MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Highway robbery: southern Spain toll charges spike just in time for summerThe AP-7 from Alicante to Cartagena costs 76% more between June and September than the rest of the year As if soaring grocery bills, sky-high fuel costs and rising electricity prices weren’t enough, now drivers in Spain are being slapped with.. 31/07/2025

Bomb squad evacuates Cartagena beachA potentially lethal naval flare discovered by a hiker triggered the closure of Cala Dorada A peaceful hike through one of Cartagena's most beautiful natural areas turned into a military emergency operation when a Navy member stumbled upon what.. 31/07/2025

Free parking in Cartagena blue zones from August 1Throughout the month, parking tickets are only required on weekdays between 9am and 2pm August has arrived and that means that many coveted parking spots in Cartagena will be completely free during certain hours.   The annual summer arrangement.. 31/07/2025

It's getting hot again for August: Murcia weekend weather forecast July 31-August 3Murcia welcomes the month of August with a spike in temperatures Temperatures are set to rise in Murcia over the course of this weekend, according to the weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), which specifies that it will get.. 31/07/2025

Buying a house in Murcia just got cheaper: Lower taxes on property transfers and wealth tax from 2025Regional government reductions in the property transfer tax and wealth tax aim to attract investment in real estate As of July 25, 2025, the Region of Murcia government has implemented significant tax reductions affecting real estate transactions.. 30/07/2025

New IRPF deductions for residents in Murcia from 2025The new changes aim to promote health, sustainability and support for families and vulnerable groups A series of new deductions for Personal Income Tax, known in Spanish as the ‘Impuesto sobre la Renta de las Personas Físicas’ .. 30/07/2025

Nine Murcia craft products set to receive Protected Geographical Indication statusThe Region of Murcia has started the process to recognise nativity scenes, Lorca textiles, Cartagena ceramics and Yecla furniture The Region of Murcia is expanding its collection of Protected Geographical Indication products beyond food and drink... 30/07/2025

Security upgrade brings 22 CCTV cameras to Los Alcázares streetsThe new cameras have been installed in busy spots like the Plaza del Espejo and the historic Torre del Rame Los Alcázares is seriously stepping up municipal security by expanding its video surveillance network to include 22 strategically positioned.. 30/07/2025

Four Murcia farmers face jail for illegally dumping tonnes of pig wasteSlurry from more than 13,000 pigs was reportedly discharged into streams and ravines A major environmental investigation in Murcia has revealed serious pollution once again coming from several large pig farms and washing into the area’s watercourses.. 30/07/2025

Car owners in Spain are turning idle vehicles into summer incomePeer-to-peer car rentals have skyrocketed in demand in places like Madrid, Malaga and Alicante Last summer, the practice of renting out private swimming pools to holidaymakers and daytrippers exploded in Spain and netted thousands in extra cash for.. 30/07/2025

Common gardening product poses lethal threat to dogs across SpainBlue snail bait containing deadly poison has appeared in parks and green spaces throughout Spain Taking your dog for a walk should be one of life's simple pleasures, but pet owners throughout Spain are discovering that parks and streets can hide.. 30/07/2025

New desalination plants planned for Águilas and Torrevieja to increase water supply in Murcia and AlicanteThese major infrastructure projects aim to ease groundwater pressure and provide more fresh water for the area Two large desalination projects are moving forward in Águilas and Torrevieja, with the Confederación Hydrográfica del.. 30/07/2025

New EU proposal could send thousands of older cars to the scrapyardIf passed, the regulation could force countless vehicles off Spanish roads in one fell swoop Drivers in Spain are already grappling with a mountain of new regulations, from DGT carpooling requirements and potential one-car-per-household limits to.. 30/07/2025

Spain prepares for once-in-a-lifetime trio of eclipsesThe government has created a special commission to handle hundreds of thousands of eclipse chasers as Spain has a front-row seat Spain is about to become the hottest destination for astronomy fans worldwide, with an incredible trio of solar eclipses.. 30/07/2025

Murcia's new canine fire unit set to save lives in disasters and emergenciesSpecially trained dogs will soon join Murcia’s fire brigade to help locate missing people in high-risk situations Murcia City Council has announced the launch of its very own Canine Fire Unit, a first for the city, aimed at improving emergency.. 29/07/2025

Still not the most generous in Europe: Spain raises parental leave to 17 weeks for both mothers and fathersThe new measures will take effect immediately and expand parental leave in a landmark social welfare policy The Spanish government has implemented a significant extension of paid care leave after the Council of Ministers formally approved a new Royal.. 29/07/2025

Airport Buses wants your feedback: What new stops do you want to see?These are all the current stops along the way on Airport Buses’s three routes... but now they’re looking to add more! Since the Airport Buses private coach transfer service to and from Murcia Airport launched in May 2025, hundreds of passengers.. 29/07/2025

Alhama cracks down on street littering with 18 fines in one monthAlhama de Murcia police have stepped up enforcement against public urination, spitting and illegal dumping Alhama de Murcia isn't messing around when it comes to keeping its streets clean. Local police have issued 18 fines over the past month.. 29/07/2025

Why your overnight phone charging habit is costing you moneyResearch shows millions of people in Spain could be adding unnecessary euros to their electricity bills Most of us do it without thinking: plug in the phone before bed and wake up to a fully charged device. But Spanish consumer experts are warning.. 29/07/2025

Read the August edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the August 2025 issue of Home & Living! Another great read which we hope will inspire you and give you lots of ideas for your home.   Featured in this month’s issue:   We chat to a couple who bought.. 29/07/2025