The Local Spain

What's open and what's closed over Easter in Spain? Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:04:18 +0100 If you're going to spend Easter 2026 in Spain, this is what you need to know about the opening times of supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies and other establishments in the region where you'll be.

Spain's Health Minister blasts US 'interference' over controversial euthanasia case Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:25:35 +0200 Spain's health minister slammed US "interference" on Thursday after an official urged an investigation into the euthanasia of a paraplegic woman whose long legal battle with her father captured attention.

Spain rethinks how to turn tide against beach erosion Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:17:57 +0200 Every winter, storms wipe out swathes of the picturesque Spanish coast, undoing summer reconstruction work and threatening the foundations of the country's vital tourism industry.

The essential guide to Easter in Spain in 2026 Tue, 09 Apr 2019 09:25:38 +0200 Easter is one of the most important festivals in Spain, with mesmerising Semana Santa processions, elaborate religious floats and colourful costumes. Here's why it's an integral part of Spanish culture and how it's celebrated.

Spanish amnesty migrants could be deported from other EU member states Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:16:03 +0200 The EU's top immigration official has warned that migrants set to benefit from Spain's controversial mass regularisation process could be deported back to Spain if they are found in an irregular situation in other Member States.

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:38:55 +0200 A landmark agreement has been reached by the European Parliament and Council on the reform of EU rules around customs that include new measures to tackle e-commerce from non-EU countries. What will it mean for consumers?

Planned high-speed link between Paris and Spain hit by more delays Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:13:23 +0200 A proposed high-speed train service connecting Spain with Paris has been delayed again, but has it come off the rails completely?

Ten mouthwatering dishes to enjoy at Easter in Spain Sat, 11 Apr 2020 09:08:38 +0200 After diligently avoiding sweets and other tasty temptations for Lent, Catholic Spaniards know how to ring in the end of the religious season with amazing dishes during Holy Week.

Gibraltar border removal delayed as EU backs deal Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:04:11 +0200 A near decade after the referendum, Gibraltar's long-awaited Brexit deal has been backed by EU member states but the removal of the border at Spain's La Línea has been delayed until summer.

'Tarnished' Spain probes anti-Muslim chants at Egypt friendly Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:31:58 +0200 Spanish police on Wednesday said they were investigating "Islamophobic and xenophobic" chants that were heard during a Spain-Egypt international football match in Barcelona, which the Prime Minister said "tarnish" the country.

Judge again seeks jury trial for Spanish PM's wife Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:24:10 +0200 A judge who has investigated Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's wife Begoña Gómez for two years for alleged corruption made a fresh attempt to send her to a jury trial on Wednesday.

What will the weather be like in Spain this Easter? Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:19:58 +0100 Easter week is finally upon us and many will be wondering what the weather will be over the bank holidays and this weekend. While the forecast has changed several times, here's what to expect.

Strikes at seven airports in Spain called off but other stoppages remain Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:23:48 +0200 Workers for one of the two ground handling companies planning strikes over the busy Easter period in Spain have cancelled their stoppages, but other ground staff will continue with their walkouts.

What's happening with VAT for self-employed workers in Spain? Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:33:56 +0200 There have been lots of rumours in recent weeks regarding new rules on VAT payments for Spain's self-employed. Is it true that 'autónomos' no longer need to charge and declare VAT if they earn below a certain amount?

'Danza de la Muerte': Spanish Holy Week's spookiest celebration Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:00:01 +0200 Every year, the small Catalan town of Verges celebrates Easter in a unique way - the hair-raising 'Danza de la Muerte', or Dance of Death.

Islamophobic chants at Egypt friendly a new low for Spanish football Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:37:56 +0200 The national side's friendly against Egypt on Tuesday was marred by more xenophobic incidents which continue to damage the image of Spanish football, as fans booed the Egyptian national anthem and sang chants mocking Muslims.

Spain sees surge in last-minute bookings by tourists avoiding Middle East war Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:30:46 +0200 Spain's government said Tuesday it expected the Middle East war to contribute to a bumper tourist season, but warned that the crisis could also drag down a key driver for the Spanish economy.

KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Spain in April 2026 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:13:12 +0100 Gibraltar-Spain free movement, full rollout of EES, airport strikes, 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.

Spain uncovers 'maze-like' drug tunnel to Morocco Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:04:48 +0200 Spanish police on Tuesday said they had uncovered a technologically sophisticated and "maze-like" underground tunnel used to smuggle tonnes of hashish from Morocco to Spain's North African exclave of Ceuta and Europe.

An A to Z of the Spanish Semana Santa vocabulary you need to know Thu, 06 Apr 2023 17:22:18 +0200 Semana Santa or Holy Week is a big deal in Spain. The holiday even comes with its own set of special Spanish words you'll hear over and over again during this time.