ANDALUCIA NEWS

Death toll rises to 41 two days after Córdoba train tragedy as Spain declares three days of mourningAuthorities have warned that the number of victims may still increase as rescue work continues Nuestras labores de investigación, apoyo y seguridad tras el accidente ferroviario de #Adamuz no cesan, el trabajo conjunto con compañeros de.. 20/01/2026

Cruise HR boss sues P&O for £9.7m after ship toilet fallWheelchair claim challenged by video of claimant walking freely at home A former HR manager at P&O Cruises is seeking £9.7 million in damages from the company's parent, Carnival Plc, after slipping in a toilet on the MV Britannia cruise.. 20/01/2026

What caused the Córdoba train crash? These are the main hypotheses so far...Investigators are focusing on possible infrastructure or mechanical failures as the cause of the accident As Spain continues to mourn the victims of the deadly train crash near Adamuz, Córdoba on Sunday January 18, the question now becomes.. 20/01/2026

DGT cracks down on WhatsApp checkpoint alertsFines up to €30,000 for warning about police alcohol and drug checkpoints If you're in one of those WhatsApp or Telegram groups that ping alerts about police checkpoints, it might be time to think again. The DGT has launched a determined effort.. 20/01/2026

Income tax return 2026: Which pensioners in Spain do not need to file the Declaración de la rentaIncome thresholds, multiple payers and exemptions explained ahead of the April 8 start of the tax campaign in Spain With the arrival of the new year, one of the most important dates in the Spanish tax calendar is getting closer. The 2026 income tax.. 20/01/2026

Brit activists take to UK streets in march against cruelty to hunting dogs in SpainUK dog lovers join Europe-wide demonstrations calling for an end to hunting dog abuse in Spain Dog lovers across the UK are set to turn out in force at the end of January, with peaceful protests planned in several major cities to demand better protection.. 20/01/2026

Trains between Madrid and Andalucía could be disrupted until February 2: What to do if your train has been cancelledMore than 200 services are affected by the suspension of rail traffic between Madrid and the cities of Sevilla, Córdoba, Málaga and Huelva High speed rail links between Madrid and several major cities in Andalucía remain suspended.. 20/01/2026

Half of Andalusian workers unhappy with pay but benefits soften the blowFlexible working and social perks help ease salary dissatisfaction in a region facing rising costs Half of Andalusian professionals say they are dissatisfied with their salaries, making it the third-highest region in Spain for pay discontent. 50.26% of.. 19/01/2026

Death toll rises to 39 in Spain's worst train accident for over a decadeSpecial hotlines have been set up for passengers and their families #AccidenteFerroviario | Más de 220 guardias civiles, pertenecientes a unidades de Seguridad Ciudadana, Agrupación de Tráfico, GRS y del Servicio Aéreo, contin.. 19/01/2026

€730,000 for emergency works to fix storm damaged roads in Málaga provinceRepairs under way on five routes in Guadalhorce and Serranía de Ronda after landslips and embankment collapses The Málaga provincial authorities are rolling out emergency repairs on five rural roads after the recent storms left embankments.. 19/01/2026

Andalucía weekly weather forecast January 19-22: Bright beginnings give way to rain and coastal winds A mild and sunny start across the region turns cloudier midweek with rain spreading from the west and stronger gusts along the Mediterranean coast Andalucía begins the week on a crisp, bright note before cloud and rain move back in from the.. 19/01/2026

Tragedy in Spain: Train crash kills 39 and leaves hundreds injured in CórdobaA major rail disaster in southern Spain has left the country in shock and forced the suspension of high-speed services between Madrid and Andalucía BREAKING: Rail service between Madrid and Andalusia, Spain, has been suspended after two high.. 18/01/2026

Spain's €60 travel pass goes on sale: Everything you need to knowUnlimited travel across Spain for 30 days with the new flat-rate ticket is now available Spain's new Single Transport Pass went on sale this Monday January 12, letting travellers zip around the country for a flat rate of €60. The Ministry.. 16/01/2026

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in SpainHalf a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain are getting an unexpected break after the government admitted its mandatory..

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief...

Gas station robbery gang smashed across Murcia region and surrounding areasGuardia Civil arrests four after 50+ break-ins targeting petrol stations and homes The Murcia region and nearby areas can breathe a little easier after the Guardia Civil smashed a violent robbery gang behind over 50 break-ins at gas stations and homes.. 16/01/2026

Bizum moves into shops with new tap-to-pay featureCaja Rural becomes first banking group to roll out contactless Bizum Pay on mobiles Bizum is about to take a significant step forward in how people pay in Spain, with a new contactless system allowing shoppers to pay in physical stores simply by holding.. 16/01/2026

Murcia and Andalucía face major shortages in residential care places for elderly peopleHigh occupancy in residential care highlights the need for more facilities, while services like Caser Residencial offer alternatives for seniors The Region of Murcia and Andalucía are both struggling to provide enough care home places for their.. 16/01/2026

Spain's inflation eases as Murcia gets a break on bills and basicsThe cost of living across Spain rose 2.7% in 2025, but the Region of Murcia saw smaller price hikes than most other areas Spain ended 2025 with a gentler rise in prices, offering a small relief to households over Christmas after a year of steady inflation.. 16/01/2026

Spain's medical cannabis milestone comes with training warningPatients and doctors welcome new rules but say specialists must learn to prescribe it Patients and medical groups have cheered a key step towards legal medical cannabis in Spain, which was agreed in October, but warn the real test will be training doctors.. 16/01/2026