MURCIA REGION

Want to save on petrol? Here’s the best day and time to fill up in SpainA new Spain-wide study reveals when prices rise and fall and how to make every litre go further Nobody likes wasting money and two of the biggest expenses we all try to cut back on are food shopping and filling up the car. While prices at the pump.. 13/11/2025

Orange alert for rain and calima: Murcia weekend weather forecast November 13-16Expect grey skies, rainy showers, and coastal gusts The Region of Murcia is set for a changeable spell of weather from Thursday through Sunday, with the arrival of Storm Claudia influencing conditions. Expect a mix of partly cloudy to overcast skies.. 13/11/2025

If you have a cleaner for your house in Spain, you need to complete a risk assessment this weekThe new rules for domestic workers come into effect across Spain this Friday November 14, and there are big fines for non-compliance In September last year, Spain approved new legislation aimed at guaranteeing that domestic workers are protected against.. 13/11/2025

Nearly half of young doctors in Murcia face severe burnout amid heavy workloadsNew study reveals exhaustion, sleep loss, substance use, and calls for urgent reform to protect healthcare professionals and patient safety 43% of young doctors in the Region of Murcia say they feel completely burned out, facing emotional exhaustion.. 13/11/2025

Hundreds of seniors in rural Caravaca benefit from new health and wellbeing initiativeThe ‘Cercanos’ programme aims to bring essential services and social activities directly to villages across Caravaca de la Cruz More than 500 senior citizens living in the outlying villages of Caravaca de la Cruz are taking part in the.. 13/11/2025

Family shaken after alleged abduction attempt of two-year-old outside Murcia schoolPolice investigate reports of two attempted kidnappings outside San Félix school in Zarandona as parents call for greater safety measures The family of a two-year-old girl say they are living through days of fear and disbelief after what they describe.. 13/11/2025

Warm homes, lower bills: Let Spanish Energy help you saveFree electricity and gas comparisons in English throughout Spain with no hidden fees The days may still be bright and warm across much of Spain, but those long winter nights are closing in fast. Mornings feel chillier, the evenings definitely call.. 13/11/2025

No, the solar storm in Europe will barely affect internet and phones in Spain, say expertsIn Spain, the effects of the solar storm will be short-lived and so mild most people won’t even notice Before you start thinking Spain is in for another nationwide blackout that will wipe out the internet and send people into a tailspin: don.. 13/11/2025

Community to tackle rubbish 'Hotspot' at Mar Menor in major land and sea clean-upVolunteers, divers and local groups join forces this Saturday to restore the wetlands and beaches next to Bahía Bella A massive clean-up operation is set to take place in one of the Mar Menor lagoon’s most polluted areas, as environment-minded.. 12/11/2025

Labour inspections: Amazon logistics centre in Corvera under the microscopeSpain is launching a deep inspection into Amazon's hub in Murcia amid allegations of excessive hours and worker surveillance Spain’s Ministry of Labour has put Amazon’s logistics centre in Corvera under the spotlight as part of its.. 12/11/2025

Foreigners drive Spain's biggest population boom in historySpain is now home to more than 49.4 million people and almost 20% of them were born somewhere else Spain’s population has reached a record-breaking 49,442,844 people after growing by 105,488 in the third quarter of 2025. The figures, released.. 12/11/2025

Brace yourself for the booms: Supersonic flights return to Lorca skiesResidents warned of possible noise as Tactical Leadership Programme runs supersonic exercises from November 17 to 27 If you live in or near Murcia, southern Alicante and eastern Almería, you might want to keep your windows shut next week because.. 12/11/2025

Donaldson triumphs at La Manga Club in thrilling finale to Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals MoneyFour days of world-class golf, celebrity guests and record-breaking support mark a new high for Murcia’s premier sporting event   The Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals Money, once again brought La Manga.. 12/11/2025

Murcia steps up its green drive with 1,200 EV chargers and the region's first all-electric busThe regional government boosts sustainable transport with more charging stations and a new electric Movibus service between La Unión and Cartagena   The Region of Murcia’s drive towards greener mobility continues to gather pace. Earlier..

Helicopters and firefighters tackle blaze in Lorca countrysideTeams from across the Region joined forces to control the flames near Zarcilla de Ramos We might be in the thick of winter, but sadly wildfire season has been extended in the Region of Murcia thanks to a very dry autumn. On Tuesday November 11, a.. 12/11/2025

Guardia Civil breaks up Murcia gang behind 50 home burglariesOperation Twilight ends a year-long crime spree across Murcia and Alicante A spree of burglaries across Murcia and Alicante have been solved after the Guardia Civil dismantled a criminal gang operating in the regions.   The arrests came during.. 11/11/2025

Soaring Spanish mortgages shut out buyers: Costs jump 63% in a decadeForeign demand drives up prices, leaving many residents facing impossible home loans and the realities of renting If you’re thinking about buying a home in Spain, the numbers are increasingly daunting. The average mortgage amount needed to buy a property..

La Manga faces tough choices over its future developmentSan Javier Council estimates there is enough land to build 20,000 more houses La Manga del Mar Menor is reaching its limit for new construction and the local council is now considering how best to manage what little land remains. Incredibly, around.. 11/11/2025

The Taurids meteor shower arrives in Spain: The night you can see fireballs in the skyThis incredible meteor show will peak in the skies over Spain on Tuesday November 11 The Taurids, one of the most anticipated meteor showers of autumn, reach their peak tonight, Tuesday November 11, and will be visible from all over Spain, weather.. 11/11/2025

Four-legged friends bringing hope: Therapy dogs transform lives for families with rare diseasesFamilies in Murcia welcome their new canine companions thanks to a unique project making real changes for children and adults without treatment When most people think of therapy, they picture hospital wards or quiet counselling rooms. But for five families.. 11/11/2025