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30 reported for breaking lockdown at Palm Sunday Mass in Murcia Each attendee could be fined up to 3,000 euros Holy Week or Semana Santa is now under way in Murcia and throughout Spain, with all processions and religious ceremonies cancelled unless they are held by video conference, but the local police in the.. 06/04/2020

42,800 rapid coronavirus testing kits ready for use in Murcia Confirmed case numbers are likely to rise but analysts expect a plateau to be reached this week It has been a long time coming, but as Holy Week begins the health service of the Region of Murcia (SMS) is finally ready to begin using over 42,000 coronavirus.. 06/04/2020

The return to normality after coronavirus will be drawn-out and gradual in Spain No dates can yet be set regarding the resumption of normal life While the Spanish government has announced that the coronavirus emergency lockdown is to be prolonged until at least 26th April it has also been stated that after the date the restrictions.. 06/04/2020

6th April coronavirus update in Spain: 637 new deaths but the figure is the lowest in two weeks Signs of a flattening of the upward curve in the number of active Covid-19 cases The latest figures made public on 6th April show that there have now been 135,032 cases of the coronavirus confirmed in Spain, following a rise of 4,273 in the last.. 06/04/2020

Drones help enforce lockdown restrictions in Lorca Live aerial monitoring enables the police to clamp down on lockdown breakers With police resources being devoted throughout Spain at present to enforcing the lockdown restrictions during the coronavirus emergency, the Policía Local in Lorca.. 06/04/2020

Police lockdown checks stepped up on Mazarrón roads for Semana Santa Easter holidaymakers are not welcome in the Costa Cálida this year! During Semana Santa (or Holy Week) there is usually an influx of visitors to the municipality of Mazarrón as tourists and holiday home owners head for the beaches of.. 06/04/2020

A mostly sunny start to Easter Week in the Costa Cálida Temperatures reaching the low 20s in Murcia as Semana Santa begins A band of cloud and rain which is likely to affect much of Spain on Monday and Tuesday this week will largely miss the Region of Murcia, according to the forecasters at the State.. 06/04/2020

Murcia asks for extra help in intercepting Easter holiday visitors during lockdown All along the coast patrols and roadblocks have been intensified but residents still report the arrival of unwanted visitors from the cities The regional government of Murcia and various Town Halls are asking for further assistance from Spain.. 06/04/2020

Spain prepares to implement Noah’s Ark strategy in the fight against the coronavirus The plan consists of mass testing and isolating asymptomatic patients in special facilities Pedro Sánchez, the President of the Spanish government, has requested that each of the country’s 17 regions provide a list of public or privately.. 06/04/2020

9 more coronavirus deaths on Sunday take the total in Murcia to 68 Covid-19 case numbers in the Region appear to be reaching a plateau While the latest figures relating to the spread of the coronavirus throughout Spain on Sunday provided tentative indications that the pandemic may be being brought under control.. 06/04/2020

State of Emergency extended in Spain as cases pass 130,000The number of deaths passed 12,000 on Sunday lunchtime The government will permit a partial return to work from the 13th April On Saturday Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that he would be seeking the approval of Congress to extend.. 05/04/2020

The Spanish government recommends tripling the proposed green belt around the Mar Menor Water quality data reflect a sharp deterioration in the parameters measured over the last year There is an understandable tendency at present for the coronavirus emergency to overshadow all other items in the news in the Region of Murcia, but it.. 03/04/2020

Government warns of Zero tolerance against Covid positives breaching the lockdownThe Spanish government delegate says that irresponsible Covid-positive individuals will be fined heavily Spain is divided into 17 Autonomous Regions, or communities, each with its own regional government, and each region has a “Government Delegate.. 03/04/2020

3rd April Spain update: government studies lockdown extension as the death toll reaches almost 11,000 The virus multiplies 1,000 times faster than the SARS virus of 2002 and is present in the throat as well as the lungs The latest national figures presented on Friday for coronavirus cases in Spain show a further 932 deaths in the last 24 hours.. 03/04/2020

Cloudy intervals but an improvement in the Murcia weather is forecast at last! Last month was the third wettest March on record in the Costa Cálida The second half of March brought an almost uninterrupted series of rainy days to the Region of Murcia to coincide with the start of what looks like being a long coronavirus.. 03/04/2020

Sharp rise in supermarket sales of beer, crisps and chocolate during the coronavirus lockdown Spaniards resume their normal social habits but do so at home rather than in bars and cafés A report compiled by the Spanish consumer magazine Inforetail reveals that among the few companies to benefit from the coronavirus pandemic in this.. 03/04/2020

