REGION OF MURCIA, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Cartagena Town Hall bricks up properties to deter squatters Houses in the Los Naranjos area of La Palma are being bricked up by council workers In the face of growing concern over the number of squatters occupying unfinished properties in the Los Naranjos development in La Palma, the Town Hall of Cartagena.. 20/02/2020

More Bulgarian and Czech tourists heading for La Manga and the Mar Menor this year 8,500 visitors from eastern Europe are to spend 70,000 nights in the Costa Cálida The Tourism department of the Region of Murcia has finalized agreements this week with Czech and Bulgarian tour operators by which 8,500 visitors will spend.. 20/02/2020

Murcia bomb disposal team deactivates Civil War shell near Yecla Hundreds of Civil War explosives are found every year although the conflict ended 81 years ago The bomb disposal unit of the Guardia Civil in the Region of Murcia report that they have completed a mission to deactivate an artillery shell just outside.. 20/02/2020

Glut of zebra crossings sends Cartagena backstreet viral on social media! 24 crossings in 800 metres in Calle Floridablanca in the Barrio del Peral The modest street of Calle Floridablanca in the Barrio Peral district in the northern outskirts of the city of Cartagena has shot to nationwide fame over the last few days.. 20/02/2020

Traffic disruption inevitable in Murcia on Friday as protesting farmers gather with 250 tractors Columns will make their way to Murcia from the Campo de Cartagena and other areas during the morning Severe disruption is expected on the roads in and around the city of Murcia on Friday 21st February as farmers from all over the Region converge.. 20/02/2020

Sunny skies return to the Costa Cálida Temperatures heading back up into the twenties for the weekend The short spell of slightly inclement weather which affected the Region of Murcia on Tuesday and Wednesday has now come to an end, according to the meteorologists at Aemet, and on Thursday.. 20/02/2020

Courts approve restrictions on events in the Jardín de Floridablanca in Murcia Festive celebrations are to be limited in the oldest public park in Spain is Huermur, a platform group which lobbies constantly of the preservation and protection of items of natural and cultural heritage in and around the city of Murcia, is celebrating.. 19/02/2020

Murcia government reiterates that the Mar Menor is completely safe for bathingAntonio Luengo again calls for the Spanish government to take steps to protect the lagoon Antonio Luengo, the minister for Water, Agriculture and the Environment in the regional government of Murcia, reiterated on Tuesday that the water of the Mar Menor.. 19/02/2020

Two arrested after stealing items worth 20,000 euros from a home in Totana Most of the stolen goods have been recovered by the Guardia Civil Two men in their forties have been arrested by the Guardia Civil in Totana in connection with a burglary during which items worth approximately 20,000 euros were stolen from a property.. 19/02/2020

Fortuna man arrested in connection with the violent deaths of 4 greyhounds Hunters often dispose of their dogs as quickly as possible when they are too old to be of use A resident of Fortuna in central Murcia has been placed under investigation by the Seprona wildlife protection wing of the Guardia Civil following an investigation.. 19/02/2020

Cartagena buys new multacars to enforce parking regulations: more fines!Multa means fine, so watch out for the multacars!!!!! The first multacar was responsible for 3,500 fines over a period of 14 years Drivers in and around the city of Cartagena may have been relieved when the news broke last year that the &ldquo.. 19/02/2020

Los Alcázares presents initial flood protection project to the Murcia government A 2-million-euro budget for increase drainage capacity in the centre of Los Alcázares The Town Hall of Los Alcázares continues to make the search for solutions to the problems of repeated flooding in the town centre a priority, and.. 19/02/2020

95 jobs lost as Sabic closes high-tech plastics plant in Cartagena The La Aljorra plant will be maintained in case re-opening becomes viable in the future Sabic, the Saudi-owned manufacturing company which is among the largest in the world in the fields of petrochemicals, chemicals, industrial polymers, fertilizers.. 19/02/2020

Rain dying out in the Costa Cálida as temperatures begin to rise again Tuesday’s drizzle will die out as the sunshine returns to the Region of Murcia The rain which had been forecast in the Region of Murcia duly arrived on Tuesday, mostly in the form of a persistent drizzle, and Aemet are predicting that more.. 19/02/2020

