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Covid figures Region of Murcia Tuesday 7th JulyTwo new Covid cases in Murcia, bringing active total to 74 The number of active case in the Murcia region has dropped from the 79 of Monday to 74, as although there are two new positives, 7 people have recovered from the virus within the last 24.. 07/07/2020

King and Queen of Spain visit Murcia and Cieza on Tuesday The royal couple visited an agricultural co-operative and the Murcian Institute of Biosanitary Research The King and Queen of Spain visited the Murcia Region on Tuesday as part of a nationwide tour to support essential sectors and thank all of those.. 07/07/2020

Safety showers to prevent monster trees collapsing in Murcia City Three years ago branches broke without warning on the monumental ficus tree in Plaza Santo Domingo Murcia City Council is undertaking a “health check” on 700 specimen trees and the nearly 120,000 trees and palm trees that are in the public.. 07/07/2020

Lorca council unhappy that Covid positive illegal immigrants have been transferred to Lorca hospitalOn Sunday morning one of the patients climbed out of the window of the Santa Lucia hoispital in Cartagena and escaped The Lorca councillor for health, José Ángel Ponce, has requested an explanation from the murcian regional government.. 07/07/2020

Rapid intervention prevented cigarette butt fire in Caravaca de la Cruz from spreading This could so easily have become a dangerous forest fire in a heavily forested part of the region Rapid intervention by environmental agents and a forestry patrol in the area of Los Royos in Caravaca de la Cruz, in the north-west of the Murcia region.. 07/07/2020

Calasparra hottest place in Murcia Region on Monday with 36.7 degrees C. Just 0.4 of a degree separated Calasparra, Alhama de Murcia, Murcia City, Caravaca and Molina de Segura These temperatures are considered average for July so the Murcia Region had no temperature alerts at all on Monday! It was certainly.. 07/07/2020

Murcia in the 30s today with maximums of 36 in Murcia City and Ricote Valley Temperatures today will be very similar to yesterday Today will be the hottest day of the year so far in several areas of Spain, but Murcia is not amongst them and there are no temperature alerts in the region today; temperatures are average for.. 07/07/2020

Covid Murcia Monday 6th July: 79 active cases in the Murcia Region 3 new cases in the last 24 hours and one recovery 79 active cases, 66 of which are in domestic quarantine (an increase of 3), and 13 in hospital (one less than yesterday), 2 in intensive care (one more than yesterday) 3,379 cases since the onset.. 06/07/2020

5 new drone vigilance pilots qualify in Aledo as fire season hots up Drones have become as essential for vigilance services as being able to swim is for lifeguards 5 new qualified and licensed drone pilots are now ready and willing to join the ranks of Protección Civil volunteers in Aledo having gained the.. 06/07/2020

Mula cancels fiestas patronales in September All summer fiestas have also been cancelled The municipality of Mula has cancelled all summer fiestas in the outlying districts of the municipality as well as the main fiestas patronales in honour of the Niño de Mula and patron saints La Virgen.. 06/07/2020

Turtle comes ashore in La Manga but leaves without laying eggs The tortuga boba was sighted on the playa de Eurovosa in La Manga In the early hours of Saturday morning a large adult female loggerhead turtle came ashore on the beach of Eurovasa in La Manga del Mar Menor and was spotted scratching in the sand.. 06/07/2020

Only 1.6 per cent of Murcians have Covid antibodies; the lowest level on mainland Spain The Region of Murcia, the second lowest seroprevalence in Spain,and the lowest on the mainland The idea of being able to gain herd immunity against the Covid virus in Spain is gradually being shown to be unrealistic following a three part study run.. 06/07/2020

Corvera airport bus service temporarily suspendedThe operator says that flight cancellations are making it impossible to run a service and cover their costs. Just days after publishing the new timetables for golf resort services from Corvera airport, the bus operator has temporarily cancelled.. 06/07/2020

Murcia government has paperwork ready to issue confinement notice if necessary This is ready to go and can be implimented “within hours” Image: Military Emergencies Unit at work On Monday the Murcian regional government held a meeting of the regional Covid Monitoring Committee to analyse the current epidemiological.. 06/07/2020

Four active outbreaks in the Region of Murcia Two new outbreaks are in Cartagena and Murcia; one from an incoming flight On Monday following a meeting of the regional Covid Monitoring Committee, the regional Minister of Health Manuel Villegas, reported that there are now four active Covid outbreaks.. 06/07/2020

