CAMPOSOL, CAMPOSOL & LOCAL NEWS

Spain steps in to cap energy costs as fuel and gas prices hit their highest levels since 2022The government's third anti-crisis package limits gas tariff rises, freezes butane cylinder prices and extends fuel tax cuts through to the end of the year Energy bills in Spain are climbing fast and the government has moved to limit the damage.. 30/09/2026

Spanish doctors officially call an indefinite strike in OctoberDoctors say months of protests and failed negotiations with the Health Ministry have left them with no option but to step up industrial action Doctors across Spain are officially being called to an indefinite strike from October 28, after the country.. 30/09/2026

Two earthquakes recorded in Murcia during the early hoursThe earthquakes measured 3.1 and 3 and were recorded just a few hours apart Two earthquakes were recorded in the Region of Murcia during the early hours of Wednesday September 30, both in the same area south of Beniel. The first happened at 2.04.. 30/09/2026

Your shopping basket has gone up nearly 40% in five years and coffee has more than doubledNew OCU report reveals which supermarkets are cheapest, and how much your postcode could be costing you If your weekly shop feels like it costs more than it used to, you're not imagining it. A new report from Spain's Organisation of Consumers.. 29/09/2026

The foreign entrepreneurs who could breathe new life into Murcia's smallest communitiesNew analysis projects nearly 17,000 foreign self-employed workers in the region by 2031, with rural communities among the biggest potential beneficiaries The number of foreign self-employed workers in the Region of Murcia has grown by 18.4% in just two.. 29/09/2026

Murcia puts itself forward to trial AI emergency services technologyPlans include AI tools for managing 112 calls, advanced geolocation systems and better warnings during floods, fires and extreme weather, particularly in rural areas The Region of Murcia has offered to become a testing ground for new technology.. 29/09/2026

Murcia weather September 28-October 1: Cloud and showers returnTemperatures will be warm across the Region of Murcia this week, but cloudy skies and a few showers will make it feel more autumnal, particularly inland Autumn may have arrived, but temperatures are still reaching the low 30s in parts of the Region.. 28/09/2026

Imserso holidays are selling out in minutes as hotels quietly step awayMore than four million pensioners are chasing fewer than 880,000 places, and the hotels in the most popular resorts are the missing piece The queues outside the travel agencies, across Spain, started early. In some cities, retirees were already lined.. 28/09/2026

New legal ruling brings important warning for Camposol property ownersGestoría Carvajal explains what homeowners need to know about properties near watercourses Buying or selling a property in Spain can involve more than simply agreeing a price and signing the paperwork. For homeowners in Camposol, a recent legal.. 25/09/2026

Murcia Region records one of Spain's hottest summers in 157 yearsTemperatures reached 44.2°C in the Region of Murcia as AEMET warns that autumn is also likely to be warmer than normal Murcia was right at the heart of Spain's extraordinary summer, with temperatures reaching 44.2°C on July 23 as the.. 25/09/2026

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorterThe autumn equinox arrives on Wednesday with almost equal hours of daylight and darkness Summer is officially coming to an end in Spain this week, although you might not notice much difference in the weather just yet.   The autumn equinox.. 25/09/2026

New rules mean your work contract has to tell you a lot more from next monthRoyal Decree 723/2026 comes into force on October 5 and expands what employers must put in writing If you're employed in Spain, changes are coming to what your employer legally has to tell you about your job. Royal Decree 723/2026 was published in.. 25/09/2026

The EU is capping cash payments at €10,000 from 2027, but Spain already has stricter rules in placeWhat the new regulation means in practice depends on whether you're a resident, a non-resident or running a business Cash is quietly becoming more complicated across Europe and if you live in Spain or spend significant time here, it's worth.. 25/09/2026

Taking the stress out of probate and estate administration in SpainThy Will Be Done helps families navigate probate and inheritance across Spain and the UK For many people, dealing with probate and estate administration after the death of a loved one can be daunting on two very different levels.   There.. 25/09/2026

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A series of new road rules will come into force across Spain on Thursday October 1, bringing changes for anyone who drives, cycles, rides.. 25/09/2026

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolleySome stores are testing a system that could change how you pack away your shopping at the till If you shop at Mercadona, in Spain, you might notice something different at the checkout before too long. The supermarket chain is quietly trialling a new payment.. 24/09/2026

Murcia Region given six months to cut GP waiting timesThe regional government has been ordered to draw up a plan to reduce patient lists and improve access to family doctors, paediatricians and nurses People waiting for an appointment with their local doctor could see changes to primary care in the.. 24/09/2026

France is running out of petrol… Could Spain be next?Fuel shortages have hit around 15% of French service stations but Spain's industry insists its supplies are more secure Around 1,500 petrol stations across France have reported shortages of petrol or diesel in recent days, raising fresh questions.. 24/09/2026

October 4 Become a winemaker for the day with Raquel Tours in JumillaRaquel Tours is taking guests to one of Murcia’s famous wine regions for a day of wine, food and Spanish culture Ever wondered what it would be like to make your own wine? Well now you have the chance to find out as Raquel Tours Murcia has a.. 23/09/2026

Segura basin starts new hydrological year with reservoirs more than half fullWater reserves have fallen slightly in recent weeks but remain more than half full, with 589 hm³ stored ahead of October Happy hydrological new year! I'm sure you had it marked on the calendar. In case you didn't, it starts on October.. 23/09/2026