Dolphins save the day for sailing fans after cancellation of Águilas regatta The Carnival Regatta on Sunday was cancelled due to lack of wind There was disappointment for sailing fans in Águilas on Sunday when a lack of wind forced the cancellation of the first leg of the 2020 Carnival Regatta, but those who had been.. 18/02/2020

Stolen plaque from Cartagena Semana Santa monument recovered Damage to the Monumento al Procesionista has been constant since it was moved to its current location The bronze plaque which was stolen a couple of weeks ago from the plinth underneath the Monumento al Procesionista, a statue or monument in the.. 18/02/2020

8,000 euros for naturalists attempting to reactivate old salt flats alongside the Mar MenorThe salt pans of Marchamalo are a perfect habitat for various wading birds including flamingos The naturalists’ association of ANSE, who campaign tirelessly to protect the natural environment in the Region of Murcia and other parts of south-eastern.. 18/02/2020

Mazarrón promotes dive tourism at major event in Catalunya The marine reserve of Cabo Tiñoso attracts divers to the bay of Mazarrón all year round A delegation from Mazarrón was in the province of Barcelona over the weekend to promote dive tourism in the municipality at the 2020 edition.. 18/02/2020

Murcia temperatures to fall by 10 degrees on Tuesday after reaching 26 on Monday! Rain is likely in most parts of the Costa Cálida as relatively cold weather returns for a day or two At the risk of upsetting readers in the UK and northern Europe, the weather in the Costa Cálida has taken a turn for the worse on Tuesday.. 18/02/2020

Down Syndrome associations plant new trees at Terra Natura Murcia wildlife park The Town Hall aims to double the number of trees in Murcia to 200,000 As part of the on-going initiative by the Town Hall of Murcia to plant more trees throughout the municipality an event was held on Monday morning in which 22 members of various.. 17/02/2020

Another major summer music festival added to the calendar in San JavierFan Futura Fest takes place between 21st and 26th July on the shore of the Mar Menor The municipality of San Javier is to host another major festival for the first time this summer, adding to the Jazz Festival in July and the Theatre, Music and Dance.. 17/02/2020

Murcia government sets aside 56 million euros for the Mar Menor 23 million euros are included in the budget for the department of the Environment The department of Water, Agriculture, Faring, Fishing and the Environment in the regional government of Murcia has announced that within its budget for this year 23.. 17/02/2020

108th birthday for Totana resident: a lot to be said for the quality of life in the Costa Cálida El Tío Juan Rita is the best known trovero in the Murcia Region and still participates in many musical events Last Friday was the 108th birthday of Juan Tudela Piernas, better known as “El Tío Juan Rita”, a well-known character.. 17/02/2020

Totana Town Hall denounces motocross event at circuit where British rider died last year The threat of closure hangs over the Los Balcones circuit near Cañadas de Romero The Town Hall of Totana has announced that legal action is to be taken against the organizers of the regional moto-cross championship which took place at the.. 17/02/2020

Murcia flu epidemic on the wane 17 per cent fewer new cases in the Region last week The flu epidemic of the winter of 2019-20 is reported to be on the wane according to official regional government figures in the Region of Murcia, with the number of new cases reported by the public.. 17/02/2020

Arqua underwater archaeology museum in Cartagena to close for six months The museum is in danger of becoming an underwater exhibit itself due to leaks in the lower floor walls The Arqua, Spain’s national underwater archaeology museum in the port of Cartagena, is to close its doors to visitors for six months due.. 17/02/2020

Up to 26 degrees in Murcia on Monday before the cold returns on Tuesday Maximum temperatures could drop by 10 degrees in Murcia on Tuesday The fine, warm weather which dominated the weekend in the Costa Cálida is forecast to continue on Monday with temperatures in inland areas rising into the mid-twenties, according.. 17/02/2020

80 illegal migrants intercepted off the Costa Cálida over the weekend Another 6 boats were spotted as migrants took advantage of calm sea conditions The fine weather and calm sea conditions in the Mediterranean over the weekend coincided with another wave of north African migrants being intercepted as they attempted.. 17/02/2020

