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Big changes to pet travel rules between the UK and Spain come into force this AprilFrom April 22, UK residents will no longer be able to rely on EU-issued passports when travelling to Europe with their pets If you regularly travel between the UK and Spain with your dog, cat or ferret, there’s an important update coming into force..

Get paid to recycle: Spain is finally introducing its long-awaited deposit return schemeThe new deposit and return scheme for drinks cans and plastic bottles will be rolled out across Spain in November Spain is finally catching up with much of Europe by introducing a deposit return scheme for drinks containers, and not before time.. 24/04/2026

Spain unveils €7 billion housing plan with grants for renovations, rentals and first-time buyersThe plan will run until 2030 with funding shared between the central government and regional authorities throughout Spain The Spanish government approved a new State Housing Plan this Tuesday April 21, setting out how up to €7 billion.. 24/04/2026

Torrevieja unveils plans for new foodie market to rival Madrid and SevilleMore than 2,000 m² of fresh produce, gourmet food and places to eat are coming to the heart of Torrevieja Torrevieja will soon have a brand new gastronomic market and it's shaping up to be quite a destination. The city council has awarded.. 24/04/2026

Alexa+ arrives in Spain with a smarter, more natural way to help at homeAmazon’s upgraded assistant is rolling out in Early Access, with more personal features and a monthly fee after launch Alexa+ is now arriving in Spain, and Amazon says the new version is designed to sound more natural, understand context better.. 24/04/2026

Crackdown coming on illegal Alicante Airport car parksAlicante City Council plans to regulate around 100 unlicensed car parks on rural land near the airport The patchwork of unofficial car parks surrounding Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is finally facing a long-overdue shake-up after.. 24/04/2026

DGT Spain launches free helpline for road accident victims, and it's available in EnglishThe 018 number offers psychological, legal and medical support to motorists across Spain and operates in 50 languages Anyone affected by a road accident in Spain now has a free dedicated helpline to turn to, and it's available in English. From.. 24/04/2026

Petrol station strike called off in Spain after workers and bosses reach a dealGood news for Spain's May bank holiday drivers following a last-minute agreement on pay and conditions Drivers planning to hit the open road on the May bank holiday weekend can breathe a little easier as the petrol station strikes planned for.. 23/04/2026

Three of Orihuela Costa's most flood-prone waterways are finally getting the clear-out theyOrihuela City Council has kicked off a three-month project targeting invasive vegetation and built-up debris along the coastal strip Orihuela City Council has launched a new round of cleaning and maintenance work on waterways along Orihuela Costa.. 23/04/2026

More taxi strikes planned across Alicante, Valencia and Castellón in ongoing row with ride-hailing apps Taxis in Alicante claim the expansion of ride-hailing services like Uber and Cabify has got “out of control” in recent years Taxi drivers across the Valencian Community are preparing to take to the streets again, with new protests.. 23/04/2026

Sunshine fades as clouds and showers move in: Alicante weekend weather April 23-26Cooler air moves in, bringing more cloud and the chance of rain across parts of the province After a few weeks of almost summer-like weather, with temperatures reaching nearly 30 degrees in some places, many will have already packed away the winter.. 23/04/2026

Spain's endangered 'sad duck' makes a comeback after €6.37m wetland rescue projectWetland restoration across Murcia, Alicante and Andalucia has helped nearly quadruple breeding numbers since 2021 Often described as Spain’s “sad-looking” duck thanks to the dark markings around its eyes, the marbled teal is starting.. 22/04/2026

San Miguel cracks down on illegal dumping with €800 fine issued to offenderNearby Orihuela Costa has been calling on the authorities to take tougher action for years San Miguel de Salinas police have issued an €800 fine after identifying the person responsible for dumping rubbish illegally beside bins in the municipality.. 22/04/2026

Where to find electric car charging points in Spain using this live mapA simple online map shows thousands of charging locations across Spain and helps plan longer journeys If you drive an electric car in Spain, knowing where to charge it can feel like a bit of a guessing game. And no motorist wants to feel lost when.. 22/04/2026

El Fogón flea market in Guardamar ordered to close after years of legal disputeStall holders have been told not to set up this Sunday at the N-332 site as the legal battle continues in court Guardamar del Segura is determined to enforce the closure of the well-known El Fogón Sunday flea market this weekend, bringing a.. 22/04/2026

Safety boost for Torrevieja street market as ambulance service introduced on FridaysThe emergency services will be available at the hugely popular Antonio Soria Park market from April 24 Torrevieja’s massively popular Friday street market is set to have its own ambulance service on site from April 24, in a move aimed at improving.. 22/04/2026

Spain air travel row grows as airlines deny fuel crisis while others warn of shortagesConflicting messages leave travellers unsure whether to book their flights to Spain now or wait as fuel costs surge Airlines and aviation experts are sending very mixed signals right now, leaving holidaymakers in Spain unsure whether they should be.. 22/04/2026

Queues, confusion and pressure as Spain's migrant regularisation opens nationwideApplicants face long waits and system issues while councils warn of strain on local services  Spain’s new migrant regularisation process has begun with scenes of long queues, technical problems and growing pressure on local services, as thousands.. 21/04/2026

Spain's tiniest inhabited island is fighting for independence from AlicanteWith barely 60 winter residents, Tabarca Island has started the process of breaking away from local government control Tabarca, the tiny 30-hectare island just off the coast of Alicante and Spain's smallest inhabited island, is making a move for.. 21/04/2026

The city straddling two continents is now a direct flight away from AlicantePegasus Airlines will launch a new year-round route from the Costa Blanca hub this June If you've ever fancied exploring a city where Europe meets Asia, now’s your chance. Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is adding a direct.. 21/04/2026