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Eight deaths in the last 24 hours as fatalities reach 300 in the Murcia Region on Tuesday Hospitalisations continue to increase with more than 10,000 ACTIVE CASES in the region It’s incomprehensible that every time the covid case figures are published, social media is filled with comments from people who obviously don´t read.. 27/10/2020

Police controls intensified in Murcia to impose curfew Throughout Murcia the curfew becomes active from 23:00 and remains in place until 06:00. The national declaration of state of emergency on Sunday and additional measures imposed by the Murcian regional Government are yet another set of restrictions.. 27/10/2020

Pressure on hospitals starts to increase as covid numbers rise on Monday On Monday 563 new cases and three deaths were reported 563 new covid cases have been reported in the Murcia region during the last 24 hours, a lower number than in previous days, but Monday is always a non-typical day due to the fact that the number.. 26/10/2020

More than 100,000 flu vaccinations in the first week of the campaign Residents are reporting difficulties in booking an appointment for a flu vaccination Concern about the potential lethality of contracting both covid and flu at the same time has resulted in a huge surge in demand for flu jabs this year across the.. 26/10/2020

Additional measures and restrictions for the Murcia Region during the state of alert Exceptional measures to be applied in the Region Murcia due to the increase in coronavirus infections. On Sunday Spain decreed the second state of alarm/emergency of the coronavirus pandemic, granting wide-ranging powers to the autonomous regions.. 26/10/2020

Surge in hospitalisations, 704 new cases and 4 deaths; Murcia covid Sunday 25th Hospitalisations increased by 20 further patients On Sunday Spain moved into a new state of emergency, giving the regional governments the powers they need to impose restrictions without having to constantly seek permission from the courts. Last.. 25/10/2020

Murcian regional president supports state of emergency and curfew measures Fernando López Miras has issued an institutional statement supporting the measures taken today by the Spanish Government. The regional premier emphasised; “Beating the virus is everyone's job more than ever. And what we have to.. 25/10/2020

Spanish Government approves new state of emergency and curfew The measures include curfew and social restrictions but give greater powers to regional authorities for mobility and confinement restrictions Click here for the full BOE text in original format The state of emergency comes into immediate effect.. 25/10/2020

924 new covid cases in Murcia and 4 deaths in 24 hours: Saturday 24th October Murcia Region The region now has more than 10,000 active cases. One of the deceased today was ony 38 years of age. On Friday 16th October the Murcia Region had reported a total of 27,381 cases. On Friday 23rd October the reported figure was 31,378, so this.. 24/10/2020

775 cases and six deaths; Record number of new cases for Murcia Region in the last 24 hours There are now 9,670 active cases across the region The last few days have been depressing to say the least, watching the number of covid cases rising all over Europe with a deep sense of inevitability and frustration. Here in Murcia the pandemic.. 23/10/2020

Murcia government seeks judicial approval for curfew The Murcian regional Government would like to impose a curfew between 11pm and 6am and close all bars at 10pm All week there have been discussions over whether to declare a national curfew as the numbers of covid cases in Spain continue to rise.. 23/10/2020

Cartagonova bridge in Cartagena closed for two weeks A new route is being developed to improve access to Cartagena from the west The Cartagonova bridge on Calle Soldado Rosique over the Rambla de Benipila(next to the football stadium) to the west of the city centre of Cartagena is currently closed.. 22/10/2020

New naval submarine history display opens at the Museo Naval in Cartagena The Isaac Peral room traces the history of Spanish military submarines and submariners The Museo Naval, the naval museum in Cartagena, has officially opened its new “Sala de Submarinos” or submarine room in the part of the building named.. 22/10/2020

Work begins on the final stretch of the Águilas-Calabardina cycle and pedestrian lane Walkers and cyclists will be able to travel safely from Águilas to the Playa de la Cola Work is now beginning in Águilas on the last section of the pedestrian and cycle lane which is to run between the town centre and Calabardina.. 22/10/2020

