The Local Spain

IN DEPTH: Why is Spain so openly pro-Palestine? Fri, 24 May 2024 10:57:47 +0200 Spain has been at the forefront of the international pro-Palestine effort, more so than any other European nation. Where does this fervent stance come from? And is support as clear cut among Spaniards as it is the government?

What are the laws on homeschooling in Spain? Mon, 05 Jun 2023 15:23:44 +0200 Homeschooling is becoming more and more popular in Spain but what are the laws around it and what do you need to do if you want to teach your children at home?

Is Spain's €30k rent-to-buy scheme actually viable? Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:54:27 +0200 Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez recently announced a €30,000 rent-to-buy scheme to help young people get on the property market, but experts are already raising questions about how feasible this is.

Spain to investigate 'human rights violations in Gaza' Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:04:56 +0200 Spain will probe "human rights violations in Gaza" to assist the International Criminal Court, which has sought arrest warrants for top Israeli officials over alleged war crimes, the attorney general said Thursday.

How easy is it for Brits to move to Gibraltar? Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:09:06 +0200 Following Gibraltar's long-awaited Brexit deal, some on The Rock have expressed concern about the overseas territory becoming attractive to Brits wanting Schengen rights without Spanish residency. But how feasible is it for them to move to Gibraltar?

Nine underrated cities in Spain overlooked by foreign tourists Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:57:58 +0200 Destinations across Spain have famously been suffering from overtourism, but there are still many cities in the country that have been overlooked and aren't packed with holidaymakers.

More staff at Madrid airport threaten to strike after days of holdups Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:24:41 +0200 Another group of workers at Spain’s busiest airport is threatening stoppages after a three-day strike by security control staff that caused huge waits and many passengers to miss flights appeared to die down on Wednesday.

How to get a moped or motorbike licence in Spain Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:35:53 +0100 Having a two-wheel drive can be handy is Spain's busy and narrow streets. But what's the process to get a licence for a motorbike or moped in Spain, how much will it cost you, what do the tests involve and in which cases do car drivers not need to get one?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:15:33 +0200 Spain aims to shorten teachers' work hours, 19 arrested for alleged migrant killings on Atlantic trip, Basque Country to play Palestine in football match to stand up for Gaza and more news on Thursday September 18th.

A handy guide to understanding Spain's regional accents Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:44:55 +0200 How can you tell Spain's regional accents apart? Where do they drop the ‘s’? And is there a 'best' and 'worst' accent? This detailed guide tells you all you need to know about the accents which people have across Spain’s regions.

How much tax will I save if I live in Andorra rather than Spain? Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:44:41 +0200 Trying to save on taxes but want to remain in Spain? Depending on your circumstances, a good compromise may be moving to the tiny, landlocked sovereign country of Andorra, situated between Spain and France in the Pyrenees.

Why does Spain want more Chinese tourists? Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:30:34 +0200 Residents in numerous cities in Spain have been complaining about having too many tourists in recent years. Local authorities and tourism boards believe the key lies in diversification, and Chinese holidaymakers could be central to this.

LISTED: The benefits large families in Spain can receive Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:24:32 +0200 If you have three or more kids and live in Spain, there are several financial aid packages and deductions you can enjoy, from housing to nursery costs. In some cases, these benefits also apply to families with two children.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:56:56 +0200 Spain's king denounces 'unspeakable suffering' of Gazans, Spanish government pleads with regions to help them close illegal tourist lets and more news on Wednesday September 17th.

Do I have to register as self-employed in Spain and pay tax if I earn below minimum wage? Tue, 18 Oct 2022 14:33:21 +0200 It’s illegal to earn below the minimum wage in Spain if you’re a full-time employee, but if you’re an 'autónomo' do you still have to register and pay tax when you're not earning much money?

Spain will boycott Eurovision if Israel takes part: public TV Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:25:46 +0200 Spain will boycott next year’s Eurovision Song Contest if Israel takes part, public broadcaster RTVE, which is charged with selecting the country's entry for the event, said Tuesday.

Chaos continues on third day of security strikes at Spain's busiest airport Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:14:47 +0200 Thousands of passengers at Madrid-Barajas airport were held up in hour-long queues at security control on Tuesday as staff continue with their indefinite strike.

Spain summons Israel diplomat over claims Sánchez is 'antisemitic liar' Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:40:18 +0200 Spain summoned Israel’s top diplomat on Tuesday for the second time in five days over remarks by Israel's foreign minister that Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez was antisemitic and a "liar".

Summer heat lingers in Spain with temperatures above 35C this week Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:23:00 +0200 Many across Spain have been looking forward to September and its cooler temperatures, but the mercury will surpass 35C in many parts of the country this week and even reach 40 in the south before a welcome change in the weather by the weekend.

Spain cancels major Israel arms deal amid Gaza backlash Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:10:28 +0200 The Spanish government has cancelled a contract worth nearly €700 million ($825 million) for Israeli-designed rocket launchers, as Pedro Sánchez attempts to drum up international support for sanctions which will end the suffering in Gaza.