MURCIA NEWS

Spanish airport strike threat before Easter could disrupt millions of passengersGround staff at 12 airports spread across Spain are threatening to walk out from March 27 Anyone heading to Spain this Easter could face delays, disruption and even flight cancellations, with fresh airport strikes on the cards at some of the country.. 27/03/2026

Wetherspoon is already opening its 2nd and 3rd pubs in Spain! Here's where...The announcement comes hot on the heels of the company’s first foray into Spanish pubs a month ago Following the success of its newly opened pub at Alicante Airport in February 2026, UK pub chain J D Wetherspoon is already planning to open two.. 27/03/2026

Clocks go forward this Sunday 29th March 2026: All you need to know about daylight saving timeSpain is counting down to the start of daylight savings time later this month Just as we were getting used to the winter routine, the clocks are about to change once more. If you’ve found yourself wondering whether they go forward or back this.. 27/03/2026

Spain to scrap IVA for thousands of self-employed workersFreelancers in Spain earning under €85,000 set to save time, stress and around €660 a year There’s finally some welcome news for often neglected autónomos in Spain that could make a real difference both financially and day to.. 27/03/2026

Eight new Murcia eateries shine with Repsol's 'Soletes'Eight local bars and restaurants in the Region of Murcia have been awarded Soletes, bringing the community’s total to 112 recommended spots The Repsol Soletes, or “Little Suns”, recognise places where quality and warmth meet an affordable..

The white diamond road sign in Spain: Don’t get caught outIt marks a special lane for shared cars, but misuse can lead to a €200 fine If you’ve been driving around Spain lately and spotted a white diamond symbol on a blue background, you might have wondered what it means. This sign is popping up more often..

Camposol Legal Platform report questions validity of proposed Biogas plant plansA 176-page multi-faceted technical report shines light on omissions and shortcomings A 176-page multi-faceted technical report shines light on the omissions and shortcomings contained in the plans submitted to construct biogas plant approximately 1 kilometre.. 27/03/2026

Cartagena beach bars ready to welcome Easter crowds after last year's paperwork nightmareGood weather and sorted paperwork mean Cartagena is ready to make the most of the holiday rush What a difference a year makes. It was almost full summer in 2025 before the Cartagena beach bars ironed out the paperwork and finally started opening.. 27/03/2026

Bullfighting crowds fall sharply despite funding and pockets of renewed interestNew report points to long-term decline in attendance even as subsidies and tourism keep the tradition visible Bullfighting in Spain may still be making headlines, but new figures suggest the reality inside the arenas tells a very different story. &.. 27/03/2026

Mercadona unveils first next-generation 'Store 9' supermarket in MurciaNew Águilas store promises more fresh produce space, smoother shopping and greener technology Mercadona has opened its first ‘Store 9’ supermarket in the Region of Murcia, bringing a new style of shopping to Águilas with a strong.. 27/03/2026

Los Alcázares launches exciting digital campaign to attract more visitorsA mix of social media, video content and influencer promotion is planned to showcase the very best of Los Alcázares Los Alcázares is gearing up for a major tourism push with plans to promote the town across social media, TV and online.. 26/03/2026

Mazarrón residents left waiting as hundreds of new bins sit unused for monthsHundreds of new brown bins have been abandoned in Mazarrón as the council struggles to launch the long-promised service Hundreds of brand new brown waste bins have been sitting idle in Mazarrón for months, simply because there are no.. 26/03/2026

Murcia weekend weather forecast March 26-29: Cloudy with a chance of rainThere will be some overcast moments this weekend, and some rain is forecast for certain areas, but it will mostly be bright and mild Murcia weather forecast, Friday March 27   It will be a sunny weekend in the Region of Murcia, for the.. 26/03/2026

Jumilla cleans up the area around the 17th-century aqueduct just outside the townThe Acueducto del Pontón stands in an area formerly used for salt production in Jumilla At a cost of just 2,500 euros the Town Hall of Jumilla has completed a clean-up of the area around the historic Acueducto del Pontón just outside the.. 26/03/2026

Fears of burglary and squatting rise in Murcia as most homes still lack alarmsNew report reveals growing concern over home security, with cost seen as a major barrier to better protection Concerns about home security are on the rise in the Region of Murcia, even though relatively few households have installed alarm systems. &.. 26/03/2026

Pat Metheny returns to San Javier for the Jazz Festival in JulyOther artists already confirmed include Camille Thurman, Young Gun Silver Fox, The Brand New Heavies, Carles Benavent and Chico Pérez It has been confirmed at the presentation of the official poster for the 28th edition of the San Javier International.. 26/03/2026

Increased tourist information services in Lorca during Easter WeekHotel occupancy rates are at 100 per cent as visitors flock to Lorca for Semana Santa As Semana Santa begins across Spain the sense of anticipation in Lorca is growing, with the city gearing itself up for the spectacular parades and the massive influx.. 26/03/2026

Luxury new-build villa on El Alba Resort, Roldan for only € 315,000This 2-bed detached property with private pool is brought to you by Simply Spanish Homes Anyone searching for a stylish place in the sun will want to take a closer look at this beautifully finished 2-bedroom villa in El Alba Resort, Roldán.. 26/03/2026

Brussels to probe Zincsas toxic waste scandal in CartagenaEuropean Parliament set to scrutinise years of local inaction on hazardous site After more than 15 years of complaints from Cartagena residents about dangerous waste from the former Española del Zinc factory, the European Parliament is finally.. 25/03/2026

Mar Menor recovery project suffers major loss after oyster farm line disappearsThe latest Mar Menor theft has majorly disrupted a vital three-year study of the fragile lagoon ecosystem Efforts to restore the Mar Menor have taken another hit after a key scientific experiment involving oysters suddenly disappeared.  .. 25/03/2026