcia 2025: Your complete guide to all the best festive eventsFrom nativity scenes and concerts to workshops and guided tours, the Region of Murcia is packed with events this December Christmas has arrived in the Region of Murcia with a packed calendar of events for all ages that aims to blend culture, entertainment.. 03/12/2025

Murcia doctors gear up for four-day strike over working conditionsNational action on December 9-12 will close clinics amid flu season surge If you're counting on a doctor's appointment in the Region of Murcia next week, you might want to plan ahead. Doctors are set to strike on Tuesday December 9 to Friday December.. 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

The deadline to pay non-resident property taxes in Spain is the end of this yearHomeowners who live abroad but own property in Spain need to be sure they have paid their requisite taxes before December 31, 2025 For anyone who owns property in Spain yet lives abroad for most of the year, the tax responsibilities can sometimes.. 03/12/2025

This weekend is a puente in Spain: How many days off are there and where?The 'puente de diciembre' is a major weekend for travel in Spain, with thousands of cars hitting the roads Plaza de la Constitución in Cádiz, celebrating the landmark 1812 constitution   Every year in Spain, the weekend.. 02/12/2025

V-16 emergency light prices shoot up in Murcia as stock runs outThe shortage has led to a glut of fake beacons flooding the market in the Region of Murcia Well aware that the January 2026 deadline is rapidly approaching, drivers in the Region of Murcia have been hit with V-16 fever and are racing to the shops.. 02/12/2025

The luckiest little town in Murcia for El GordoSan Pedro del Pinatar’s winning streak keeps shining as Murcia racks up Christmas Lottery prizes If you are the sort of person who buys a Christmas Lottery ticket every year, you might want to pay a bit more attention to San Pedro del Pinatar. In.. 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

Murcia photo of the month December 2025Here’s the top image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   Members from LADCC were certainly moving and shaking it this month with a competition title of ‘Movement and/or Action’ for them.. 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