Media in a muddle over new Spanish lockdowns Several media worldwide said that La Marina in Alicante province had been locked down, not A Marina in Galicia! At the weekend two areas of Spain announced that they would be re-confining residents following outbreaks of covid. It&rsquo.. 06/07/2020

Covid positive illegal migrant climbs out of hospital window at 3am in CartagenaThis is one of the 108 illegal migrants who arrived in Cartagena last weekend in a small boat and was hospitalised after testing positive for Covid-19. The last week has been a difficult one for racial tension, as the growing number of Covid positive.. 05/07/2020

Saturday 4th July Covid figures for the Region of MurciaOne new case and one hospitalisation in the last 24 hours. 05/07/2020

La Quinta Club in La Manga Club reopens on July 11th 2020 The prestigious multi-ownership club will welcome owners and visitors again through out the summer After over 30 years offering the very best in self-catering accommodation within La Manga Club, arguably the most prestigious golf complex and residential..

Foreign Office Travel Guidance to be relaxed as England scraps quarantine restrictions for SpainTravelling to England from Spain will not require a 14 day quarantine from 10th July - Those travelling from all of the UK to Spain are not required to quarantine. - Until 10th July passengers returning from Spain to all of the UK will.. 03/07/2020

Covid safe bus services from Corvera airport to golf resorts and Costa Cálida towns 2020 How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida.. 03/07/2020

Unemployment rises by 1761 in the Murcia Region Nationally Spain experienced the biggest June increase in unemployment since 2008 June concluded with 1,761 more unemployed in the Region of Murcia, a rise of 22.98% when compared to the same month in 2019, bringing the total to 115,929. .. 02/07/2020

Tragedy on first day of bathing season as 50 year old dies in Águilas The man was seen floating unconscious in the water by pleasure boaters Tragedy struck on the first day of the bathing season when a 50 year old man died in the Mediterranean off the Águilas coastline. The man was seen floating.. 02/07/2020

Latest water quality measurements for the Mar Menor Salinity remains low but the transparency and turbidity have improved The regional Minister for Water and Agriculture, Antonio Luengo, presented the latest water analyses relating to the physical-chemical parameters of the Mar Menor on Wednesday.. 02/07/2020

Three Los Alcázares beaches prohibit bathing due to Gota Fría damage The council says it will not open beaches until it is sure that debris has been fully removed following the Gota Fría last September Image: Mari Luz@mluz All other beaches were flying green flags on the first day of the bathing season.. 02/07/2020

Wednesday Covid Murcia; six new positives bring active cases up to 68 Three of these relate to the Bolivian outbreak Daily Covid figures relating to the current situation in the Region of Murcia confirm that six new cases of Covid-19 have been detected in the last 24 hours, bringing the number of active cases up to.. 01/07/2020

From 1st July travellers to Spain must fill out a Passenger Location Card prior to arrivalAena has contracted 650 further personnel to ensure traveller safety in Spanish airports The Official State Gazette (BOE), has today (1st July) published details of the system of checks on international passengers which will be applied in Spanish.. 01/07/2020

Bus services; Corvera airport Murcia - golf resorts and towns Costa Cálida 2020 NB: THIS HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns.. 01/07/2020

EU funds to restore two more snow wells in the Sierra EspuñaThe “pozos de nieve” supplied ice to the cities and towns of the region prior to the invention of the fridge! As the region swelters in 35 degree heat we take it for granted that the freezer is bulging with cooling ice lollies and ice.. 01/07/2020

King and Queen of Spain to visit Murcia Region on 7th July The royal couple will visit Murcia City and Cieza as part of a nationwide tour The King and Queen of Spain have begun a series of visits to every autonomous region of Spain to support the recovery of the country now that the Covid lockdown has been.. 01/07/2020

Tuesday 30th June Covid cases Region of Murcia; 4 new positives, no deathsThere are now 65 active covid cases in the Region of Murcia Tuesday 30th June and tomorrow borders with 13 non-EU nations and Portugal will open, flights will rack up and the official holiday period in Spain begin, many families moving from the cities.. 30/06/2020

New DGT drones can automatically issue fines; this country cannot bear any more deaths says DGT15 camouflaged vans join the DGT traffic armoury for this summer and three of the new drones can automaticallty issue fines in the same way as a speed camera Normally the first weekend in July sees a massive movement of families from the cities of.. 30/06/2020

