MURCIA NEWS

Mayor blames government for barracks blockGuardia Civil barracks construction stalls amidst political tensions in Cartagena The Spanish Interior Ministry has officially halted plans to build a new Guardia Civil barracks in Cartagena, sparking strong criticism from local officials and political.. 08/10/2025

New EU border controls: What British travellers to Spain need to know before October 12Everything you need to know about Europe’s Entry/Exit System (EES) as millions of British tourists prepare for new registration requirements If you're planning a trip to Spain or anywhere else in Europe in the coming months, there's.. 08/10/2025

Murcia regional government ordered to pay €160 million over botched Corvera Airport projectThe legal battle continues over Murcia International Airport, which opened seven years late and cost millions in failed investments In another huge financial blow against Corvera Airport, the regional government in Murcia has been ordered to pay &.. 08/10/2025

Spanish workers face another pay cut as pension tax bites harderThe Intergenerational Equity Mechanism will chip away at take-home pay until 2029, with next year's increase already locked in The average salary in Spain doesn’t exactly set the world on fire, but anyone paying close attention to their.. 08/10/2025

Italian mafia link to Lorca double shooting murdersGuardia Civil sources identify one victim as notorious suspected gangster out on bail Archive photo of forensics officers examining a car The identity of one of two men who were shot dead in Lorca on Tuesday has opened a new line of investigation.. 08/10/2025

British tabloid hails Murcia as top winter destinationNational newspaper highlights winter climate, cuisine, heritage and natural spaces, and cheap new off-season flights Murcia has been given a glowing recommendation by the Daily Mirror, which hails the region as a perfect off-season destination.. 08/10/2025

British resident's death sparks shock and protest at El Portús campsiteTragic loss of ‘grandmother of the campsite’ highlights eviction fears and distress The community at El Portús campsite near Cartagena is reeling after the tragic death of 82-year-old Margaret Stewart, who was found dead in her home.. 08/10/2025

Spain approves medicinal cannabis after years of campaigningHospital specialists across Spain will now be able to prescribe standardised cannabis oil preparations for serious medical conditions Spain has taken a massive step forward in healthcare policy by approving regulations that will allow medical cannabis.. 08/10/2025

Distractions now cause over a third of fatal road accidents in MurciaNew traffic crackdown targets dangerous driver behaviours to save lives Distracted driving has emerged as a leading cause of fatal accidents on roads in the Region of Murcia, responsible for 37% of deaths so far this year. This marks a worrying rise from.. 07/10/2025

High-speed train tickets between Murcia and Madrid go on sale this week for just €9Low-cost train operator Ouigo has also announced a new daily service between the Region and the Spanish capital Budget high-speed train operator Ouigo is launching a massive autumn sale this Thursday October 9 at 10am, with one-way journeys between.. 07/10/2025

Murcia becomes Istanbul as Hollywood rolls into townStreets close and locals wanted as Warner Bros. transforms Murcia into an exotic Turkish playground this November Get ready, Murcia! The city is about to become the star of the show, quite literally, when it transforms into the exotic streets of Istanbul.. 07/10/2025

New Camposol Legal Platform against proposed biogas plantResidents, associations and local businesses unite to defend the environment and quality of life in Camposol The newly formed Camposol Legal Platform Against Biogas, promoted by the GREEN CAMPOSOL Association, will initiate legal proceedings challenging.. 07/10/2025

Los Alcázares gets ahead of the game with Christmas plans for 2025Council pledges festive decorations that are brighter, greener and set to bring more visitors this holiday season With autumn in full swing, the team at the Ayuntamiento de Los Alcázares is already looking forward to Christmas. Eager to keep.. 07/10/2025

Coastal law clash puts 400 Murcia families at risk of losing their beach homesPolitical fight over Spain’s shoreline rules leaves residents worried about demolition orders and the future of their properties About 400 families living by the sea in the Region of Murcia, in places like Cabo de Palos, Los Nietos, El Portú.. 07/10/2025

Covid comeback? Coronavirus and flu cases have exploded in SpainTwo new Covid variants, Stratus and Nimbus, are being blamed for the increased number of infections across Spain Amid the seasonal surge in respiratory viruses, two new SARS-CoV-2 variants, called Nimbus and Stratus, are attracting the attention of.. 07/10/2025

Spain starts moving migrant children to new homes in MurciaSo far, 11 unaccompanied minors have been relocated to the Region of Murcia After months of negotiations and hold-ups, the Spanish government has given the green light to a decree allowing unaccompanied migrant children to be moved from jam-packed.. 07/10/2025

More than 20 years in the making: Spanish Navy celebrates launch of S-82 submarine Narciso Monturiol in CartagenaA landmark moment for Spanish naval power and local industry as the next-gen submarine prepares for rigorous sea trials The Navantia shipyard in Cartagena was buzzing last Friday as the spectacular launch ceremony took place for the S-82 submarine, proudly.. 06/10/2025

Showery and unsettled this week: Murcia weather forecast October 6-9Rain and thunderstorms will threaten most of this week in the Region of Murcia Weather outlook on Monday October 6   Autumn may have truly arrived in the Region for the first time. Murcia is going to kick off the week with some soggy moments.. 06/10/2025

Agriculture drives Murcia to top of Spain's minimum wage leagueOnly the Canary Islands saw a bigger increase as Spain's farming heartland feels the impact of recent wage reforms The Region of Murcia has quietly become Spain's second biggest minimum wage success story. Thanks largely to its massive agricultural.. 06/10/2025

Imserso budget holidays for pensioners return for the 2025-2026 seasonAround 900,000 cut-price trips are offered every year to popular destinations like Alicante and Murcia The Imserso tourism scheme is one of those uniquely Spanish ideas that has stood the test of time. It was launched decades ago with the simple goal.. 06/10/2025