The Local Spain

What's the law on Ozempic for weight loss in Spain? Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:56:22 +0200 Ozempic has quickly become the world's most popular off-label weight loss drug - but can people in Spain get their hands on it without a medical prescription and if they don't have diabetes? Here's what the law says.

What’s the difference between a gestor, a lawyer and a notary in Spain? Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:13:23 +0200 It’s impossible to live in Spain and not have to deal with its often frustrating bureaucracy, and for that you’ll usually need professional help. So for which official matters should you hire a gestor, a lawyer or a notary? What can they do and not do?

Spain posts record number of heat-related deaths in May Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:55:24 +0200 The deaths of 101 people in Spain in May were heat-related, the highest number for the month since such records started being kept in 2015, the Spanish health ministry has said.

Spain starts work on 2027 budget after years of parliamentary deadlock Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:07:42 +0200 Spain's prime minister said Wednesday that his government has begun work on a 2027 budget, effectively shelving hopes of passing a spending plan for this year as his minority administration struggles to secure parliamentary support.

Anti-bullfighting activists protest before pope ahead of Spain visit Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:18:24 +0200 Two anti-bullfighting protesters at the Vatican were taken away Wednesday after interrupting Pope Leo's popemobile before an audience, just days before the pontiff's visit to Spain.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:03:55 +0200 Murcia forest fire extinguished, Spain's biggest hotel chain pulls out of Cuba, five Spanish police officers die in lorry collision, and more news from Spain on Thursday 4th June.

Far right stay in power in Spain's Castilla y León region in another win for Vox Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:53:43 +0200 Spain's main opposition conservative party united with the far right to have its leader re-elected in the northern region of Castilla y León on Wednesday, their latest alliance before next year's general election.

How companies in Europe are struggling to recruit workers from outside the EU Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:49:22 +0200 Almost half of European small and medium companies struggle to find workers with the skills they need but recruitment outside the EU remains “limited” and “too difficult”, a recent Eurobarometer survey published by the European Commission had shown.

How Shakira's tax battle in Spain could affect foreigners and the 183-day rule Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:16:51 +0200 The Spanish Tax Agency's plan to overturn a recent court ruling in favour of Colombian singer Shakira could have implications for high-earning foreigners, digital nomads, and remote workers who split their time between Spain and other countries.

New EU law forces employers in Spain to publish salary before job interview Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:36:26 +0200 A new European Union directive on pay transparency means that companies in Spain must provide more information on salaries in the job advert itself and before the application and interview process.

Mercadona to open on Sundays over summer in Spain's tourist areas Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:17:46 +0200 Spain's most popular supermarket has announced that it will be open for longer in areas of high-tourist concentration during the peak summer months, closing later on weekdays and opening on Sundays.

Migrant boat crossings in focus ahead of Pope's visit to Spain's Canaries Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:55:14 +0200 Since Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Spain was announced, the pontiff voiced his intent to stop in the Canary Islands to highlight the humanitarian crisis on the deadly Atlantic migration route, as well as to meet with migrants, rescue workers, and aid organisations.

Spanish mayor bans DR Congo pre-World Cup game due to Ebola fears Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:29:28 +0200 A pre-World Cup friendly involving the Democratic Republic of Congo has been cancelled by the mayor of the Spanish town hosting the match over health concerns regarding the Ebola outbreak in the African country.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:07:08 +0200 Teachers pledge nationwide strike across Spain in September, Pope and Bad Bunny push average hotel prices in Madrid over €600 per night and more news on Wednesday June 3rd.

Spain's longest suspension bridge to open at Málaga's Caminito del Rey Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:13:54 +0200 What was once considered 'the world's most dangerous walkway' is getting a new alternative route in the form of a 110-metre-long suspension bridge, an alternative route for hikers on this iconic trekking spot in southern Spain.

EU calls on nine European countries to scrap internal Schengen border checks Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:10:21 +0200 The European Commission on Tuesday asked nine countries in the Schengen area, including France, Germany, Sweden, Austria, Italy, Denmark and Norway to phase out internal border checks, which have been reinstated in some cases for years.

Spain stands firm as only EU country to oppose new deportation centre deal Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:05:28 +0200 The EU reached a deal Monday on a new tightening of migration rules allowing for so-called "return hubs" to be set up outside the bloc, as countries seek to boost deportations. Spain is the only EU country to vote against this measure.

How to get involved with urban gardens in Spain Thu, 02 Jun 2022 09:49:51 +0200 If you fancy yourself green-fingered or live in an apartment without access to your own outdoor space, you'll find that Spain has many urban gardens and allotments that you can potentially join.

How Spain's far right is struggling to define what being Spanish is Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:47:28 +0200 Far-right party Vox has included a 'national priority' clause in regional agreements with the centre-right Popular Party. But what is it and why can't the party itself agree who actually counts as Spanish?

What will happen with EES passport checks this summer in Spain? Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:54:19 +0200 The busy summer season is almost upon us and issues have resurfaced again with EES checks, causing huge queues and missed flights in Spain and other EU countries. Some nations have agreed to suspend the checks over the summer, so what will Spain do?