Covid safety advice for Ryanair passengers from 1st JulyFrom Wednesday around 1,000 flights daily will resume with new safety measures in place Ryanair Reminds Passengers Of New Health Measures As It Prepares Big Ramp-Up Of Flights From 1st July Ryanair has called on its customers to follow.. 30/06/2020

Murcia government warns that it will reimpose lockdowns if outbreaks worsenRegional president warns of drastic measures if the “serious irresponsibilities” continue The Murcian regional president, Fernando López Miras, has warned of “drastic measures” following the meeting of the regional Covid.. 29/06/2020

Re-sale and semi-new car sales with a one year warranty: English is spoken! Automóviles Ramal have been specializing for over 30 years in the fields of used car sales (complete with one-year warranty) and a wide range of mechanical, repair and upgrade services, and with English-speaking staff available are able to cater for your..

Three out of 108 illegal migrants detained off Cartagena coast are Covid positive 108 illegal immigrants detained off the Cartagena coastline Three have tested positive for Covid-19 so far Update: by late afternoon there were four positives and eight quarantined. The Salvamento Marítimo marine rescue services have.. 29/06/2020

Study says agricultural nitrate use around the Mar Menor must be reduced by 80 percentIt would then take 18 years for the nitrate contamination in the body of water beneath the Campo de Cartagena to recover from its current levels of pollution. Media coverage about the complicated situation relating to the current deterioration of.. 26/06/2020

Busy night of san Juan for emergency services in spite of bonfire prohibitionsSeveral municipalities had banned the lighting of bonfires in an attempt to prevent crowds gathering Emergency Services had a busy Noche de san Juan as in spite of the attempts of local councils to prevent crowds gathering due to the Covid risk.. 24/06/2020

ARQUA sub-aquatic archaeology museum in Cartagena closed for filtration repairs The museum will be closed for five months The Arqua, Spain’s national underwater archaeology museum in the port of Cartagena, is to close its doors to visitors for a further five months due to problems of seawater seeping into the building.. 23/06/2020

Spain will re-establish state of emergency if Covid situation becomes serious First Vice-president Carmen Calvo warned that the state will reimpose the state of emergency either partially or fully if the need arose On Tuesday the first vice president of the Spanish Government, Carmen Calvo, called for caution in order to.. 23/06/2020

Driver of 40 ton lorry in Fortuna accident was 5 times over the limit Two lorries collided leaving tons of lemons scattered over the road The driver of a 40 ton lorry is to face charges after being found to be 5 times over the legal alcohol limit . Police were called to the scene of an accident on the RM-423 in.. 23/06/2020

Corvera airport ready to resume flights from 1st JulyAena has installed ample safety measures to guarantee social distancing for staff and passengers In spite of the continued uncertainty about whether the UK will relax its quarantine regulations for passengers travelling on flights to the country.. 23/06/2020

House prices fall in the regions of Spain worst affected by Covid Analysts say this is hardly surprising and expect prices to fall further this year in the wake of the crisis House prices in the Autonomous Communities of Spain which showed the highest incidence of coronavirus have fallen more than in other regions.. 15/06/2020

Jet2 delays flight restart to July 15th Flights to Alicante resume in July and to Corvera airport in August 2020 Originally Jet2 had planned to resume flights from 1st July but this has now been re-scheduled for 15th July and has cancelled any flights and holidays booked for the.. 10/06/2020

Encina Garden maintenance, design, pruning, clearance in the Murcia RegionProfessional gardening services by English speaking professional gardeners Encina is run by Raúl, who has worked in the UK for many years as well as in Spain and is a fully fluent English- speaking gardening professional, available for work throughout..

Fun n Games African Adventure Golf, fun for all the family in the Mar Menor Golf ResortFun and Games African Adventure Golf on the Mar Menor is now re opened. Crazy golf, giant pool croquet, outdoor skittles and plenty more for a great day out in the Mar Menor area A new addition to the sporting and leisure facilities in the Mar Menor Golf..

King’s College British Schools in Murcia and the Costa Blanca Over 50 years delivering British education with British teachers and the English curriculum For over half a century the King’s College British Schools in Spain have provided a bilingual education to youngsters in Madrid, Alicante and Murcia, following..

