CAMPOSOL, CAMPOSOL & LOCAL NEWS

Murcia bank holiday opening hours: Which supermarkets and shops will be open on May 1Full breakdown of opening hours across the Region of Murcia during the May bank holiday weekend The May bank holiday weekend is almost here in the Region of Murcia, with Friday May 1 marking Labour Day and giving many residents a welcome three-day.. 30/04/2026

Tourist flat crackdown has not boosted long-term rentals across SpainA new study says withdrawn holiday lets have mostly moved into seasonal use, sales or stayed empty Removing tourist apartments has not increased the supply of permanent rental homes across Spain, according to a new study from Idealista. The figures show.. 29/04/2026

Inflation in Spain eases to 3.2% in April despite the war in IranLower electricity bills have helped cool price rises even as fuel costs continue to climb across Spain Inflation in Spain eased to 3.2% in April, surprising analysts who had expected a higher reading because of the ongoing energy pressure linked to.. 29/04/2026

Pueblo Spa at Hacienda del Álamo launches new ChiroFlow treatment for pain relief and deep relaxationChiroFlow promises deep muscle relaxation and lasting pain relief in just 30 minutes Pueblo Spa at Hacienda del Álamo Golf Resort has introduced a brand new treatment and if you've been carrying tension, pain or stiffness around with you.. 29/04/2026

Pink licence plates are coming to Europe, but what do they mean for Spain?France is introducing temporary plates with expiry dates while Spain already uses several colour systems Drivers in Spain are already used to seeing more than just the standard white number plates on the road, but a new system being introduced in.. 29/04/2026

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavenderLocal town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan their summer holidays. And it's easy to understand why the climate.. 29/04/2026

Read the May edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the May issue of Home & Living magazine This edition is not only full of inspiring home and living articles, but you'll find so much more.....   • We start with looking at Ibiza in May. This month the islands.. 29/04/2026

Clean-up begins on Murcia's long-neglected municipal plotsNearly €300,000 will be invested to clear rubbish, cut back weeds and improve neglected plots for the communities around them Murcia is one of Spain's most beautiful regions. Often called the garden of Spain, it is known for its green.. 29/04/2026

New property development and a redesigned golf course at Corvera HillsJust Murcia Property introduces new villas and apartments in a great location near Murcia International Airport The new residential development, Corvera Hills Residences, is progressing along nicely as they move into its latest construction.. 28/04/2026

Princess Leonor surprises onlookers at local regatta before taking to the skies over San JavierThe heir to the Spanish throne took part in a regatta in Santiago de la Ribera before continuing her pilot training at the General Air and Space Academy Princess Leonor has been spotted around San Javier and the Mar Menor area a few times now since.. 28/04/2026

Spain's mandatory V16 beacon is being ignored in 83% of breakdownsEight out of ten breakdowns in Spain happen without the device that's been compulsory since January Possibly the most controversial piece of motoring kit the Spanish authorities have ever introduced, the V16 emergency lights are still causing.. 28/04/2026

25-year-old man dies after diving into no-swimming area of Puerto de MazarrónEmergency services were unable to save the young man, in what authorities are taking to be a tragic accident A 25-year-old man died after diving into the sea in a prohibited area of the Port of Mazarrón this Monday April 27.  .. 28/04/2026

Doctors' strike returns across Spain with cancelled appointments and falling turnoutFresh wave of industrial action highlights ongoing dispute as patients face further disruption Thousands of appointments have once again been cancelled across Spain as doctors began a new round of strike action on Monday April 27, in an ongoing dispute.. 28/04/2026

Spain's wage tax burden rises further after the pandemicThe tax wedge has climbed since 2019, although Spain still sits below Germany, France and Italy Spain has seen the biggest increase in wage tax pressure among Europe’s largest economies since the pandemic. The latest OECD report shows that the share.. 28/04/2026

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rulesThe Spain-wide regulations stipulate that terraces can stay open if bars have cooling systems in place If you've ever tried to grab a drink on a bar terrace during a Spanish heatwave, you'll know it's not always the most comfortable experience.. 28/04/2026

Ryanair set to shrink in Spain for the first time ever with more winter cuts on the wayThe Irish airline says it's growing everywhere but Spain and things could get worse if the Iran conflict continues to hit fuel prices Ryanair has fired another shot at Spanish airport operator Aena, warning that 2027 will be the first year.. 28/04/2026

Buying homes sight unseen is reshaping Murcia's property marketForeign investors are increasingly making offers without a visit, with some even closing deals by video call   Buying property without even seeing it in person first is becoming more common in the Region of Murcia, where high-spending foreign.. 27/04/2026

Murcia weekly weather April 27-30: Rain forecast all weekTuesday and Wednesday will be the wettest days this week While it won’t necessarily by wintry, there is the possibility of rain falling every day this week in the Region of Murcia, according to the forecast from the State Meteorological Agency.. 27/04/2026

Spain moves to ease airport queues as new EU border system causes delaysOperational tweaks introduced as British travellers face long waits at passport control Passengers arriving in Spain, particularly from the UK, have been facing lengthy delays at passport control following the rollout of the EU’s new Entry/Exit.. 27/04/2026

Beer sales in Spain fall for the first time since CovidOfficial tax figures suggest the Covid lockdown thirst in Spain has finally worn off Whether we want to admit it or not, most of us probably consumed a few more pandemic pints and Covid cocktails in the days after we were released from lockdown than.. 27/04/2026