REGION OF MURCIA, REGION OF MURCIA NEWS

Non-EU property owners in Spain can now deduct rental expenses and receive tax rebatesSpain’s National Court has ruled that preventing non-EU property owners from deducting rental expenses violates EU law, a decision which allows non-EU investors to claim substantial tax refunds and reduce future liabilities Until recently, non-EU..

Mercadona Spain announces new opening hours from September 1The Valencian chain will revert to winter hours from the start of next month It seems like only yesterday that Spain’s favourite supermarket extended its opening hours for the summer, giving us later closing times and the options of a leisurely.. 29/08/2025

People affected by La Manga hotel salmonella outbreak now total 190Origin of food poisoning or disciplinary action against hotel have not yet been confirmed The outbreak of salmonella at the Hotel Izán Cavanna in La Manga del Mar Menor last weekend has now been confirmed to have affected 190 people, according.. 29/08/2025

Águilas presents suggested snorkelling routes at 13 beach locationsEasy underwater tourism for all the family along the Mediterranean coast of Águilas The routes are In their drive to encourage “blue tourism”, the Town Hall of Águilas has created a guide to snorkelling at 13 of the beaches in.. 29/08/2025

Murcia ranks as the second most popular place for rural tourism in Spain this summerThe Region reached 71% occupancy for the months of June, July and August Rural tourism has closed a strong summer season across Spain, with Murcia standing out as one of the top destinations. According to industry figures, the Region of Murcia recorded.. 28/08/2025

West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in Pulpí and other parts of AlmeríaChecks carried out in the Region of Murcia have not yet found any trace of the disease, but experts are still warning people to remain alert West Nile virus has been detected this summer in mosquitoes in Pulpí and Mojácar (Almerí.. 28/08/2025

Murcia weekend weather forecast August 28-31Expect stable temperatures and clear or slightly cloudy skies this weekend in Murcia It will be a fairly settled weekend too see off August in the Region of Murcia, according to the weather forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), with.. 28/08/2025

Environmental groups take legal action to stop potential hotel plans at the Cabo de Palos LighthouseThe Cartagena landmark has been declared a Site of Cultural Interest, but this doesn’t rule out commercial ventures At first glance, it might seem strange that an environmental group would oppose a declaration meant to protect the Cabo de Palos.. 27/08/2025

Relocation map for migrant children throughout Spain finally confirmedThe Valencian Community and Andalucía are among the regions that will receive the most unaccompanied minors After months of talks and delays, the Spanish government has finally rubber-stamped the decree that will allow unaccompanied migrant.. 27/08/2025

Smart Office team created in Los Alcázares as the town moves towards 'intelligent tourism'A cross-departmental team coordinates innovations to improve still further the sustainability and accessibility of tourism in Los Alcázares Following the announcement last week that approval has been given in Los Alcázares for plans to create.. 27/08/2025

Air quality levels have been awful the last couple of days with all this calimaLorca is on level 3 alert as the calima causes poor air quality across the Region of Murcia Air quality in the Region of Murcia has been severely affected in recent days by the presence of calima, a meteorological phenomenon in which fine particles.. 27/08/2025

Read the September edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the September issue of Home & Living! This month, our pages are filled with inspirational ideas for your home and garden, together with some wonderful recipes, a what’s on guide, charity information, a business directory and more.. 27/08/2025

Landmark Ryanair and Booking.com agreement makes life easier for travellersSpain says the change will bring "more seamless and transparent booking experiences" for customers Ryanair and Booking.com have reached a historic collaboration that ends years of tension between the two companies. The agreement means that.. 27/08/2025

Emergency aid for Murcia residents and businesses affected by storms and firesThe Spanish Government has approved an emergency decree to offer financial help to the Region of Murcia People affected by the storms that hit the Region of Murcia in July will now be able to access help thanks to an emergency decree approved by the.. 27/08/2025

Thirteen dead in one week in the most lethal heatwave of the Murcian summerSince June 1, 21 people have died as a result of the high temperatures recorded in the Region of Murcia The latest heatwave, which we’ve only just seen the back of, has proved to be the deadliest of all time. Thirteen lives were lost in a single.. 26/08/2025

Murcia-Alicante border town rocked by earthquakeThe 2.2 magnitude quake struck Hondón de los Frailes late on Monday night, August 25 Just a couple of weeks after the area was rocked by a swarm of 12 different earthquakes, the village of Hondón de los Frailes, located just a couple.. 26/08/2025

British buyers push the Region of Murcia into Spain's top four for foreign home salesLower prices and good weather are keeping Murcia high on the list for overseas investors The Region of Murcia has just ranked fourth in Spain for the number of homes purchased by foreign buyers, according to data from the 2024 Yearbook of the Association.. 26/08/2025

Annual archaeological dig begins on Isla del Fraile in AguilasEvidence has been found in recent years that Isla del Fraile was home to Bronze Age settlers before the Romans and the Moors The arrival of September sees the departure of the peak season holidaymakers from Águilas but also heralds the arrival.. 26/08/2025

Hotter seas put Murcia on flood watch this autumnSea temperatures 3ºC higher than normal could trigger torrential downpours across the Region of Murcia The August heatwave may have come to an end but the Mediterranean shows no signs of cooling, leading experts to advise that the Region of Murcia.. 26/08/2025

La Palmera Bar and Grill: Authentic flavours in the heart of Estrella de MarFrom hearty breakfasts to unforgettable roasts, Estrella de Mar’s favourite spot has it all La Palmera Bar and Grill in Estrella de Mar, Murcia, has built a well-earned reputation as one of the area’s favourite dining spots. Known for its welcoming..