247 Locksmith Spain emergency callouts and home security installations throughout Murcia Update security locks in your Costa Cálida home whether you’re living in it or not! Greg at 24-7 Locksmith Spain is fully qualified to carry out all kinds of locksmith services, from lock and key replacements to the fitting of security bolts..

Post office opening times limited to 3 hours in the morning throughout Spain Minimal services are being offered for the duration of the coronavirus crisis The 2,500 offices of Correos, the Spanish post office, are to open for only three hours a day and the number of staff on duty is to be reduced for as long as the coronavirus.. 20/03/2020

Air Menor Plumbing and Air conditioning Services and RepairsAir Conditioning, heating and plumbing services Mar Menor Air Menor. offering Emergency call outs for heating, Air-conditioning and plumbing. Looking for quick and trustworthy Aircon, plumbing and heating services in the Mar Menor and..

Spain approves 20 billion euro package of economic measures to prevent the destruction of employmentCredit is made available to businesses to improve liquidity and temporary redundancies are given greater flexibility The Spanish cabinet has approved a second package of economic measures designed to cushion the impact of coronavirus on the businesses.. 17/03/2020

URGENT APPEAL from Andreas Animal Rescue as coronacrisis deepens81 donkeys and 37 dogs need food now The media is full of news about how the coronacrisis is going to affect our bank balances, the long-term economic effects for business, how much our pensions are going to devalue, how many people will die, but.. 17/03/2020

Rules to observe during the coronavirus lockdown periodPhase 1 relaxes the lockdown restrictions but staying at home and maintaining social distancing is still very important On Saturday 14th March 2020 a Royal Decree was passed declaring a state of emergency throughout Spain due to the Coronavrus/COVID-19.. 17/03/2020

ERTE temporary redundancy schemes and how they affect businesses and the workforce ERTEs are likely to affect millions of employees in Spain during a prolonged coronavirus crisis As it becomes ever clearer that the coronavirus crisis in Spain and the strict measures imposed by the national government to protect the population are.. 17/03/2020

Spanish government orders total lockdown of Spain as State of Emergency is ratifiedFrom 08:00 on Monday morning movement will be restricted across Spain and all but necessary businesses closed From 08:00 on Monday morning the Spanish government has ordered a total lockdown of Spain to restrict the spread of coronavirus. .. 14/03/2020

Cartagena Puerto de Culturas tourist attractions in the city of Cartagena Historic monuments and museums, tourist bus, boat trips and the panoramic lift Cartagena Puerto de Culturas was formed in 2001 by the regional government of Murcia in collaboration with the Town Hall of Cartagena, the local Chamber of Commerce..

Coronavirus case totals in Murcia and Spain - official measures in place to combat the epidemic The latest updates according to official sources throughout Spain NOTE: This page will be updated as new information becomes available The latest information regarding the number of coronavirus cases detected in Spain, the number of fatalities and..

Try an Asiático coffee when visiting the Murcia Region Spicy, historic and delicious – give it a try! The Asiático coffee is synonymous with the historic city of Cartagena, but is also widely available throughout the Murcia Region and is a "must sample" beverage which anyone wishing..

Franciscan nuns selling confectionary in the centre of Murcia at Obrador Convento de San Antonio Traditional sweets and pastries plus a wide range of other products right next to Murcia cathedral The nuns of the Franciscan convent of San Antonio in Algezares, which lies just beneath the sanctuary of the Virgen de la Fuensanta in the mountains to..

4-year fixed term membership deals at the prestigious La Quinta Club in La Manga Club Accessible entry into one of the most sought-after leisure complexes in Europe Such is the prestige of La Manga Club that it could be imagined that membership of the exclusive La Quinta Club multi-ownership development at the heart of the resort.. 04/02/2020

Why some Spanish bank accounts are being blockedAccounts are not being blocked because of anything to do with Brexit; account holders must re-affirm their identity every 2 years regardless of nationality Recently some readers have been expressing concerns over their Spanish bank accounts being.. 04/02/2020

The climate emergency is making intense torrential storms more frequent in Murcia Image: cars washed into the Mar Menor during the storm of September 2019 Aemet warn that events like Storm Gloria are becoming less exceptional Following the third instance of widespread flooding the Region of Murcia in just over four months.. 24/01/2020

Changing UK driving licences to Spanish as Brexit loomsThose who are resident in Spain MUST change their licences UPDATE: The following is based on information confirmed by the DGT in mid-January 2019. However, on 29th January the British Embassy in Madrid stated that the 31st January deadline to.. 17/01/2020

Public and bank holidays in the Region of Murcia 2020 Check now to find the long weekends on the calendar for 2020! National, regional and local holidays in all 45 municipalities of the Region of Murcia Although the official list of public holidays seldom contains any surprises, it always arouses.. 08/01/2020

Ignoring mortgage debt on European property is the worst course of action Avoid debts in Spain being pursued in the UK and consult EU Property Solutions A failure to keep up with mortgage repayments on properties owned abroad will most probably have the same consequences as similar non-payments in your home country, although..

