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DGT cracks down on WhatsApp checkpoint alertsFines up to €30,000 for warning about police alcohol and drug checkpoints If you're in one of those WhatsApp or Telegram groups that ping alerts about police checkpoints, it might be time to think again. The DGT has launched a determined effort.. 20/01/2026
Income tax return 2026: Which pensioners in Spain do not need to file the Declaración de la rentaIncome thresholds, multiple payers and exemptions explained ahead of the April 8 start of the tax campaign in Spain With the arrival of the new year, one of the most important dates in the Spanish tax calendar is getting closer. The 2026 income tax.. 20/01/2026
Discover your dream coastal property in Spain with SpainoraIndependent guides to properties, golf, beaches & lifestyle across 5 stunning Mediterranean regions Spainora offers a complete guide to Spanish coastal living, helping clients discover the best of Spain's Mediterranean coast. From the Costa.. 20/01/2026
Brit activists take to UK streets in march against cruelty to hunting dogs in SpainUK dog lovers join Europe-wide demonstrations calling for an end to hunting dog abuse in Spain Dog lovers across the UK are set to turn out in force at the end of January, with peaceful protests planned in several major cities to demand better protection.. 20/01/2026
Date set for opening of Wetherspoon pub at Alicante AirportA chance for a pint and a feeling of home for UK passengers at Alicante Airport as Wetherspoon confirms opening of its first European pub It’s official: Wetherspoon will be opening its first pub abroad in continental Europe, which will be at.. 19/01/2026
Weather alerts issued as strong winds and rain return: Alicante weather forecast January 19-22Weather warnings are in place as rain, strong winds, and rough seas start the week January is reminding us it’s still winter this week, with cloudy skies, spells of rain, strong winds and unsettled coastal conditions across the Alicante.. 19/01/2026
Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to knowUnlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting travellers zip around the country for a flat rate of €60. The Ministry.. 16/01/2026
Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in SpainHalf a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain are getting an unexpected break after the government admitted its mandatory..
Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief...
Bizum moves into shops with new tap-to-pay featureCaja Rural becomes first banking group to roll out contactless Bizum Pay on mobiles Bizum is about to take a significant step forward in how people pay in Spain, with a new contactless system allowing shoppers to pay in physical stores simply by holding.. 16/01/2026
Orihuela Costa drives population boom as British remain largest foreign groupHuge growth along the coast has pushed Orihuela municipality close to 89,000 residents Orihuela Costa has become the main engine behind a sharp rise in population across the wider municipality, which ended 2025 with close to 89,000 residents. New.. 16/01/2026
Spain's inflation eases as Murcia gets a break on bills and basicsThe cost of living across Spain rose 2.7% in 2025, but the Region of Murcia saw smaller price hikes than most other areas Spain ended 2025 with a gentler rise in prices, offering a small relief to households over Christmas after a year of steady inflation.. 16/01/2026
Spain's medical cannabis milestone comes with training warningPatients and doctors welcome new rules but say specialists must learn to prescribe it Patients and medical groups have cheered a key step towards legal medical cannabis in Spain, which was agreed in October, but warn the real test will be training doctors.. 16/01/2026
Spain to hand over 17,000 rural properties to aspiring young farmersThe 'Tierra Joven' platform has been launched to help the younger generation in Spain access property and tackle the depopulation crisis The Spanish government is preparing to transfer around 17,000 state-owned rural properties to young farmers.. 15/01/2026
Government weighs up stripping Julio Iglesias of arts medal as pressure grows over allegationsMinisters consider next steps as institutions across Spain review honours linked to the singer The Spanish government is considering whether to withdraw Julio Iglesias’s Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts, following allegations of sexual assault.. 15/01/2026
New Spanish V-16 emergency beacon sparks pacemaker safety fearsDoctors warn drivers in Spain with pacemakers to keep emergency beacons away from their chest Spain has introduced plenty of laws that has expats rolling their eyes but the V-16 beacon, introduced on January 1 to replace the old warning triangles.. 15/01/2026
Spain crowned best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025A near perfect score put Spain ahead of 63 rival countries for remote working Spain has officially been crowned the best country in the world for digital nomads in 2025, after topping not one but two major international rankings. The.. 15/01/2026
Spain's best and worst airports for delays revealed in 2025 rankings Millions of passengers were hit by delays and cancellations across Spain last year As another year gets underway, attention is once again turning to how well Europe’s airports are actually performing and Spain, as one of the continent’.. 15/01/2026
Alicante sets its sights on China to boost international tourism in 2026Alicante city is planning fairs, partnerships and promotions to build on last year’s success Alicante city's government is hoping to build on the record hotel occupancy rate of more than 79% achieved in 2025 by attracting even more international.. 14/01/2026
Alicante-Elche airport nears 20 million passengers in record-breaking 2025International travellers, led by the British, drive an 8.5% increase in passenger numbers Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport has capped 2025 with a new record, nearly reaching 20 million passengers. Final figures show the airport handled 19.. 14/01/2026
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