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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

Does using car heating waste fuel in Spain? A mechanic has the answerThe science behind why warming up your car during the Spanish winter doesn’t hit your wallet Just as motorists wonder how much blasting the air conditioning during the scorching summer months will cost them in fuel, in winter drivers in Spain.. 14/01/2026

Scams on the rise in Alicante as police warn of growing threatsFake bank calls, bogus rentals and child-in-distress schemes top the list of crimes troubling the province Alicante residents are being warned to stay alert as scams continue to rise across the province. Building on previous, recent alerts about increasing.. 14/01/2026

Housewives in Spain can claim €629 pension each month in 2026Thousands of women across Spain who dedicated their lives to unpaid domestic work can now claim non-contributory retirement benefit For decades, millions of women across Spain have spent their lives running households and raising families without.. 14/01/2026

Tourism in Spain hits the brakes after years of rapid growthThe experts say the slowdown is natural and the industry remains in strong shape throughout Spain heading into 2026 Spain’s tourism industry is beginning to slow its pace after several years of rapid post-Covid growth, with new figures showing.. 13/01/2026

Former employees accuse Julio Iglesias of sexual assault at Caribbean homesTwo women say they faced control, intimidation and abuse while working for the singer in 2021 Two former employees of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias have accused him of sexual assault, describing what they say was an atmosphere of fear, control and abuse.. 13/01/2026

Retirees beware: Spanish pension scam letters are back in circulationFraudsters claiming to offer pension increases are targeting retirees in Spain with fake requests for ID and bank details Pensioners across Spain are being warned about a nasty scam that's doing the rounds again this January, just as people are.. 13/01/2026

Alicante Policía Nacional warns of rising scams and car theftsCybercrime up 14% in 2025 with vehicle break-ins also on the increase The Policía Nacional in Alicante is urging residents to stay vigilant as online scams and thefts from cars continue to climb. Between January and September 2025, cybercrimes.. 13/01/2026

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.. 13/01/2026

Landlords in Spain offered 100% tax bonus to freeze rentsThe government has unveiled new measures to tackle soaring rental prices in Spain but faces backlash from left-wing allies President of the Spanish Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major shake-up of Spain's rental market, promising.. 13/01/2026

Endesa Spain suffers a cyberattack and confirms the theft of customer dataNames, contact details, ID numbers and bank account information all across Spain may have been compromised Energía XXI, the main energy supplier for Endesa, one of Spain's biggest electricity and gas companies, has told customers their.. 12/01/2026

Higher motorway tolls are on the way across Spain in 2026Tolls throughout Spain are set to rise by 2% every year until 2032 Drivers using certain Spanish motorways will see tolls rise by 2% each year between now and 2032, following a decision published in the Official State Gazette on December 18 after.. 12/01/2026

Doctors warn of tougher protests in February as strike threat returnsMedical unions say talks with the Health Ministry have broken down and warn action could escalate into an indefinite strike Doctors across Spain are preparing to step up their protests in February, warning that mobilisations will be “much more intense.. 12/01/2026

Two Vega Baja Mediterranean Trail routes shortlisted for prestigious Certified Trail AwardThe spectacular routes between Guardamar and Pilar de la Horadada pass through 30 points of interest along the coast Two stages of the GR 92 'Mediterranean Trail' that run along the entire coast of the Vega Baja del Segura have been shortlisted.. 12/01/2026

Spanish police warn new V-16 beacon could help criminals target stranded driversThe Guardia Civil in Spain has raised concerns about vehicle theft and 'pirate tow trucks' exploiting breakdown locations The highly controversial V-16 emergency beacon that became mandatory in Spain on January 1 might not be the safety breakthrough.. 12/01/2026

Make 2026 the year you move to Spain with expert help from MyMoveSpainA decade of expertise helping British and international residents navigate Spanish residency with ease If 2026 is the year you've earmarked for your move to Spain, the good news is that making it happen is entirely within reach, especially when.. 12/01/2026

The trick for homeowners in Spain to pay less income tax in 2026What property owners in Spain need to know now to reduce their next Declaración de la Renta It might feel a little bit early but just like every year, the dreaded 2026 income tax return season will be upon us before we know it. Everyone wants to..