Restaurante Zoco del Mar for fine dining and spectacular views in Águilas Fabulous views and fine dining at Zoco del Mar There are many attractions for visitors to the coastal resort of Águilas in the south-west of the Region of Murcia and alongside amid the beaches, monuments, spectacular countryside and wide range..

EU Property Solutions offer assistance in Spanish mortgage foreclosures and property repossessions Don’t fall into the trap of thinking a Spanish bank won’t track down your UK assets! Since the start of the financial crisis and the property market crash in 2008 Spain has seen well over a quarter of a million properties repossessed - a staggering..

MRM Virtual Associate helping businesses operate efficiently in the Region of Murcia Outsource admin tasks to a trilingual associate and free up time to manage your business Michelle at MRM Virtual Associate has worked for over 20 years in office administration and now, backed by an exceptional team, is able to bring her experience as..

The process of finding a way out of foreign property debt with EU Property SolutionsA 6-step pathway to solving negative equity and other foreign property debt in Spain Over the years the team at EU Property Solutions have built a wealth of experience, learning that every case they deal with differs as each client has different circumstances.. 01/10/2019

4,000 episodes of flooding on the east coast of Spain in the last 1,000 years Flooding has been exacerbated by the change in land use over the last millennium While it is important not to underestimate the intensity of the Gota Fría storm which has caused widespread flooding in Murcia and Alicante over the last few.. 17/09/2019

DGT road closures information pageUp to date information about major road incidents and closures across Spain Click for link A very useful information point for road users during major weather incidents is the Spanish Government DGT (Dirección General de Trá.. 13/09/2019

How liable is your area of the Costa Cálida to flooding? An online tool shows the "floodability" of the entire Segura basin in detail As the threat of torrential storms looms large in the Region of Murcia, with a red alert for possible downpours in place on 12th and 13th September and authorities.. 11/09/2019

Ripped off?????How to complain about car hire companies via Spanish consumer complaints officesThe advice applies to all Spanish airports and any car hire company although the specific complaints we received related to Corvera airport in Murcia This summer has seen a large number of dissatisfied customers airing their views on social media.. 11/09/2019

3rd and 4th October, Les Luthiers perform at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas in Murcia Musical humour at the Murcia auditorium from the veteran Argentinian group The Argentinian musical comedy group Les Luthiers may have been entertaining audiences all over the Spanish-speaking world for well over half a century but the current line-up..

Intensive and long-term Spanish language courses at the Funcarele school in Cartagena Learning Spanish is fun and effective at the only Instituto Cervantes school in Cartagena Funcarele caters for students of all ages and abilities As well as being an unfulfilled aim of many British expats living in the Costa Cálida, learning..

Alcohol and driving in Spain – legal limits and recommendations There seems to have been some confusion lately over the legal limit in Spain for the alcohol level of drivers, but the laws have not changed for some time and the figures above which fines can be issued remain the same. That is to say, for most drivers..

The legend of the Cueva de los Encantados and the night of San Juan in Jumilla Two legends involving men named Bernardo in the municipality of Jumilla As Midsummer Day and the celebrations of San Juan (23rd June) approach, old legends are revived in association with these magical nights, and one of them concerns the cave known as..

A complete range of architecture and interior design services from house extensions to bespoke beachfront villas, A&B Architects A&B Architects, Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida Albasini y Berkhout Arquitectura is a multilingual and multi-faceted firm of architecture and interior design based in the city of Murcia and offering..

Take a Murcia Trike Tour and see the Costa Cálida from a totally different perspective!An exhilarating and unique way to enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Region of Murcia Murcia Trike Tours offers a unique way to enjoy and get to know Cartagena, the Mar Menor and the rest of the Costa Cálida on board classic Rewaco motor trikes..

