The Local Spain

Why do people from Madrid have a reputation for being arrogant? Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:45:06 +0200 One of the most common stereotypes in Spain is that people from the capital think they’re better than everybody else.

Spain faces possible fifth heatwave with up to 43C forecast this week Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:25:56 +0200 After a somewhat cooler end to August in Spain, the scorching summer weather is returning in full force as September kicks off, with temperatures above 35C forecast for much of the country.

Spain records over 5,000 heat-related deaths since June Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:46:11 +0200 Spain registered more than 5,000 heat-related deaths from June to August, data from a public health institute showed on Tuesday, a record since the start of its statistics in 2015.

The towns on Spain's Costa Blanca where foreigners buy 8 in 10 homes Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:16:55 +0200 It’s well known that Valencia’s Costa Blanca is a favourite spot for foreigners to live or buy a property here in Spain, but the latest figures from the country's General Council of Notaries reveal just how popular it still is.

How good does my Spanish language level have to be to get citizenship? Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:13:32 +0100 If you’re a non-native Spanish speaker who wants to obtain Spanish nationality after ten years of residency, you will have to sit a Spanish language exam if you want to obtain citizenship. Is your Spanish good enough?

Do I have to leave Spain if my residency application is denied? Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:34:07 +0200 If your Spanish residency permit application is denied, you will probably receive a letter giving you 15 days' notice to leave the country. But does this actually mean it's mandatory for you to leave Spain or face being deported?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:05:25 +0200 Fifth heatwave of the summer on its way, Spain remains top country for organ donations, Israel accuses Sánchez of 'brazen lie' over Ceuta remarks, and more news on Tuesday September 1st.

KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Spain in September 2026 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:57:08 +0200 New housing and rental laws, school year starts, changes to fuel prices, new flight routes, vets and teachers to strike, and plenty more - here's what's happening in Spain in September 2026.

Spain wildfires burn 264,000 hectares, 80,000 less than last year Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:26:42 +0200 The Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge (Miteco) has released new data this Monday August 31st, revealing just how many hectares have been destroyed by wildfires so far in Spain this year.

Italy and Spain extend border checks for 15 days in migration row Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:32:19 +0200 Italy and Spain announced on Monday a 15-day extension of reciprocal border checks imposed in a spat over a migrant rush last month into the Spanish north African territory of Ceuta.

Another day of protests in Ceuta mark a month since migrant influx Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:47:39 +0200 Several hundred Ceuta residents took to the streets again on Sunday to protest the mass influx of migrants into their city, which occurred last month and is still having an effect.

Spain's Sánchez rules out responsibility of Morocco in migrant surge Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:54:58 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said on Monday a rush of migrants to the enclave of Ceuta a month ago was still under investigation, though he ruled out any responsibility on the part of Moroccan authorities.

‘It makes good sense’: Your verdict on Spain’s traffic light rule change Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:39:24 +0200 The traffic light rules at pedestrian crossings are set to change in Spain. Here's what you really think about the new law, plus your views on driving in here in general.

British-Spanish community of 30,000 seek independence in Spain’s Orihuela Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:11:29 +0200 A community of some 30,000 mainly British and Spanish nationals in Orihuela Costa is demanding independence from the municipality of Orihuela and has even formed its own political party – the Orihuela Costa Independence Party (PIOC).

'Warning to Europe': How Iceland's 'No' vote is a blow to the EU Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:12:13 +0200 The European Union put on a brave face on Sunday in response to the Icelandic vote against resuming EU accession negotiations, but the result is no doubt a big blow to Brussels and a boon for eurosceptics.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:48:30 +0200 Nepal locates three missing Spanish tourists, 43 percent of overtime hours in Spain go unpaid, government to approve emergency aid package for Ceuta, and more news from Spain this Monday August 31st.

Four migrants arrested in Ceuta for throwing stones at Spanish soldiers Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:02:30 +0200 Four Moroccan migrants in Spain's enclave of Ceuta were arrested Saturday for throwing stones at a patrol of Spanish soldiers, one of whom fell and injured himself while pursuing the assailants, a police spokesman told AFP.

Iceland votes 'No' to resuming EU talks Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:01:37 +0200 Iceland voted 'No' to resuming membership negotiations with the European Union, final referendum results showed Sunday, dealing a heavy blow to Brussels which had been keen to welcome a new wealthy member.

EXPLAINED: How traffic lights will change in Spain in October Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:30:08 +0200 If you're a driver or a pedestrian in Spain, certain crossings will work a little differently starting from this October. Here's what you need to know.

Europe's monarchs and world leaders mourn Norway's King Harald Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:57:45 +0200 European monarchs and world leaders paid to Norway's King Harald, after the royal palace announced his death aged 89.