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Murcia says child protection services are at breaking point after surge in migrant arrivalsThe Region warns it will struggle to take in unaccompanied children from Ceuta as boat arrivals more than double this year The Region of Murcia has warned that its child protection system is already under significant pressure following a sharp increase.. 05/08/2026

Up to €5,500 available as Spain opens new electric vehicle grant schemeApplications are now open for the Auto+ Plan, with grants available for electric cars, vans, motorcycles and quadricycles purchased since January Drivers thinking about switching to an electric vehicle can now apply for Spain's new Auto+ Plan.. 05/08/2026

Archaeologists uncover more secrets beneath Murcia's San EstebanThe ongoing excavations are revealing more about life in the medieval Islamic neighbourhood of La Arrixaca, which stood here more than eight centuries ago Archaeologists working at Murcia's San Esteban site have uncovered more evidence of what.. 05/08/2026

Could Murcia's recent earthquakes trigger a larger disaster?Researchers stress there's no cause for alarm, but they're analysing whether the tremors could have affected the fault responsible for the devastating 2011 Lorca earthquake After two earthquakes in the Region of Murcia in the space of just.. 05/08/2026

Four Murcia towns among the hottest places in SpainMolina de Segura recorded Spain's second-highest temperature as four Murcia municipalities featured in the national top ten If Tuesday felt unbearably hot, the latest figures show it wasn't just your imagination. Four municipalities in.. 05/08/2026

Buying in Spain? Choosing a firm that's both a Gestoría and a law firm could save you time, money and stressGestoría Carvajal explains why combining legal and administrative expertise can make buying a Spanish home far less stressful For many people moving to Spain, buying a home here is one of life's biggest milestones. It's exciting, but.. 04/08/2026

Millions across Spain set to witness the country's first total solar eclipse in more than a centuryThe historic event will be followed by the Perseid meteor shower in Spain, making for an unforgettable evening Next Wednesday promises to be one of the most extraordinary evenings Spain has experienced in more than a century as a total solar eclipse.. 04/08/2026

British tourists help make it a record start to the year for Murcia's tourismInternational visitor numbers reach a record high as tourists spend more and stay longer, with British holidaymakers continuing to lead the way The Region of Murcia has recorded its strongest start to the year for international tourism, with more.. 04/08/2026

Busy summer exposes hospitality staffing crisis across the Costa CálidaWith hotels and restaurants enjoying a strong tourist season, employers say finding qualified workers has become one of the industry's biggest challenges The Region of Murcia is in the middle of another busy summer, with hotels and restaurants.. 04/08/2026

Region of Murcia rents continue to climb as prices near €11 per square metreThe Region is still one of Spain's more affordable places to rent, but prices are definitely edging upwards The Region of Murcia remains one of Spain's most affordable places to rent, but prices are continuing to climb as competition for homes.. 03/08/2026

EU brings in new AI rules to make chatbots and artificially generated content easier to spotBusinesses in Spain and the rest of the EU will have to be more open when customers are interacting with AI instead of a real person Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, whether you're shopping online, searching the internet.. 03/08/2026

World Cup 2030 could bring six international teams to MurciaNew training facilities, hotels and investment are helping the Region of Murcia prepare for what could become one of its biggest sporting opportunities yet The Region of Murcia is preparing to welcome some of the world's top football teams.. 03/08/2026

Murcia weather forecast Aug 3-6: Orange heat warnings as temperatures soar this weekThe mercury is set to peak above 40°C in parts of Murcia before dropping back into the high 30s Weather alerts on Monday August 3    The Region of Murcia is heading back into another spell of intense summer heat, with temperatures.. 03/08/2026

Scorching start, stormy finish? August could bring a dramatic weather change in SpainLong-range forecasts coming from Europe hint at a major change across Spain later in the month August is set to begin much as July ends, with blistering temperatures, tropical nights and little relief from the latest heatwave, the fourth so far of.. 31/07/2026

Region of Murcia wakes to smoke as Spanish wildfires continue to burnChanging winds have carried smoke from fires in central Spain and Castellón into Murcia Residents across the Region of Murcia woke to the smell of smoke on Monday July 27 after changing winds carried wildfire smoke from central Spain and Castell.. 31/07/2026

Murcia and Cartagena among Spain's hottest property markets as prices continue to climbSan Javier recorded the Region's biggest annual increase with house prices soaring by more than 26% Buying a home in the Region of Murcia is becoming increasingly competitive, with demand continuing to outstrip supply in many of the area's.. 31/07/2026

Murcia team in the running to design Europe's future euro banknotesA Murcian design studio is the only Spanish finalist in the competition to create the next generation of euro notes The next euro banknotes could have a distinctly Murcian touch after a local design studio was shortlisted by the European Central Bank.. 31/07/2026

New EU rules could save you hundreds on broken phones and other gadgetsManufacturers throughout Spain will have to offer repairs for many devices even after the warranty has expired Throwing away a faulty phone or replacing a washing machine simply because it's out of warranty is about to become a thing of the past.. 30/07/2026

Major road repairs costing €25 million approved across the Region of MurciaThe four-year programme will cover the RM-15 motorway and dozens of regional roads across 15 Murcia municipalities Drivers across the Region of Murcia can expect improvements to the RM-15 motorway and dozens of regional roads after the government.. 30/07/2026

International manhunt launched in Camposol double murder investigationDetectives believe a Colombian national left Spain shortly after the killings and are now seeking his arrest The investigation into the gruesome double murder at Camposol has taken another dramatic turn, with an international search launched for a.. 30/07/2026