More flights diverted to Corvera airport as fog disrupts services at Alicante-Elche Four extra flights and Corvera on Sunday and more on Monday morning The numbers of flights and passengers at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera in January were boosted artificially by over 200 services being re-directed from the.. 17/02/2020

200 new trees planted in the streets of Cartagena Climate change mitigation combines with urban renovation in numerous districts in the city In the face of the climate emergency one of the small actions which can contribute to mitigating the effects of the alteration in weather patterns is to plant.. 14/02/2020

Pre-emptive action to prevent electric scooter danger on the streets of Cartagena! Primary schoolchildren’s road safety classes are to include scooter riding hints For many years pupils at primary schools in the municipality of Cartagena have received road safety classes as part of their education, benefitting from the collaboration.. 14/02/2020

False coronavirus alarm in Murcia A child who travelled to China a month ago was cleared by tests at the Arrixaca hospital on Thursday The Murcia health service’s coronavirus protocol was close to being fully activated on Thursday at the Virgen de la Arrixaca hospital in El.. 14/02/2020

Former Corvera airport management company must pay 182 million euros to Murcia government 17 years after the airport project was approved the legal wrangling may at last be near to its end It is reported in regional newspaper La Verdad on Friday morning that the long-running dispute between the Murcia government and Aeromur, the company.. 14/02/2020

Brexit makes it advisable to renew UK passports 15 months before expiry date Burgundy passports are on the way out as blue is the new black While the UK officially left the European Union on 31st January it has been repeated many times that the consequences for individual UK nationals have yet to become clear, and this is.. 14/02/2020

Bright sunshine over the weekend as Costa Cálida temperatures remain in the 20s Rain could be on the way to Murcia next week but another few days of sunshine lie ahead first After the extreme weather events which characterised the autumn and early winter in the Region of Murcia this winter the settled February weather (so far.. 14/02/2020

Work begins on Amazon logistical centre alongside Corvera airport Reports in the regional press suggest the workforce could be raised from 200 to 1,000 Work is now beginning on the construction of a new Amazon logistical centre alongside the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera, one of the first major.. 13/02/2020

Coronavirus in China begins to affect Murcia wine and furniture exports The Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona this month has been cancelled due to fears over infection The recent spike in the number of patients diagnosed with coronavirus in China, and in the number of deaths associated with the condition &ndash.. 13/02/2020

Non-Spanish buyers accounted for 1 in 5 Murcia property sales last year 9 homes a day were sold to foreign buyers with UK nationals leading the way Following the confirmation last week that Murcia was one of the few regions in Spain where the number of residential property sales increased last year, further figures made.. 13/02/2020

Murcia close to maximum alert status for pine processionary caterpillars The warm weather is causing a plague of the caterpillars which are potentially lethal for dogs and cats As alert dog and cat owners will doubtless be aware, the pine processionary caterpillar season is currently in full swing in the Region of Murcia.. 13/02/2020

Top temperatures in the low 20s this weekend in the Costa Cálida Fine weather in Murcia expected continue into the second half of February The February weather in the Region of Murcia continues set fair as the middle of the month approaches, with Aemet forecasting a bright and warm end to the week and sunny conditions.. 13/02/2020

28 under investigation across Spain for using poisoned bait and illegal hunting traps Five of those identified were in Fortuna, Mula and Campos del Río 28 people have been placed under investigation by the Seprona wildlife protection wing of the Guardia Civil in connection with the use of outlawed hunting practices including.. 13/02/2020

Opposition in Lorca and Mazarrón to plans for huge offshore fish farm Plans are pending approval for 80 enclosures to be located under 2 kilometres from the coast Considerable opposition is being expressed in Lorca to plans to create a massive fish farm area just off the coast of Puntas de Calnegre, with the Town Hall.. 12/02/2020

63 per cent increase in January passenger numbers at Corvera airport! The figures are distorted by the temporary closures of Alicante-Elche airport during the month Even if the figures are hugely distorted by unusual events during the month, the latest data regarding passenger numbers at the Region of Murcia International.. 12/02/2020