Murcian Master Belenistas continue the tradition of centuries Manuel Nicolás Almansa, Juan Antonio Griñán Nicolas and Jesús Griñán Nicolás The Region of Murcia has been a focal point for artisan traditions for nearly four thousand years and was not only an important..

The streets of Jumilla flow red with wine as thousands are soaked in the annual Cabalgata70,000 litres of wine was poured over and into the thousands who enjoyed this crazy event Click here to see the full photo gallery/ Haga clic aquí para ver la galería de fotos completa: WWW.JUMILLATODAY.COM Jumilla held its annual..

Wild tortoise ownership in Murcia and Spain: illegal but surprisingly commonHow to get back on the right side of the law if you own a tortoise in Murcia Many members of the public are unaware of the fact, but since 1st July 2015 it has officially been illegal in Spain to own a pet common or spur-thighed tortoise, despite the..

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..

El Valle Wildlife Recovery Centre: Centro de Recuperación de Fauna Silvestre de El Valle Fascinating environmental education visits for groups and families in the mountains just outside Murcia One of the cluster of facilities located near the visitors centre of the El Valle y Carrascoy regional park in the mountains just outside the city..

Prostate cancer tests in Spain are quick and inexpensive at many dispensing chemistsPharmacies in Spain which offer “Análisis Clínicos” can perform PSA tests There has been a sudden rise in the level of awareness of the threat of prostate cancer in the UK following the news that Stephen Fry is currently.. 04/03/2018

Corvera AIRM airport: Your questions answered The Region of Murcia is “taking off for the future” with the new International Airport says Murcia president The opening of the international airport at Corvera will create jobs and boost regional businesses On Saturday the regional.. 26/02/2018

The PR-MU 41 walking route in Sierra Espuña, the Senda de los Siete HermanosA lineal 3.3-kilometre walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña This 3.35-kilometre lineal walk in the mountains of Sierra Espuña takes walkers along a route between two of the most popular places in the regional park, namely the Ricardo Codorn..

English language guided tours of Cartagena, Murcia and throughout the RegionGuided tours in Cartagena and Murcia Mediterranean Cartagena Tours is one of the few fully legal and qualified companies offering group outings, guided tours, and hiking excursions around the Region of Murcia and the province of Alicante, not only in English..

3.85km walk to Punta Negra from Playa de las Cañas in the regional park of CalblanqueA 3.85-kilometre stretch of the GR-92 walk on the coastal plain of the eastern Cartagena coastline Sendero del Mirador de Punta Negra. Distance: 3.85km, lineal walk. This gentle walking route on an unspoilt stretch of the Cartagena coastline in the..

The PR-MU 1 walking route on Cabezo de la Fuente in the regional park of CalblanqueA 7.8-kilometre walk with spectacular views of the Mediterranean coastline in Calblanque Sendero Circular al Cabezo de la Fuente PR-1 This circular route around the 336-metre mountain of Cabezo de la Fuente in the regional park of Calblanque, on the Mediterranean..

The pine processionary caterpillar, a serious threat to dogs and cats in Spain The hairs of the caterpillar can kill inquisitive pets when the insects drop to the ground from their nests in pine trees The pine processionary (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) is so called because members of the species in the caterpillar phase of their life..

Discover the link between Corvera airport and a gastronomic speciality of San Javier! The rival airports are connected through one of the most illustrious families in the modern history of Murcia The 10th January 2018 marks the 95th anniversary of one of the major achievements of Juan de la Cierva y Codorniú, a Murcia-born.. 11/01/2018

Understanding water and the drought in Murcia and the Segura basinWhere our water comes from, what it is used for, and why there isn’t enough In late 2017 the Region of Murcia and the rest of the Segura basin are facing one of the most serious droughts in recent history, with water supplies to agriculture already.. 24/11/2017

The Via Verde de Mazarrón walking and cycling route: First section The 14-kilometre Vía Verde welcomes walkers and cyclists between Mazarrón and La Pinilla When it was decided in the early 20th century that a railway should be built linking Mazarrón to the intended line between Cartagena and.. 09/08/2017

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..

