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Regional media miscalculate the passenger loss at Corvera airport As many passengers used Alicante-Elche during 12 days in July as in the whole of 2019 so far at Corvera It is beyond doubt that the number of passengers using the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera is significantly lower than those.. 13/08/2019

Muslims in Cartagena celebrate the Feast of the Sacrifice Eid al-Adha is known in Spanish as the Fiesta of the Lamb Between 11th and 15th August Moslems throughout the world are celebrating Eid al-Adha, the Feast of the Sacrifice (referred to in Spanish as the Fiesta del Cordero, or the Feast of the Lamb.. 13/08/2019

9 tons of fuel and debris cleared from Cartagena beach after coastguard speedboat explosion The remote beach of Cala Salitrona has been closed to the public during the clean-up operation Over a week after the onboard fire which destroyed the Colimbo III, the fastest launch belonging to the coastal customs vigilance service of Spain, the.. 13/08/2019

Two injured as car plunges onto La Manga beach The incident occurred at the Playa de Calnegre in La Manga Two men aged 71 and 45 were injured on Monday afternoon when the car in which they were travelling plunged off the road onto the beach of Calnegre-Montenegro in La Manga del Mar Menor... 13/08/2019

Over 17,000 passengers fewer for Corvera airport during July 2019 passenger numbers are down by 85,000 following the move from San Javier as the dependence on UK flights continues It is now unquestionable that the opening of the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera in January 2019 will coincide.. 12/08/2019

Motorised patrols on the Cartagena coastline this year The Policia Local of Cartagena are undertaking motorcycle patrols this summer In case of a crime incident call 112. This year Cartagena local police motorcyclists are patrolling the beaches of the Cartagena municipality, which includes a long.. 12/08/2019

12-year-old boy found driving a car in Águilas The boy took his mother’s car for a spin in the company of a 15-year-old friend Officers of the Policía Local in Águilas were stunned last week when they stopped a car near the railway station on the suspicion that the driver.. 12/08/2019

La Unión: Worthy winners of Cante de Las Minas 2019Winners included a percussionist from Cartagena The 2019 Cante de Las Minas final concluded on Saturday evening with an evening of varied and entertaining flamenco performances from the disciplines of cante (singing), female dance (the male dance.. 12/08/2019

Murcia driver arrested after falling asleep at the wheel while under the influence of alcohol The sleepy driver was found to be four times over the limit in Avenida Primo de Rivera A man who was found asleep at the wheel of his car in the city of Murcia on Sunday morning is likely to be fined for of a series of offences after he was detained.. 12/08/2019

9 no smoking beaches in the Costa Cálida for the summer of 2019 Smoking is not banned but beachgoers in Murcia are asked to join the Playas sin Humo initiative During 2018 various Town Halls in the Costa Cálida, encouraged by the Department of Health in the regional government of Murcia, began to urge.. 06/08/2019

Free parking in the streets of Murcia in August Parking meters are on holiday for the month in the regional capital! It is less true now than it was 10 or 15 years ago to say that the city of Murcia is practically empty during August as the residents flock en masse to the coast, but even so the.. 01/08/2019

Tourist police on duty this summer in the Costa Cálida and the city of Murcia English-speaking officers patrol the beaches and tourist attractions of the Region of Murcia The Policía Nacional and the local police force of Murcia are both implementing special campaigns this summer to offer services to tourists in the.. 23/07/2019

Tickets on sale for the 2019-20 family concert cycle at the Auditorio Víctor Villegas de Murcia The hugely popular cycle of Sunday lunchtime concerts returns to the Murcia auditorium The program has been released for the 2019-20 season of Sunday lunchtime “family concerts” given by the Region of Murcia Symphony Orchestra at the.. 22/07/2019

Tourist information office in Condado de Alhama summer 2019 The office opens every weekday in July and August The tourist information point in Condado de Alhama is now open and will remain so until the end of August, located in the Al-Kasar centre in the resort and offering advice and recommendations between 9..

Weekend Summer bus services linking Condado de Alhama, Camposol and Mazarrón Country Club with Mazarrón and the coast Morning afternoon and evening bus services summer 2019 A weekend bus service is operating during July and August 2019 linking the residential developments of Mazarrón Country Club, Condado de Alhama and Camposol with Mazarrón and Puerto.. 09/07/2019

Buses to and from Alhama de Murcia summer 2019 Routes to and from Murcia, Cartagena, Lorca, Mazarrón and Puerto de Mazarrón The bus timetables between Alhama de Murcia and other main locations in the Region of Murcia for the summer of 2019 are as follows: all of the following are..