Seat adapts its production line to manufacture 300 respirators a day Medical equipment company Hersill is to produce another 100 machines every day Efforts continue in Spain to acquire more equipment in order to treat the thousands of coronavirus patients in hospitals all over the country, and on Thursday the Ministry.. 03/04/2020

Coronavirus recoveries in Murcia double to 90 but first doctor dies in the region The number of patients in hospital falls slightly but there is no room for complacency in observing the lockdown The daily evening update on the coronavirus pandemic in Murcia on Thursday evening revealed that a further 61 cases of Covid-10 have.. 03/04/2020

Murcian health service says leave mask-making to the professionals The shortage of protective clothing is the biggest cause of concern for health professionals working hard to combat the corona virus, but although members of the public are keen to help out making home-made masks, the health authority has been.. 02/04/2020

2nd April coronavirus round-up in Spain – new record daily death toll as figures show massive destruction of jobs 10,000 fatalities since the crisis began but the Minister for Health sees grounds for optimism in the latest figures The latest daily coronavirus update on Thursday 2nd April provides sobering news for any who might have thought that a downturn in.. 02/04/2020

The coronavirus claims a record daily death toll in Spain as the total reaches 10,000 950 more fatalities in the last 24 hours as the number of confirmed cases tops 110,000 The daily coronavirus update published at 11.30 on Thursday 2nd April provides sobering news for any who might have thought that a downturn in the Covid-19 epidemic.. 02/04/2020

2nd April coronavirus news round-up in Murcia: death toll up to 42 but lockdown breakers endanger the population Case numbers still growing as the economic consequences become more apparent On a day when the latest medical bulletin provided by the Murcia health service (SMS) provides some timid indications that the extent of the Covid-19 pandemic in the Region.. 02/04/2020

Two arrested over street party in Alcantarilla which ended with violent attacks on the police A group of residents attacked police officers enforcing the coronavirus lockdown Two men are being held in the cells of the Policía Nacional after they were arrested on 31st March for attempting to hold street parties in Alcantarilla, with.. 02/04/2020

Thursday morning total:5 more coronavirus deaths in Murcia and 43 more cases confirmed Fewer patients in hospital but it is still essential to obey the lockdown On another black day for Spain during the coronavirus pandemic, with the death toll related to the virus having risen by another 864 on Wednesday, the latest figures published.. 02/04/2020

17 in Murcia reported to the police for disobeying coronavirus quarantine orders Even patients isolated in their homes fail to respect lockdown! There have been numerous cases of members of the public failing to obey the coronavirus lockdown restrictions in Murcia and venturing out into the streets without adequate justification.. 01/04/2020

Round-up of Murcia coronavirus news on Wednesday 1st April Drones in service in Murcia to detect cyclists and walkers on Day 19 of the coronavirus lockdown As the Region of Murcia reaches Day 19 of the Covid-19 lockdown almost all eyes in the regional press are on the rising totals of cases, fatalities and.. 01/04/2020

Coronavirus recoveries now outnumber fatalities in Murcia 43 patients have been given the all-clear after the figure doubled on Tuesday The latest figures regarding Covid-19 which were published by the Murcia health service and the regional government on Tuesday evening provide a mixture of good and bad.. 01/04/2020

Social security contributions for the self-employed in Spain are suspended for 6 months Relief for autónomos as no interest or surcharges will payable on deferred contributions One of the latest measures introduced by the Spanish government on Tuesday afternoon as part of the continuing attempts to soften the drastic impact of.. 31/03/2020

1.7 million facemasks arrive for medical professionals in Murcia 20,000 rapid coronavirus testing kits have still not reached the regional health service There was some welcome news for the employees of the regional health service of Murcia on Monday as they struggle to cope with the demand for their services.. 31/03/2020

Only three mourners allowed at funerals during the coronavirus emergency in Spain A total ban is imposed on wakes and funeral vigils as Covid-19 claims thousands of victims As measures are introduced in all aspects of society and daily life to attempt to halt the spread of the coronavirus in Spain one of the latest steps announced.. 31/03/2020

Tuesday Covid-19 update: over 94,000 cases in Spain, 8,149 dead and 19,259 recoveredA record for daily fatalities as the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread The latest official figures produced by the Spanish government show that the number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 throughout the country had risen to 94,417 by 11.. 31/03/2020

Dozens of reports in Murcia of weekend lockdown breakers going to holiday homes 3,700 fined in Spain for heading for second homes at the beach and in the countryside After two weeks of lockdown it appears that some people in Murcia (and the rest of Spain!) are still unaware of the need to limit the occasions on which they leave.. 31/03/2020

Machine room fire extinguished at Corvera airport The terminal building was almost empty when the fire broke out at 3 in the morning Members of the firefighting brigade in the city of Murcia were called out to the Region of Murcia International Airport in the early hours of Monday morning after.. 30/03/2020

