Tourism in Spain hits the brakes after years of rapid growthThe experts say the slowdown is natural and the industry remains in strong shape throughout Spain heading into 2026 Spain’s tourism industry is beginning to slow its pace after several years of rapid post-Covid growth, with new figures showing.. 13/01/2026

Murcia extends mask mandate in healthcare settings for another two weeksThe Region of Murcia will keep facemasks compulsory in hospitals and health centres until January 28 Face masks will remain mandatory in hospitals, health centres and primary care emergency services across the Region of Murcia for another fortnight.. 13/01/2026

Former employees accuse Julio Iglesias of sexual assault at Caribbean homesTwo women say they faced control, intimidation and abuse while working for the singer in 2021 Two former employees of Spanish singer Julio Iglesias have accused him of sexual assault, describing what they say was an atmosphere of fear, control and abuse.. 13/01/2026

Retirees beware: Spanish pension scam letters are back in circulationFraudsters claiming to offer pension increases are targeting retirees in Spain with fake requests for ID and bank details Pensioners across Spain are being warned about a nasty scam that's doing the rounds again this January, just as people are.. 13/01/2026

Murcia cuts red tape to speed up housing constructionThe new law will combine all housing approval steps into a single process, cutting years off construction times The Regional Government of Murcia is taking steps to make building new homes faster and simpler. President Fernando López Miras.. 13/01/2026

Your place in the sun and your place underground? Bunkers on the rise in MurciaA giant billboard in the centre of Murcia is turning heads, signalling the rise of private bunkers Murcia is popular for its year-round sunshine and beautiful beaches, making it the perfect place for a second home. But what about a home a little.. 13/01/2026

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.. 13/01/2026

New restaurant-bar, padel and wellness centre to open in Puerto de MazarrónThe new centre is being built on the site of a former nightclub that has been empty for years A new padel and wellness centre with a gym and a swimming pool is being built at the entrance to Puerto de Mazarrón, on a site that has been sitting.. 13/01/2026

Landlords in Spain offered 100% tax bonus to freeze rentsThe government has unveiled new measures to tackle soaring rental prices in Spain but faces backlash from left-wing allies President of the Spanish Government Pedro Sánchez has announced a major shake-up of Spain's rental market, promising.. 13/01/2026

Endesa Spain suffers a cyberattack and confirms the theft of customer dataNames, contact details, ID numbers and bank account information all across Spain may have been compromised Energía XXI, the main energy supplier for Endesa, one of Spain's biggest electricity and gas companies, has told customers their.. 12/01/2026

Murcia basks in 19-degree weather: Weather forecast January 12-15Temperatures will rise until Friday, when the return of the rains will bring a cold snap It’s a cracker of a weather forecast for the Region of Murcia from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) this week, with predictions of temperatures as.. 12/01/2026

Higher motorway tolls are on the way across Spain in 2026Tolls throughout Spain are set to rise by 2% every year until 2032 Drivers using certain Spanish motorways will see tolls rise by 2% each year between now and 2032, following a decision published in the Official State Gazette on December 18 after.. 12/01/2026

Murcia tackles toxic mining waste to reduce health risksAuthorities are cleaning up old mining sites in Murcia to keep communities and waterways safe from toxic soil and heavy metals Murcia has been dealing with the long-term effects of mining for decades. Old mining operations, particularly in areas.. 12/01/2026

Doctors warn of tougher protests in February as strike threat returnsMedical unions say talks with the Health Ministry have broken down and warn action could escalate into an indefinite strike Doctors across Spain are preparing to step up their protests in February, warning that mobilisations will be “much more intense.. 12/01/2026

Taquilla Tickets launches monthly coach trips to Alhama de Murcia market from FebruaryThe popular Murcia tour operator will run accompanied shopping excursions on the last Tuesday of every month in 2026 Taquilla Tickets is giving bargain hunters and market lovers a new reason to get excited with the launch of monthly coach trips to.. 12/01/2026

President Sánchez's new funding rules will give an extra €1 billion to Murcia in 2027The revised system for budgeting and financing autonomous communities in Spain is designed to be fairer and will benefit the Region of Murcia more than any other The Spanish Government has proposed a new system for funding Spain’s regions.. 12/01/2026

Seven earthquakes in Sierra Espuña this Sunday in the space of just a few hoursNone of this Sunday’s earthquakes were large or dangerous The Region of Murcia was the site of several low-magnitude seismic movements this Sunday January 11, in the area just west of Alhama de Murcia in the Sierra Espuña Regional Park.. 12/01/2026

Spanish police warn new V16 beacon could help criminals target stranded driversThe Guardia Civil in Spain has raised concerns about vehicle theft and 'pirate tow trucks' exploiting breakdown locations The highly controversial V16 emergency beacon that became mandatory in Spain on January 1 might not be the safety breakthrough.. 12/01/2026

Why your business should ditch roadside billboards and advertise with Camposol Today insteadCamposol Today gets your business seen by half a million engaged readers from as little as €95 per month Drive along any main road in Spain and you simply can’t miss them. Those massive billboards looming over dual carriageways and.. 09/01/2026

The trick for homeowners in Spain to pay less income tax in 2026What property owners in Spain need to know now to reduce their next Declaración de la Renta It might feel a little bit early but just like every year, the dreaded 2026 income tax return season will be upon us before we know it. Everyone wants to..