ANDALUCIA NEWS

Spain's public health leans heavily on private handsMinistry report reveals 30% of hospitals now privately run, with billions in public spending A new report from Spain's Ministry of Health lays bare a big shift in how public healthcare is delivered. Three out of every ten public hospitals are now..

Robbie Williams to light up Seville's Plaza de España next summerThe Britpop star brings two full albums to Iconica Santalucía Sevilla Fest Picture this: Robbie Williams touching down in Seville for the first time ever, ready to rock Plaza de España under the stars. It’s part of the 2026 Icó.. 12/12/2025

Cádiz sets clear rules for New Year's Eve partiesAyuntamiento decree balances festive fun with neighbours' right to rest If you're planning a New Year's Eve bash in Cádiz, the Ayuntamiento has just made things straightforward with a new municipal decree. It's designed to let the.. 12/12/2025

Angels Nursing and Homecare wishes you a Happy Christmas 2025The team remains committed to providing personalised, dignified care across the Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and beyond The festive season is here and Angels Nursing and Homecare is taking a moment to extend warm Christmas wishes to all their.. 11/12/2025

Spain proposes bumping up the minimum wage in 2026The lowest salaries in Spain could increase by between 3.1% and 4.7% next year The committee of experts advising the Ministry of Labour has put forward two proposals for raising the national minimum wage (SMI) next year. The first proposal involves.. 11/12/2025

Danish-Spanish police operation uncovers brutal crypto-kidnap plot in MijasFive arrested in Spain and four charged in Denmark after a man was kidnapped and murdered during a botched attempt to access his digital wallets A shocking case that began with a violent break-in in Mijas last spring has now led to nine people being identified.. 11/12/2025

Merry Christmas 2025 and Happy New Year 2026 from Global Relocation - SpainA warm thank you to customers and a look at how Global continues to support international moves Global Relocation - Spain would like to wish all readers of Spanish News Today a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The team also sends heartfelt.. 11/12/2025

Spain's straightest road: The 23km line that never bendsThe N-301 between El Provencio and Minaya offers Spain’s longest arrow-straight drive, but its monotony hides some real safety risks   Spain has plenty of winding mountain roads and coastal bends, but one stretch in the middle of the country.. 11/12/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast December 11-14: Chilly mornings, cloudier skies and showers for someEasterly breezes, crisp starts and a mix of cloud, rain and milder coastal afternoons across Andalucía A cooler, more unsettled spell is setting up across Andalucía, with chilly starts, a lot of cloud and periods of rain, particularly towards.. 11/12/2025

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-BrexitStep-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can I renew my TIE? How long does it take to renew a TIE? Step-by-step guide..

Body found near motorway as search for missing British woman ends in griefGeraldine Ann, 73, went missing after leaving home to feed cats and a body has now been located pending DNA confirmation A body believed to be that of 73 year old British resident Geraldine Ann has been discovered beside a motorway in southern Spain.. 10/12/2025

British patrol boat intercepts migrant vessel heading for SpainForty one people were detained off the Moroccan coast after the Royal Navy stepped in A British Coast Guard patrol boat has stopped a migrant vessel that was attempting to reach the Spanish coast from northern Morocco, in an operation that local media.. 10/12/2025

Night raid at Castellar: More than 20 animals stolen in zoo heistMonkeys, parrots and young foxes taken in targeted break in as staff fear thieves will strike again Keepers at the Castellar Rescue Centre, in the Cádiz province, are reeling after a carefully planned night-time robbery in which more than 20 animals.. 10/12/2025

From drains to drives: Spanish scientists turn sewage into battery powerNew research in Córdoba uses wastewater sludge to make cleaner, cheaper batteries for electric cars What we usually flush away could one day help power our cars. A team at the University of Córdoba has found a way to turn municipal sewage.. 10/12/2025

Flu cases explode across Spain two weeks before ChristmasCases triple in Andalucía and increase by an incredible 248% in the Region of Murcia Spain has been hit by another massive surge in flu cases at the worst possible time. With just two weeks to go until Christmas, when families and friends.. 10/12/2025

New housing initiative insures landlords in Spain against non-paying tenantsThe long-awaited measure will offer homeowners in Spain more protection against rent defaults For years, landlords in Spain have watched their rights being eroded, caught between tenants who stop paying rent and squatters who move into empty properties.. 09/12/2025

EU signs off tougher migration rules despite Spanish objectionsNew return directive allows faster deportations and offshore detention centres, prompting concern from Madrid The European Union has approved a major tightening of its migration policy, clearing the way for faster deportations and the creation of detention.. 09/12/2025

Málaga Cathedral's roof renovation pushed back to mid-2027Fire safety redesign and stone facade addition extend the €22.5m project timeline If you've been keeping an eye on the impressive work on Málaga Cathedral's roof, there's a going to be a delay: completion is now set for mid.. 09/12/2025

Road deaths fall but Andalucía still loses 57 Iberian lynx this yearConservation efforts continue to pay off as the endangered species expands into new territory The latest figures from the Junta de Andalucía show a welcome drop in lynx deaths caused by traffic this year, although road accidents remain one of the.. 09/12/2025

The biggest and best Christmas markets in Spain for 2025From the traditional market in Madrid's Plaza Mayor to the new A Coruña stalls, Christmas shoppers are spoiled for choice in Spain Christmas in Spain is always a feast for the senses and one of the most charming traditions is the arrival.. 08/12/2025