Murcia health minister warns that more hard days lie ahead Obeying the lockdown restrictions is vital to limit the spread of Covid-19 and the duration of the emergency A worst-case scenario could see the emergency last until June Manuel Villegas, the minister for Health in the regional government of Murcia.. 30/03/2020

10,000 protection suits bought in for medics as 28-year-old doctor dies in Cuenca Doctors, medical staff and officers of the law are especially exposed to the risk of Covid-19 infection The coronavirus pandemic has caused a severe shortage of protection equipment for staff of the overstretched health departments of Spain, with.. 30/03/2020

Second additional morgue planned in the unused Ciudad de la Justicia in Madrid The unopened forensics institute was conceived built at a cost of millions Following the decision last week to convert the Palacio de Hielo ice rink in Madrid into a temporary morgue in order to deal with the large numbers of fatalities in the national.. 30/03/2020

ERTE temporary employment regulation schemes must end when the State of Emergency ends ERTEs will come to an end immediately the coronavirus emergency is declared over Criticism over a perceived failure to cater for the millions of self-employed in Spain The extraordinary measures introduced by the Spanish government to combat the.. 30/03/2020

Spanish government imposes enforced closure on non-essential businesses The Spanish workforce has been shut down for two weeks except those involved in essential services or working from home The construction sector closes down as workers take a forced paid holiday Click for full information in the BOE After.. 30/03/2020

Guardia increase patrols around isolated properties but owners are warned to take care Readers have already reported suspicious activity around isolated properties Seguimos comprobando que se respetan las restricciones del #estadodealarma, pero también nos preocupamos por la situación de las personas que viven en zonas.. 27/03/2020

Real coronavirus case total could be 10 times higher than reported Insufficient testing leads to numbers being understated and makes stopping the spread of the virus more difficult Daniel López-Acuña former director of Healthcare in Crisis Situations with the World Health Organization (WHO), stated.. 27/03/2020

Andrea still has 87 donkeys and 37 dogs to feed as lockdown is extended....can you helpIt costs thousands a month to feed and care for all of these animals and lockdown has cut off any chance of finding revenue by normal means What an incredible period of upheaval we're all going through at the moment. Although for most of.. 26/03/2020

King’s College Murcia provides ongoing online education to over 500 pupils despite the coronavirus lockdown The rapid response of the school has enabled students to attend virtual classes online in the usual school timetable King's College Murcia, a member of the Inspired Education Group, responded immediately to the temporary closure of schools in the..

Statistical model predicts coronavirus peak in Murcia on 10th April with 129 deaths The stricter the lockdown, the better, according to mathematical forecasting A mathematical forecasting model devised by a professor of Economics at the Centro Universitario de la Defensa in San Javier, César Nebot, is reported by the regional.. 26/03/2020

No rubbish recycling for households hit by coronavirus in Murcia All household waste in the standard grey container for households with patients or suspected patients The government of the Region of Murcia has announced that any household containing a confirmed case of Covid-19, or any individuals in quarantine.. 25/03/2020

Bank robber arrested in Monteagudo after locking himself inside with the staff The failed robbery just outside the city of Murcia took place on Wednesday morning An unsuccessful bank robber was arrested on Wednesday by officers of the Guardia Civil and the local police force of Murcia after attempting to hold up the Cajamar.. 25/03/2020

Coronavirus lockdown fines in Lorca will be used to buy facemasks for medical staff 175 fines were imposed by the Policía Local in Lorca in the first 10 days of lockdown Diego José Mateos, the Mayor of Lorca, announced on Tuesday that all money generated by fines on people breaking the coronavirus lockdown restrictions.. 25/03/2020

Over 140 mm of rain in Cartagena on Tuesday as Mar Menor towns suffer more flooding The fourth clean-up in 7 months begins in Los Alcázares The latest heavy storm to cause flooding in Los Alcázares and other towns and villages in the Campo de Cartagena and along the coastline of the Mar Menor was rather less expected.. 25/03/2020

Ryanair does not expect to fly during April and May Passengers whose flights have been cancelled will be contacted Michael O’Leary asks for patience as office staffing levels have been severely depleted A statement issued on Tuesday 24th March by Michael O’Leary, the CEO of Ryanair.. 24/03/2020

UK pensioners in Spain hit by a 10 per cent drop in the pound-euro exchange rate Sterling is currently trading at 1.08 euros on international money markets Over the last month the value of the pound against the euro has dropped by around 10 per cent and already many of the UK nationals living in the Eurozone are feeling the pinch.. 24/03/2020