689 new cases and three deaths in 24 hours; Murcia covid update 22nd October Hospitalisations have yet again reached a record level Yesterday, just 265 days after the first case was confirmed in Spain, the total number of covid cases diagnosed via PCR tests in Spain passed the one million mark, making Spain the first European.. 22/10/2020

Youths steal Go-Karts to drive in the streets of Murcia City The Karts were stolen from a karting track near to Nueva Condomina Local police in Murcia City have recovered four go-karts stolen from a karting centre close to the Nueva Condomina shopping center in Murcia in the early hours of Thursday morning.. 22/10/2020

Lorry driver in Yecla six times over the limit The driver overturned his vehicle on the N-344 The Guardia Civil have reported the arrest of a lorry driver who overturned his 40 ton lorry, laden with 18 tons of animal feed, on the N-344 (Almería-Valencia), within the municipality of Yecla.. 22/10/2020

Los Alcazares launches covid awareness campaign on street crossings The municipality has reported 13 new cases in the last 24 hours and sees the need to re-enforce safety messaging “Masks saves lives. Wash your hands ”are just some of the messages of awareness that can be seen on the main pedestrian.. 21/10/2020

Transport restrictions prolonged for a further month in Murcia Region The same restrictions as were originally published in the BORM on 19th August will continue to apply for a further month from 20th October for 30 days The restrictions are fairly straightforward, the main one affecting foreign residents being the.. 21/10/2020

New covid restrictions take force in Murcia Region from Wednesday These affect: Abanilla, Alhama de Murcia, Archena, Beniel, Cieza, Fortuna, Fuente Álamo, Jumilla, Lorca, Molina de Segura, Totana and Santomera. This Wednesday, the specific measures and recommendations introduced by the Murcian regional.. 21/10/2020

671 new cases and 2 deaths ; Covid Murcia Region 21st October Hospitalisations reach another record high The regional department of health has published its daily Covid-19 figures for Wednesday 21st October, notifying an increase in the number of coronavirus cases in the region of 671 new cases and 5 fatalities.. 21/10/2020

389 new cases and 5 deaths; Region of Murcia Covid Tuesday 20th October The number of patients hospitalised passes 400, another record for the pandemic 389 new cases of coronavirus have been detected in the Region of Murcia within the last 24 hour period, a lower figure than that recorded in previous days, but this.. 20/10/2020

Vandals at the Castillo de los Moros in Cartagena cause entrances to be bricked up The castle was occupied by the 1st Duke of Berwick during the 18th century War of the Spanish Succession Not for the first time the actions of vandals at the historic Castillo de los Moros in Cartagena, one of the numerous old castles and fortresses.. 20/10/2020

More respirators make Murcia health service better able to fight against Covid Costa Cálida hospitals are far better prepared to deal with the second wave of coronavirus Regional health services all over Spain have been forced by the coronavirus pandemic into rapidly increasing the amount of equipment available for.. 20/10/2020

Zara to close in CartagenaThe fashion chain seeks to optimize online sales as coronavirus contributes to 300 closures across Spain Image; stunning shot from the 2020 autumn collection As the retail sector continues to feel the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, particularly.. 20/10/2020

Lidl supermarkets across Spain withdraw goat cheese due to listeria risk Full refunds offered on a specific batch of Jermi goat cheese The Lidl supermarket chain has announced that it has withdrawn from the shelves a batch of round packages of goat cheese from the Netherlands after it was found to contain the bacterium.. 20/10/2020

Murcia Region marks breast cancer day; the region offers free mammograms to women over 50Around 50,000 mammograms are carried out annually in the Murcia region Across the Murcia region on Monday, local municipal councils joined with groups of volunteers to mark World Breast Cancer Day, decorating central buildings and monuments with pink.. 20/10/2020