Three minors under investigation in Mazarrón after spate of car vandalism At least a dozen cars were damaged during a mindless spree on 9th December The Guardia Civil of the Region of Murcia has place three minors under investigation in Mazarrón following an investigation into various cases of vandalism to motor.. 12/02/2020

New artisan centre opens in the Pósito building in Lorca The 16th century building is now devoted to the promotion and display of traditional crafts Fernando López Miras, the president of the regional government of Murcia, visited the city of Lorca on Tuesday evening to officially open the new Casa.. 12/02/2020

Merchant vessel picks up 14 African migrants off Cabo Tiñoso The interception took place on Tuesday morning 30 miles from the Costa Cálida 14 African migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean into southern Spain were picked up on Tuesday morning by a merchant vessel 30 miles south of Cabo Tiñ.. 12/02/2020

Former Trampolín Hills boss faces possible 7-year prison sentenceAntonio Martínez turns down plea bargain offer over alleged fraud at Solera El Trampolín Antonio Martínez, one of the former owners and promoters of the failed Trampolín Hills residential development, has turned down a plea.. 12/02/2020

New Murcia solar power plant will provide energy for 25,000 homes The Algibicos farm is under construction in Baños y Mendigo A new solar power plant in Baños y Mendigo, on the southern side of the mountains which separate the city of Murcia from the Campo de Cartagena, is now under construction and.. 12/02/2020

Murcia presents only the second basketball court in Spain to be made of recycled glass Over 18 tons of glass were used to manufacture the eco-friendly court at the Príncipe de Asturias pavilion The first ever basketball court made from recycled glass in Murcia was officially opened and presented on Tuesday outside the Prí.. 12/02/2020

Murcia property sales rose by 1.2 per cent in 2019 The increase came despite a slight fall in Costa Cálida property sales in December This Wednesday saw the publication by the government’s central statistics unit of the residential property sales data for December 2019, showing that.. 12/02/2020

Rare Iberian lynx adapting to life at Terra Natura wildlife park The two specimens are expected to be ready for their debut in public within a couple of months The Terra Natura wildlife park in the outskirts of the city of Murcia has welcomed two very special new arrivals recently in the form of a male and female.. 11/02/2020

Black vultures nesting in Murcia for the first time in over a century The species joins the griffon vulture in the mountains of Lorca and the north-west An article published in regional newspaper La Verdad on Monday highlights the return to the Region of Murcia of the black vulture, with ornithologists excited by.. 11/02/2020

Cartagena Town Hall devotes land in Tallante to experimental desert truffle cultivation The gastronomic delicacy is ideally suited to the climate of the Costa Cálida For a few years now various agriculturalists and chefs in the Region of Murcia have been extolling the virtues of the desert truffle as a gastronomic delicacy and.. 11/02/2020

Just 3 years behind bars for Murcia man described as the best banknote forger in Spain Juan Pedro González Sánchez was found in possession of fake notes with a face value of millions of euros Over three years since the trial began in Murcia of the biggest and, according to the authorities, the best banknote forger in.. 11/02/2020

Sheraton hotel in Hacienda del Álamo denies having laid off staff The company reports having maintained its full staff since the hotel re-opened It was reported on Monday that in the face of a downturn in tourism in the Costa Cálida following the effects along the coast of three major storms and the acceleration.. 11/02/2020

12.5 million euros to protect major roads in Murcia against future flooding The RM-19 motorway near San Javier is usually one of the first to close in episodes of heavy rain José Ramón Díez de Revenga, the minister for Infrastructures and Development in the regional government of Murcia, presented his.. 11/02/2020

500 pay homage in Cartagena to migrants who died crossing the MediterraneanFlowers cast into the sea in memory of those who failed to reach Spain and southern Europe Approximately 500 people gathered on the seafront in Cartagena on Sunday to pay homage to the migrants who have lost their lives attempting to cross the Mediterranean.. 11/02/2020

Winter flu epidemic has peaked in Murcia says government minister 92 still in hospital and 9 dead from complications to already existing conditions A good indicator that the spring is arriving in the Costa Cálida is that the Health authorities of the Region of Murcia are now confident that the annual winter.. 11/02/2020

