REGION OF MURCIA, LOCAL NEWS AND COMMUNITY INFO

Solar panel grants and tax breaks available in the Region of MurciaEcocorp Solar fits premium solar and battery systems for homeowners across Almería, Murcia, Granada, Málaga and Alicante With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, the Region of Murcia is one of the best places in Spain to make the.. 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

Murcia weather Sept 24-27: Summer refuses to leave as temperatures soar towards 37°CCaravaca and Yecla could reach 37°C on Friday while coastal areas remain several degrees cooler Autumn may have officially arrived this week, but you wouldn't necessarily know it from the weather in the Region of Murcia. Sunshine, warm temperatures.. 24/09/2026

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

Murcia's private hospitals among the best rated in the country, new study revealsRegion comes in third nationally, with HLA Hospital La Vega leading the way If you've ever wondered how the Region's private hospitals stack up against the rest of Spain, the answer is rather reassuring. Murcia has come in third out of all Spain.. 23/09/2026

Region of Murcia brings forward flu vaccination campaign amid early season warningPeople aged over 60, pregnant women and those with underlying health conditions can now book their vaccinations Health centres across the Region of Murcia have opened their appointment books for this year’s flu and Covid-19 vaccination campaign.. 23/09/2026

WATCH! Spain launches new campaign tackling stigma and guilt around abortionThe campaign aims to challenge guilt and judgement while highlighting access to abortion through Spain’s public health system Spain’s Health Ministry has launched a new campaign aimed at challenging the stigma and guilt surrounding abortion.. 23/09/2026

Warm Mediterranean raises risk of intense autumn rain in MurciaAEMET warns that the Region of Murcia has several of the ingredients needed for intense rainfall, with sea temperatures close to 30°C adding extra moisture to the atmosphere The Mediterranean is heading into autumn with sea temperatures.. 23/09/2026

Flights to Spain could cost £150 more by 2050 under new UK climate proposalsThe Climate Change Committee says airlines must pay to clean up their emissions if Heathrow expands, and passengers will likely foot the bill If you fly regularly between Spain and the UK to visit family or friends, a new report from Britain's official.. 22/09/2026

A 'Godzilla' El Niño is building: What does it mean for Spain?Sea temperatures in the tropical Pacific are rising rapidly, with forecasters watching closely to see how the unusual event develops The unusually warm Pacific is raising questions about what lies ahead for Spain, with forecasts pointing towards.. 22/09/2026

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.. 22/09/2026

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.. 22/09/2026

Rising diesel prices in Spain could soon push up your grocery billEconomists in Spain warn the surge in agricultural diesel prices could feed through to food prices within months Fuel prices have surged in recent weeks amid renewed conflict in the Middle East and experts warn the increase will not stay confined.. 22/09/2026

Flu and Covid both on the rise again across SpainFlu positivity has doubled in Spain compared to last year while Covid infections are shooting up among infants under one Flu cases exploded across Spain right before Christmas last year, then largely faded from the headlines as spring took hold. Now.. 22/09/2026

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.. 21/09/2026

Region of Murcia offers free intercity transport for World Car-Free DayA 100% discount on Tuesday coincides with a wider push to expand and green the regional bus network Intercity transport across the Region of Murcia will be free on Tuesday September 22 to mark World Car-Free Day, with the regional government applying.. 21/09/2026

La Manga and Cabo de Palos plan for life beyond the summer seasonLocal businesses and the town hall are working on autumn events, beach services and plans to keep the coastal area active throughout the year Summer may be winding down, but businesses in La Manga and Cabo de Palos are already looking ahead to.. 21/09/2026