Spain rejects proposal to lower drink-driving limitThu, 19 Mar 2026 17:42:33 +0100 Several Spanish political parties have rejected a proposal to lower the drink-driving limit in Spain, with the ruling Socialists accusing the PP and Vox of "bowing to the beer and wine lobbies". | |
Five things to know about the Galician languageFri, 18 Oct 2024 11:50:23 +0200 You may have visited Galicia, but what do you know about the Spanish region's unique language? Here are five things to know about Galician or Galego. | |
How a female teacher campaigned for Spain to have a Father's DayFri, 19 Mar 2021 12:39:24 +0100 Today marks Father’s Day in Spain, the day when children all over the country come home with handmade crafts and often enjoy a special meal with their dads. But what are the origins of this day in Spain and why is it celebrated on March 19th? | |
Everything we know about Spain's new work visa waiver for BritsThu, 19 Mar 2026 13:07:55 +0100 As Spanish and British authorities strengthen their post-Brexit business ties, the standout news is that of a visa exemption for some UK workers heading to Spain. The deal will cut red tape and increase business opportunities for international workers. | |
Spain's Senate backs law targeting foreign repeat offendersThu, 19 Mar 2026 11:33:10 +0100 As part of wider legal reforms to target repeat offenders such as pickpockets, Spain's upper chamber has proposed a law that would tighten residency requirements for foreigners who commit crimes. | |
Why do many figureheads of Spain's far-right Vox have foreign surnames?Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:43:59 +0100 Despite Vox's outspoken anti-immigration rhetoric, a surprising amount of the party's top brass have non-Spanish surnames and foreign ancestry. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on ThursdayThu, 19 Mar 2026 09:13:03 +0100 Sánchez announces €1 billion for Ukraine, train delays in Spain triple since 2019, one in three Spanish tenants fear rent rises in near future and more news from Spain on Thursday 19th March. | |
Can I be registered on the padrón in two places in Spain?Wed, 08 Jan 2025 12:31:55 +0100 Is it possible to register with two different town halls in Spain or can you live in one place and be registered in another? Here's what you need to know about having a padrón in two places. | |
The essential A to Z guide to bureaucracy in SpainTue, 07 May 2019 09:00:00 +0200 Got your NIEs and TIEs all in a muddle? Not sure if you are paying IVA or IRPF? In this handy guide, The Local spells out some of the key terms you'll need while living in Spain. | |
Spain and UK to agree on new work visa waiver and stronger business tiesWed, 18 Mar 2026 13:57:58 +0100 UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves visited Madrid on Wednesday to meet with Spanish businesses and agree on other ways to strengthen ties between both countries post-Brexit, including a short-stay work visa waiver. | |
KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Spain in April 2026Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:13:12 +0100 Gibraltar-Spain free movement, full rollout of EES, regularisation of 500,000+ undocumented migrants to kick off, tax season begins, prices forecast to increase, Easter and more - this is what to expect from April 2026 in Spain. | |
The regions in Spain where you can deduct vet bills in your tax returnWed, 18 Mar 2026 09:35:08 +0100 A few regions in Spain have recently approved a new measure which allows you to deduct vet expenses from your yearly income tax return. | |
Spain and Mexico unthaw relations after Conquest of Americas rowWed, 18 Mar 2026 09:07:08 +0100 Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday welcomed Spanish King Felipe VI's acknowledgement that abuses were committed during Spain's conquest of the Americas. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayWed, 18 Mar 2026 08:41:46 +0100 Spain to release 11.5 million barrels of oil to contain prices, Middle East conflict causes medicine shortage in Spain, water reservoirs reach highest level in 12 years and more news on Wednesday March 18th. | |
Five reasons why Galicia is Spain's version of IrelandWed, 03 Nov 2021 14:27:53 +0100 To celebrate St. Patrick's Day today, The Local has been delving into Spain's northern region of Galicia to find out what it has in common with Ireland. | |
Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in SpainWed, 11 Mar 2026 11:22:44 +0100 Whether you're Irish or not, there are plenty of ways to turn green this Paddy's Day in Spain, with celebrations across the country, from Benidorm to Barcelona. | |
Spain to approve measures to alleviate impact of Iran warTue, 17 Mar 2026 12:11:33 +0100 The Spanish government has announced that it will seek to implement a raft of new measures to mitigate the economic effects of the war in Iran. | |
How to spot restaurants in Spain that are tourist trapsMon, 08 Jul 2024 09:46:00 +0200 If eating and drinking what the locals have and paying the right price for it matters to you, there are several tell tale signs that certain restaurants in Spain are tourist traps and only in it for the money. | |
What will the weather be like in Spain this Easter?Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:19:58 +0100 Easter week is fast approaching and many will be wondering what the weather will be like. | |
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on TuesdayTue, 17 Mar 2026 09:23:37 +0100 Zelensky to visit Spain for talks with PM Sánchez, Spanish king acknowledges 'much abuse' during Conquest, Storm Therese to batter southern Spain, and more news this Tuesday March 17th. | |