Summer night bus service in Los Alcázares Avoid driving while tired and late-night parking problems this summer in Los Alcázares The summer night bus service is now up and running for the months of July and August in Los Alcázares, on the shore of the Mar Menor, as promised.. 05/07/2019

26 lifeguard posts up and running at the beaches of Cartagena The staff are on duty every day between now and the end of August The 26 lifeguard lookout points at the beaches of Cartagena are now all up and running and will be manned every day between 11.00 and 20.00 until at least the end of August and, in.. 05/07/2019

Summer timetable at the Totana ecopark The municipal waste disposal plant puts back afternoon opening times for the summer Members of the public in Totana are reminded that the “ecoparque” municipal waste disposal plant in Lebor Bajo is now operating on its summer timetable.. 03/07/2019

Municipal swimming pools in Totana open for the summer The outdoor pools in Totana open every day in July and August Along with many other municipalities in the Murcia Region, Totana operates open-air summer swimming pools for the use of anyone without their own during the hot months of summer. The.. 26/06/2019

Summer street markets begin in La Azohía, Los Urrutias, Islas Menores, Isla Plana and Los Nietos The markets along the coast of Cartagena will be held every week until mid-September Every summer the number of weekly street markets in the large municipality of Cartagena increases as more events are held to cater for the tourists staying along.. 25/06/2019

Free summer bus services from Hacienda Riquelme and La Peraleja to Sucina Enjoy an evening out in Sucina without having to take the car into town! As of Friday 7th June two free summer bus services are in service at the golf resort developments of Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort and La Peraleja, enabling those living or.. 06/06/2019

Bus routes and taxi information from Corvera airport Last updated April 10th 2019. CLICK ON GALLERY IMAGE TO ENLARGE Corvera airport basic information including taxis, public transport, parking and car rental Airport parking at Corvera airport: Click here for fully licensed airport parking.. 10/04/2019

Regional holidays for 2020 agreed Check which long weekends are in store for next year! This week the government of Murcia has confirmed the dates of the five regional holidays during 2020, and although there are no surprises this means that the official calendar for next year is.. 21/03/2019

Local and bank holidays in the Region of Murcia and Spain 2019 Check now to find the long weekends on the calendar for 2019! 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 great interest as people.. 02/01/2019

Prostate cancer tests in Spain are quick and inexpensive at many dispensing chemistsPharmacies in Spain which offer “Análisis Clínicos” can perform PSA tests There has been a sudden rise in the level of awareness of the threat of prostate cancer in the UK following the news that Stephen Fry is currently.. 04/03/2018

Corvera AIRM airport: Your questions answered The Region of Murcia is “taking off for the future” with the new International Airport says Murcia president The opening of the international airport at Corvera will create jobs and boost regional businesses On Saturday the regional.. 26/02/2018

The long shadow of Alicante-Elche looms large over Corvera airport Fears over the viability of Corvera as the Spanish government continues to invest in growth at the airport in El Altet Mariano Rajoy, the president of the Spanish government, announced on Thursday that investment is to be made into improving the.. 05/02/2018

Important security alert: Protecting your system against the latest cyber threats, Spectre and Meltdown Just what are Spectre and Meltdown, the latest cyber threats, and how can you protect your device? Recently, two new cyber threats, known as Spectre and Meltdown, were brought to light by cyber security researchers, who described them as the most serious..

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

Catalan independence: basic explanation of the Catalan referendum situationWhy has there been so much trouble in Catalunya and what are the issues? A "Spanish politics for beginners" guide to the Catalan separatist situation The events of the last few days in Catalunya have hit the headlines not only in Spain.. 06/10/2017

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

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

Changing to a Spanish driving licence: the law as it stands Do foreign residents in Spain need to take out a Spanish driving licence? This question is one which has been asked many times over the years, not least by those of us who have been fined for using an apparently valid UK licence and ordered to change.. 31/10/2014

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

Beware bogus emails from the Tax office The Hacienda will never contact residents in this fashion. Bin them Beware the bogus websites Occasionally, someone will contact us concerned about an email they have received directly from the Spanish Tax Authority (Agencia Tributaria). Or so it.. 13/03/2013

Failure to pay imputed income tax on properties can result in bank embargoes The deadline of 31st December is approaching for those who have to pay imputed income tax. Embargoes by the Tax Authority People often react with indignation when they find out they are not the only ones who can legitimately take money out of.. 29/11/2012

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