Fire at Torre Pacheco recycling plant The fire began shortly before 6am Firecrews had an early start on Tuesday when fire broke out at a plastics recycling plant on the La Estrella industrial park in Torre Pacheco shortly before 6 in the morning. Policía Local and firemen.. 20/10/2020

A further 218 irregular immigrants reached the Murcian coastline this weekendAnother wave of 18 boats took advantage of the calm weather to make the crossing Image; Archive; Escombreras where the migrants are tested for Covid-19 by Cruz Roja Coastal rescue service and the Guardia Civil had a busy weekend intercepting.. 19/10/2020

Lorca and Jumilla leave perimeter confinement but more areas face restricted capacity in bars and restaurants Totana, Fortuna and Abanilla will remain in flexibilised phase 1 confinement for a further week On Monday the regional Covid Monitoring Committee for the Region of Murcia met to discuss the evolution of the coronavirus pandemic and to evaluate the.. 19/10/2020

Five deaths, active cases over 9,000 in Murcia Region; Coronavirus update Monday 19th October Covid hospitalisations reach record level in the Murcia Region The number of hospitalisations and deaths continue to increase in the Murcia Region, figures which cause greater concern for the regional health service than even the continually rising.. 19/10/2020

Maths teacher killed in Mazarron motorcycle accident on Monday morning The incident occurred on the RM-332 between Mazarrón town and the Puerto de Mazarrón Emergency services could do nothing more than certify the death of a motorcycle driver, who died as a result of the injuries suffered in a collision.. 19/10/2020

Mazarron police issued 21 denuncias for illegal drinking gatherings on Saturday evening Young people continue to disregard the measures introduced to limit the spread of Covid-19 There are now more than 9,000 active cases of coronavirus in the Murcia region, but as the majority of cases amongst younger people tend to be mild or asymptomatic.. 19/10/2020

Spraying against the processionary caterpillar begins early in north-west Murcia this year Mula has begun spraying already due to the unusually warm autumn weather Spraying against the processionary caterpillar has begun early in the north-west of the Murcia Region this year, the unusually warm autumn weather likely to bring increased.. 19/10/2020

Mula police break up meal attended by more than 40 peopleThe participants had driven from all over the region to vote in Bolivian elections in Murcia before driving to Mula to eat together A member of the public advised police that covid prevention measures were not being observed On Sunday the Local.. 19/10/2020

Torre Pacheco offers 6,000 euros to spend in shop against the clock competitionSupport local business in the run-up to the festive season There’s no doubt this year that local businesses need the support of clients more than ever and promotions such as this will be launched all over the region in the coming weeks. This.. 19/10/2020

56,000 Spanish flags in Murcia city to highlight Covid dead in Spain Similair protests have taken place in Madrid, Valencia and Seville ANVAC, The National Association of Victims and People Affected by Coronavirus planted 56,000 Spanish flags in one of the principal arterial avenues of Murcia City on Sunday in a.. 19/10/2020

Discounts of up to 50% in regional hotels for Murcia residents The regional tourism board hopes to attract custom during the down-season The regional tourism board has launched a new promotion which aims to encourage residents of the Murcia Region to stay in hotels within the region for short breaks during.. 07/10/2020

Cartagena Carnival 2021 cancelled The Carnival Federation has not ruled out the possibility of holding Carnival later in the year The second wave of coronavirus currently enveloping Spain has complicated planning for events which normally take place during the winter and spring.. 07/10/2020

Covid failing to cause a crisis in the Murcian property rentals sector Rental housing in the Region of Murcia has increased in price during the third quarter of 2020 The price of rental housing in the Region of Murcia grew by an average of 1.7% during the third quarter of the year, according to the latest Idealista.. 06/10/2020

Maximum of 24 divers a day in the Cabo Tiñoso marine reserve in Cartagena New limitations came into effect from October 1st New limitations for recreational diving in the Cabo Tiñoso Marine Reserve of Fishing Interest (Cartagena) came into effect on Thursday, 1st October. Among the measures introduced by the.. 02/10/2020

