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Plastic bags, mini shampoos and wrapped fruit all set to vanish from Spanish shopsThe new EU packaging law lands in Spain this week, reshaping how shops sell everything from fruit to toiletries A sweeping new EU packaging law comes into force across Spain this Wednesday August 12 and it's set to change everything from the labels.. 14/08/2026
Costa Cálida Technical Services Group SL CCTS: Heating, air conditioning and more in MurciaFormerly Camposol Heating & Maintenance, CCTS is continuing to provide professional heating, air conditioning, gas, water and leak detection services across Camposol If you've known Camposol Heating & Maintenance (CHM) over.. 13/08/2026
Petrol prices in Spain hover around €1.80 a litre ahead of August bank holiday rushThe average cost of filling a 55-litre tank in Spain has reached €99.30 as millions of drivers prepare to hit the road Petrol prices in Spain are finally showing signs of settling down a bit after rising sharply last week, although drivers heading.. 13/08/2026
WATCH! Spain's total eclipse turns into a cloudy disappointment for thousands Thousands watched the skies only to see clouds roll in at the worst possible moment, but southern Spain gets another chance in August 2027 🌘 Murcia ha vivido un momento mágico con el eclipse solar. 🏰Desde las Fortalezas.. 13/08/2026
August 15 is a bank holiday across Spain: Check which supermarkets are openFind out which establishments will be closing this Saturday, the feast day of Our Lady of the Assumption and a national holiday in Spain If you need to do a supermarket run this weekend, you’d do well to check the opening hours before heading.. 13/08/2026
Thunderstorms, hail and 40ºC heat: Murcia's weekend weather forecast August 13-16The Region faces another unsettled few days, with hail, heavy rain and strong winds possible as temperatures remain high inland Weather alerts activated on Thursday August 13 The weather in the Region of Murcia is set to remain.. 13/08/2026
Storm alerts threaten eclipse view across parts of MurciaThe Northwest, Guadalentín Valley, Lorca and Águilas are all under yellow storm alerts this afternoon Storms threatening parts of the Region of Murcia this Wednesday afternoon, August 12, could spoil tonight's solar eclipse for anyone.. 12/08/2026
Volunteers clear more than a tonne of litter from Region of Murcia's natural areasThe Region of Murcia joined a nationwide effort that mobilised more than 13,700 volunteers Volunteers across the Region of Murcia have removed more than a tonne of litter from the Region's natural spaces as part of the tenth edition of the ".. 12/08/2026
Spain is making it much easier to spot spam calls, starting this OctoberFrom Friday October 17, all commercial calls must use a new 400 prefix, making telephone scams instantly identifiable and easier to block If you're fed up with unsolicited calls from companies trying to sell you something, or worse, scammers pretending.. 12/08/2026
The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats Are you planning to move to Spain and looking for a health insurance policy specifically designed for expats? We understand that such an abundance of information can be overwhelming, particularly when you wish to make a decision as quickly as possible.. 12/08/2026
New Consum supermarket to open in Alhama de Murcia town centreThe supermarket chain already runs 53 stores across the Region of Murcia, with more on the way Consum is set to open a new supermarket in Alhama de Murcia, with more than 1,000 square metres of sales space and an expected 30 new jobs for the local.. 12/08/2026
Murcia-Almería high speed rail still on track, says Transport MinisterThe project forms a key part of the Mediterranean Corridor, connecting Andalucía, Murcia and the rest of Europe Spain's Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Oscar Puente, confirmed this week that construction of the high speed.. 11/08/2026
New storm warnings for Region of Murcia after rain and hail batter NorthwestAemet has issued a new yellow warning as temperatures also climb close to 40°C across the Region The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued a fresh round of storm warnings for the Region of Murcia, just a day after heavy rain, hail.. 11/08/2026
Driving during the eclipse? Here is what the DGT wants motorists in Spain to knowThe DGT has issued a list of dos and don'ts for anyone driving during Wednesday's eclipse in Spain Spain is preparing for its first total solar eclipse since 1912 and with the event falling in the middle of the summer holidays, the traffic.. 11/08/2026
VIDEOS! Storm brings hail, flooding and 96km/h winds to parts of the Region of MurciaCalasparra, Cieza and Abarán were among the worst affected as lightning also sparked a forest fire in Jumilla ¡#Tormentas localmente muy fuertes en puntos de interior del sureste #PenínsulaIbérica! Precaució.. 11/08/2026
Decklid Auto Services in Mazarrón is hiring a full-time qualified mechanicThe well-known family-run garage is offering a permanent full-time position with a competitive salary and the chance to join its experienced team If you're an experienced mechanic looking for your next opportunity in the Region of Murcia, Decklid.. 10/08/2026
Murcia prepares for eclipse with 500 extra personnel and forest restrictionsThe Region is taking extra precautions as the eclipse is expected to attract huge crowds during a period of extreme heat and high fire risk The Region of Murcia is stepping up its emergency response ahead of Wednesday August 12's solar eclipse.. 10/08/2026
Storms, sunshine and 38°C ahead in Murcia: Weather forecast August 10-13Parts of Murcia have been issued a yellow warning for storms and heavy rain on Monday before temperatures climb back towards 40°C Weather outlook on Monday August 10 It's not going to be entirely plain sailing weather.. 10/08/2026
Dogs and cats could soon be allowed on buses across the Region of MurciaMore than 413,000 pets are officially registered in the Region of Murcia as authorities prepare to consult the public Taking your dog on the bus or travelling with your cat could become much easier in the Region of Murcia if plans being developed.. 10/08/2026
Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 07/08/2026
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