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Bonfire licences and disposing of garden rubbish in the Region of Murcia Regional laws prohibit the lighting of bonfires in urban areas For expats moving to Spain one of the aspects of rules and regulations which it is very difficult to learn about is the issue of bonfires, and in the Region of Murcia there is a body of legislation..

Rabies: dogs in Murcia must be vaccinated against this killer disease Vaccination is also highly recommended but not obligatory for cats and other pets In the UK it is now almost a century since the last case of a human being becoming infected with rabies, and the last death from indigenous rabies was even longer ago in..

Tyre requirements altered in ITV Spanish roadworthiness tests from February 2018 Drivers, check your tyres before booking up your next ITV check! As of 1st February 2018 the specifications related to tyre quality which are included in the ITV vehicle roadworthiness tests have been changed, meaning that the hoops through which.. 02/02/2018

Diseases which can affect cats in the Region of Murcia Feline Leukaemia and FIV are causes for concern among cat owners in the Costa Cálida Feline Leukaemia This is a dangerous virus all over the world, and unfortunately it is widespread in the Region of Murcia, one of the principal reasons being..

Ticks and canine ehrlichiosis, threats to the health of dogs in Spain Ticks are particularly common in rural areas and gardens in the warm climate of southern Spain In the south-east of Spain there are many kinds of tick which can cause considerable discomfort to dogs. These include insects both large and small, and hard..

Canine leishmaniosis, a fatal mosquito-transmitted disease which affects dogs in Spain Vaccinations are now highly recommended for dogs in Mediterranean areas of Spain Canine leishmaniosis is a serious disease caused by a single-celled parasite transmitted by the bites of mosquitos, and most commonly affects dogs in Spain although cats..

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Reminder: depositing rubbish in the bin before 9pm is illegal in many areas Bin abuse can lead to nasty fines It’s hot, it’s August and the higher temperatures inevitably lead to fresh fruit and veg going off quickly if damaged and the rubbish bins emitting an unpleasant odour. Year-round residents will be aware..

Choosing a property company 7 points to bear in . Choosing a property company.  Nigel Salmon Girasol Homes This month I’d like to talk about something that’s absolutely essential when selling or buying a property in Spain: finding the right property agency. Having worked in this.. 11/11/2016

Guardia Civil wades into the great Spanish roundabout driving debate Spanish drivers continue to choose the wrong lane and eschew indicators at roundabouts Despite numerous attempts to clarify the rules regarding how to use roundabouts on the road network of Spain, surveys show that more than half of all drivers are unaware.. 05/09/2016

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain will help to avoid stress at a difficult time In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover.. 26/02/2016

Recovering stolen jewellery and other items in Spain The Policía Nacional have a virtual gallery of stolen valuables recovered The victims of burglary and theft in Spain face an uphill struggle to recover any items which have been stolen, as indeed they do in any country, but the Policía Nacional..