A chance for Bremainers to fight for individual EU citizenship? UK nationals opposed to Brexit believe they could apply for individual associate EU citizenship The UK has now left the European Union and the two sides have the remainder of 2020 to negotiate their future relationship, but a considerable number.. 10/02/2020

New drains to improve floodwater collection in San Javier Over 600,000 euros are being spent on an 850-metre pipe in the Barrio de los Pescadores On Friday 7th February the Mayor of San Javier, José Miguel Luengo, received a visit from the head of the Water department in the regional government of.. 10/02/2020

Plans announced for water and wildlife park in San Javier Ecologists are likely to object to a new development so close to the Mar Menor The Town Hall of San Javier has published information concerning the proposed construction of a water and zoological park similar to Terra Natura in the city of Murcia.. 10/02/2020

Floating submarine museum proposal outlined for the seafront in Cartagena Image (copyright): The S-61 “Delfín” in Torrevieja The Delfín submarine has been awaiting its fate in Cartagena since being withdrawn from service 15 years ago It is 15 years since the Spanish navy’s S-62 &ldquo.. 10/02/2020

Restoration and cleaning continue at the Mar Menor and Mediterranean beaches of Cartagena Thoughts are already turning to the start of the beach tourism season at Easter It is still some time before the beach tourism season begins in the Costa Cálida around Easter, which this year falls in early April, but following the extreme.. 10/02/2020

Muddy rain is more common in Murcia than anywhere else in Spain! Washing the car or the patio in the Costa Cálida brings more frustration than in the rest of the country! A study undertaken by the meteorologists of Aemet in the Region of Murcia confirms what many car owners (and patio washers) will have.. 10/02/2020

Burglar arrested after leaving his car badly parked in Los NietosResidents identified the man as he attempted to retrieve his car from a tow truck A man was arrested by the Policía Local of Cartagena on Saturday 8th February in connection with a series of burglaries in Los Nietos, in the municipality of Cartagena.. 10/02/2020

Difficult months ahead for the Mar Menor says Murcia government minister The lagoon will turn green again “sooner rather than later” if the national government don’t take action, says Javier Celdrán Murcia regional government minister Javier Celdrán, speaking after a meeting of the regional.. 07/02/2020

New street and beach furniture for Los Nietos Cartagena Town Hall invests in replacements after the storm damage of the winter The Town Hall of Cartagena has announced that a fund of 125,000 euros awarded to the municipality by the ITREM regional tourism authorities is to be dipped into to provide.. 07/02/2020

Authorized pig farming land up for auction 400 metres from Camposol Permission was given for a macro-piggery to be reactivated two years ago The plans to open a large pig farm just 400 metres from Sector A of the residential development of Camposol in the north of Mazarrón appear to have hit problems, with.. 06/02/2020

Potentially dangerous dog breeds cause overcrowding at the animal pound in Murcia The implementation of the “zero sacrifice” policy leaves the Zoonosis Centre struggling to cope Many people welcome the “zero sacrifice” policies adopted by the regional government and local authorities in the Region of Murcia.. 06/02/2020

30,000 speeding fines in 2019 were issued as a result of just 2 radar traps in Murcia One camera in Valencia detected almost 60,000 offences! Figures have been published this week regarding the number of speeding fines imposed as a result of the fixed radar speed traps installed by the DGT Spanish traffic authorities on roads all.. 06/02/2020

Foreign tourists spent over 1.1 billion euros in the Costa Cálida during 2019 British visitors accounted for over 42 per cent of all those coming to Murcia from abroad Each visitor from outside Spain spent well over 1,000 euros in Murcia The breakdown of the figures regarding the international tourism sector in Spain during.. 06/02/2020

34 tons of biomass removed recently from the beaches of San Pedro del Pinatar Since 2017 around 5,000 tons of biomass have been cleared from the shore of the Mar Menor Miriam Pérez, the head of the Mar Menor department in the regional government, visited the beaches of Villananitos and La Puntica in San Pedro del Pinatar.. 06/02/2020