Águilas announces cancellation of 2021 Carnival due to coronavirusThe Mayoress said it was “the hardest decision she had ever been forced to make” Following several discussions between all those involved in putting on the huge carnival in Águilas every year, the decision has been made to suspend.. 17/09/2020

Rainer Splitt opens Chromotopia at the Sala Verónicas in MurciaThe central work is the largest “poured piece” ever created by the artist On Thursday in one of the most interesting venues for staging art exhibitions in the region, the Sala Verónicas, the former church of Las Verónicas.. 16/09/2020

Hacienda Riqueleme golf course to close this winter due to covid GNK blames the cancellation of flights and travel restrictions GNK golf has confirmed that the Hacienda Riquelme golf course will temporarily close this autumn from 12th September onwards due to the current situation caused by Covid-19 which has.. 08/09/2020

Flu vaccination in Spain brought forward to first half of OctoberThe Minister for Health, Salvador Illa, said the campaign will start in the care homes of Spain On Thursday a meeting of the Interterritorial Council of the National Health System (CISNS) between the 17 autonomous regions of Spain and Ministry.. 27/08/2020

Masks must be worn in public areas when travelling to Spain A few helpful hints for visitors travelling to Spain this summer and concerned about Covid regulations here Updated 18th July due to changing info about masks. Although Spain is open for tourist visitors this summer, there is no escaping the.. 15/07/2020

Three-month extension for ITVs expiring between June 21st and August 31st There is a backlog of some 5 million vehicles which ITV centres have to wade through On Tuesday the Council of Ministers approved a three-month extension for the validity of Technical Inspection of Vehicles certificates (ITV) that expire between.. 09/07/2020

Covid safe bus services from Corvera airport to Murcia City 2020 How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida.. 03/07/2020

Five long weekends in the Murcia bank holidays calendar for 2021 In total, there are fourteen set holidays in the Region of Murcia In 2021 there will be five “puentes” or weekends preceded or followed by a bank holiday, giving workers the chance to enjoy a long weekend. In addition to.. 18/06/2020

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

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

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

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

Donald Trump amongst the bling at Águilas Carnival 2020Glitter is back on the menu in Águilas this year As normal, the Carnival peñas in Águilas put on a fabulous display for 2020, with a completely new set of costumes and dance routines. Last year costumes generally.. 25/02/2020

Get your dog vaccinated against Leishmaniasis if you live in Spain No fully effective vaccine has been developed but jabs are a sound investment in your dog’s health The hazards to the health of pet dogs are rather different in Mediterranean coastal areas of Spain from those which are common in northern Europe.. 19/02/2020

Why it is so difficult to solve the current problems in the Mar Menor The problems faced by the Mar Menor are caused by a complex combination of factors, making easy solutions equally difficult to find Anyone with even a passing interest in current affairs in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida will be.. 31/01/2020

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

Video Gota Fría September 2019 Los Alcazares debris and cars washed up against bridge Ramblas flow downhill and disgorge into the sea or Mar Menor. This video shows the after effects of the volume of water pouring down into Los Alcázares. See full background information for the Murcia Gota Fria 2019 14/09/2019

Video Murcia Gota Fria 2019. Waste, plastics and agricultural debris washed into the Mar Menor. Millions of litres of water flowed down into the Mediterranean and Mar Menor from inland areas of the region during the Gota Fría, gathering agricultural materials, mud and debris as they went. Although huge quantities of mud and debris.. 14/09/2019

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

Bus routes and taxi information from Corvera airport 2020 Last updated July 1st 2020: PLEASE NOTE; BUS SERVICE HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED CLICK ON GALLERY IMAGE TO ENLARGE Corvera airport basic information including taxis, public transport, parking and car rental Airport parking at Corvera airport.. 10/04/2019

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

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

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

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 moneyEnergy 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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