How to register your property in Murcia as a holiday rental propertyTax authorities and the Murcia government are clamping down on undeclared rentals For many years now the tax authorities in Spain have been stepping up their efforts to clamp down on the practice of undeclared (and therefore illegal) holiday rentals.. 31/07/2017

Brexit interview with the British Ambassador to Spain Simon Manley answers questions about how Brexit will affect British nationals with an interest in Spain During the latter part of the week, British Ambassador to Spain, Simon Manley, visited the Region of Murcia, taking time from his busy schedule.. 15/07/2016

Basic information for pet-owners moving to Spain or taking on new petsBasic points to help keep your pet safe and healthy When moving to Spain it is important to note that there are a number of diseases and dangers for pets that aren't found in most other European countries and of which it is very useful to be aware..

Its a steal: how easily thieves can ruin your holiday Look after your passport – watch new videos that reveal the scams that thieves and pickpockets use With tens of thousands of British residents living in Spain, and millions of UK visitors heading for Spanish holiday resorts and beaches this summer.. 06/07/2015

Dog owners beware: stephanotis pods can kill dogs Urgent warning for dog owners Be aware that the seed pods of the Stephanotis plant, also known as Madagascar Jasmine, are lethal for dogs. This is a stunning plant with waxy green leaves and a beautiful white flower which gives off a gorgeous sweet.. 30/05/2015

Electronic prescriptions in the Region of Murcia Repeat prescriptions will no longer mean extra doctor’s appointments The health service of the Region of Murcia is introducing a new electronic prescription service which is designed to make the prescribing and dispensing of medication quicker.. 19/02/2015

Murcia desperate for blood donations: but they don´t want British blood It’s all down to Mad Cow Disease The annual outbreak of flu has not only pressurized Accident and Emergency Services this last few weeks, but has also created a problem for the Region of Murcia blood banks, as many habitual donors have not.. 18/02/2015

Changing a car to Spanish registration plates: the law as it stands When is it necessary to re-register a car with Spanish plates? The new Traffic and Road Safety law which came into force in April 2014 contained one point which has a large impact for foreign nationals who own vehicles in Spain and has caused a vast.. 11/10/2014

Moving to Spain? Think about Healthcare! Plan your healthcare before moving to Spain Moving to Spain, even if for just a few years, is a major decision, one of the most important elements which needs to be considered being planning your healthcare cover. The Spanish healthcare service.. 10/10/2014

Beware bogus emails from the Tax office The Hacienda will never contact residents in this fashion. Bin them Beware the bogus websites Occasionally, someone will contact us concerned about an email they have received directly from the Spanish Tax Authority (Agencia Tributaria). Or so it.. 13/03/2013

Be warned, International Fraudsters take advantage of Spanish bank clearing times Fraudsters take advantage of ambiguity in bank statements Readers have contacted us to issue a warning with allegations of scams being perpetrated by fraudsters using the slowness of the cheque clearing system to extort cash from unwary expats. If.. 01/03/2013

A Time 4 A Change second-hand furniture sales and purchases in the Mar Menor area Second-hand furniture, house clearances and removals based in El Algar and Los Alcázares A Time 4 A Change is run by Kerry and Danny, who took over the ownership of the business in January 2012 and have also opened a second store in Los.. 25/07/2012

The Datura Stramonium is a dangerous plant The Datura stramonium or jimson weed grows throughout the Region of Murcia This week national Spanish TV carried a report about a plant which is worryingly common throughout the Region of Murcia, the Datura stramonium plant, also known as jimson weed, devils..

Francisco Salzillo y Alcaraz, Brief Biography Francisco Salzillo, 1707-1783 Francisco Salzillo y Alcaraz, Born Murcia 12th May 1707 - 2nd March 1783 Francisco Salzillo was one of the greatest Spanish baroque sculptors, dedicated to producing religious works of the highest quality, renowned..

Regular Market Days in the Region of Murcia Regular market days in the Region of Murcia One of the great joys of shopping in Spain is the opportunity to buy fresh products and bargain clothes in the Spanish markets. Theyre awash with colour and noise, shopping trolleys jostling for..

Health Provision and Insurance in Spain Healthcare in Murcia The question of whether we are entitled to receive healthcare in Spain is a complicated one, as it very much depends on the age and residency status of an individual. This attempts to clarify the system and help you..

Almonds General Information and Care Very Rare sight the Lesser spotted almond Cat Almonds Care,Harvesting, Co-operatives & general lnfo · ..

Where to go for HELP in Spain I need some help. Where can I go to find it here in Spain? You are not alone. There are many places that ex-pats can find help.One of the most important ports of call is the British Consulatein Alicante. Their excellent website gives a lot of information..

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