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

Motor vehicle tax now payable in Cartagena Surcharges will be levied on motorists failing to pay the IVTM tax before 31st March The Town Hall of Cartagena has issued a reminder to motorists in the municipality that the motor vehicle tax known as the IVTM (Impuesto sobre Vehículos de.. 04/02/2020

La Finca Resort 5-star hotel with golf course and spa centre in the southern Costa Blanca Get away from it all and enjoy the luxury of La Finca just a short drive from the Mar Menor Located just outside the town of Algorfa in the south of the province of Alicante, the 5-star hotel of La Finca Resort stands alongside one of the most picturesque.. 24/01/2020

Murcia researchers make advances in canine leishmaniosis diagnosis Up to 35 per cent of dogs are infected with the disease in some parts of Spain Researchers at the faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Murcia are making encouraging progress in their efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness.. 24/01/2020

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

New, state-of-the-art campus at the International British-curriculum school ELIS Murcia in Montevida to open in September 2020 ELIS Murcia will inaugurate new facilities for Secondary and Sixth Form students Murcia grows and El Limonar International School Murcia grows with it. Earlier this year, the ELIS Cognita Executive Principal, Chris Eversden, announced the acquisition.. 23/01/2020

Online booking for seats at the main 2020 Carnival parades in Águilas Secure a guaranteed vantage point for the most spectacular Carnival parades in the Costa Cálida As the start of the spectacular Carnival celebrations in Águilas approaches the Town Hall and the Federación de Peñas have.. 10/01/2020

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

Flights to and from the Murcia airport in Corvera during 2020 Seats are available on services to and from 22 destinations The UK dominates flight schedules but Luton and East Midlands seem to have been dropped As the new year begins there are plenty of fingers crossed regarding the Region of Murcia International.. 08/01/2020

Sabores y Sabores; free recipes for sustainable fish consumption here in the Murcia RegionRecipes from Águilas, Mazarrón, Cartagena and San Pedro del Pinatar featuring sustainable fish species The Asociación Columbares is a non-profit making organisation which is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all.. 22/11/2019

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

Check you are on the Padrón and that you have renewed within the last 5 years as no-deal Brexit looks increasingly likely Padrón and voting rights for UK nationals will change significantly with Brexit This week developments in the UK could indicate that the country is heading for a no-deal Brexit, in which case all of us living and working in Spain will find.. 30/08/2019

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..

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..

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

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..

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

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

Beware fraudsters. 8 things your bank will never ask you to do Fraud is on the increase, particularly on the internet so be aware of potential scams Fraud hurts and there’s nothing worse than being ripped off by an unscrupulous conman. Although the internet is one of the most useful tools for rapid communication.. 26/10/2014

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

European Union rules that Spanish Inheritance Tax practices are illegal The European Court of Justice orders Spain to change inheritance tax laws The implications of this are huge for those who may already have paid inheritance tax at the “international rates”. Expats who have chosen to move to Spain are.. 05/09/2014

Holiday rentals: a target for the Spanish Inland RevenueAny expats living in Spain must also declare pensions as income even if they are below tax paying thresholds Tax inspections are targeting 27.696 Expat pensioners and former non-residents who have not declared income Buying a property for your own.. 08/07/2014

The cost of buying a house in Spain What are all the costs involved when purchasing a Spanish property If you’ve been wondering about buying a house in Spain, now is the time. There is plenty of property out there and it’s on the market at a very good price. Lots of foreigners.. 08/07/2014

New law: Traffic department laws relating to foreign registered vehicles Children under 16 must now wear cycle helmets, and children are not allowed in the front seat of a vehicle On 20th March 2014 the Spanish parliament passed its new law governing Traffic, Motor Vehicles and Road Safety, which contains a number of major.. 24/03/2014

British residents living in Spain must now make passport applications online The new process aims to minimise errors for those living here in Spain Passport applications for Britons resident overseas must now be made via the GOV.UK website All British residents living in Spain must now make their passport applications.. 12/02/2014

Energy efficiency saves money Energy certificates are not just a piece of meaningless paper A study carried out by a company in Murcia has concluded that the benefits of living in a home with a top level energy performance certificate could equate to between 1,000 and 2,500 euros.. 06/02/2014

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..