Flooding returns to the Mar Menor for the fourth time since September Emergency services are wary of rescue operations due to the risk of coronavirus contagion Just hours after Mario Pérez Cervera, the Mayor of Los Alcázares, reported that the first two cases of coronavirus in the municipalities have.. 24/03/2020

Spanish shoppers stop panic buying and purchase 78 per cent more beer Desperate time call for desperate measures – so pour yourself another desperate measure! It is now 10 days since the coronavirus lockdown in Spain was announced by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and after the initial wave of panic buying.. 24/03/2020

100 mm of rain falls close to Cartagena overnight Over 100 millimetres of rain recorded in Cartagena in 24 hours Torrential rain hammered down on much of central and coastal Murcia on Monday night, and along the inland coast of the Mar Menor there was inevitable concern as floodwater began to gather.. 24/03/2020

Madrid ice rink to be used as a morgue as the coronavirus death toll soars in the Spanish capital The Palacio de Hielo offers the cold necessary to store bodies awaiting burial or cremation The extent to which the coronavirus continues to spread throughout Spain, and particularly in the national capital, has been made abundantly clear by confirmation.. 24/03/2020

Murcia health service asks to use military premises in Cartagena as a coronavirus overflow hospital The help of the army is requested to create an overflow field hospital next to the Arrixaca in El Palmar The Department of Health in the regional government of Murcia has made an official request that buildings owned by the military in Cartagena.. 23/03/2020

Santa Florentina food market in Cartagena remains open with increased safety precautions Long queues form outside the building as only a few customers are allowed in at a time Despite the coronavirus emergency and the declaration of a lockdown all over Spain people are still allowed out of their homes to shop for food, and the Santa.. 23/03/2020

Spanish borders closed to those trying to enter the country The restrictions reach ports and airports as well as the land borders with Portugal and France The closure of Spain’s land borders which was announced last week was reinforced at midnight on Sunday by similar measures affecting travel by air.. 23/03/2020

Supermarket opening hours and safety rules for shoppers during the corona crisis Sunday opening ban has now been quashed and shoppers can buy food on Sunday During the state of coronavirus emergency declared by the Spanish government nine days ago shops selling food are allowed to remain open to the public, but as the virus continues.. 23/03/2020

State of Emergency in Spain to be extended by a further 15 days The national government has taken the decision after a teleconference with the regional governments this morning The number of cases keeps on rising, and this morning Spain has 25,483 confirmed cases of coronavirus, many thousands more suspected.. 22/03/2020

Gas bottle prices frozen for 6 months The government is concerned to make sure families are able to live comfortably during the State of Emergency and the economic upheaval which will inevitably follow. Gas bottle prices have been frozen for a 6 month period, so don´t accept any.. 21/03/2020

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

Cartagena, Mazarrón and La Unión: medical centres open and local surgeries closed during the coronavirus emergency 43 surgeries close down as resources are pooled at the 16 main medical centres in the area Following the announcement earlier in the week that in response to the coronavirus emergency the regional health service of Murcia is closing local “.. 20/03/2020

Murcia government issues important coronavirus emergency shopping information Supplies in supermarkets are returning to normal but safety protocols are of vital importance After the widespread panic buying at the weekend when the coronavirus “lockdown” was decreed in the whole of Spain the situation in supermarkets.. 18/03/2020

Local surgeries or consultorios closed in Murcia as resources are relocated to medical centres The Murcia health service restructures its services to offer a more efficient service during the coronavirus emergency The regional health service in Murcia (SMS) has announced that as a result of the coronavirus emergency “consultorios&rdquo.. 18/03/2020

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

Cartagena fire brigade urge caution against domestic disasters while confined to the home Most accidents occur in the home… make sure it doesn’t happen to you! With the population of Cartagena and the rest of Spain confined to their homes as one of the measures decreed within the national coronavirus emergency, the local.. 17/03/2020

Murcia police clarify that Tyrannosaurus rex costumes are not a valid excuse for leaving the house Dinosaur impersonators can be fined in the same way as dog walkers who fail to obey government instructions pic.twitter.com/Mvjovkzvw3 — E. R.R.E. (@Elire72) March 16, 2020 There appears to be some doubt among members of the public.. 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

Águilas school registration period for 2020/21 extended due to coronavirus crisis 15/03/2020 During the period of coronavirus confinement it will not be possible to present applications for children to be admitted to State schools in person The period in which applications for pupils to be admitted to schools for the next academic.. 16/03/2020

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

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..

Coronavirus, the facts – and a list of WHO myth-busters Recommended precautions to reduce the risk of infection include frequent hand washing but not the use of facemasks The Covid-19 coronavirus which is rapidly spreading from China, where the current outbreak began, to all parts of the world, and while.. 02/03/2020

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

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

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

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

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..