The Local Spain

Óscar Puente: Future leader of Spain's Socialists? Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:25:09 +0200 Spain's Minister of Transport has tentatively thrown his hat in the ring as a potential successor to Pedro Sánchez when the leader of the PSOE steps down.

6,000 lost bags and 270 flights cancelled: Barcelona airport strike rages on Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:09:46 +0200 The indefinite strike by ground staff at Barcelona airport enters its third week, with serious disruptions for many but not all passengers travelling via Spain's second busiest airport.

Why there are fears of more serious floods in Spain this autumn Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:11:12 +0200 Spanish meteorologists are warning that this summer's weather conditions are similar to those recorded prior to the devastating 2024 Valencia floods, increasing the likelihood of heavy, sudden rainfall this autumn in Spain.

What to know about this week's partial lunar eclipse in Spain Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:47:06 +0200 On Friday August 28th, another eclipse will take place in the skies above Spain. This time it will be a partial lunar eclipse.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:21 +0200 Heavy rain and strong winds expected in Spain on Monday, Morocco asks Spain to repatriate Ceuta survivors and deceased, Granada earthquakes cost €35 million in damages and more news on Monday August 24th.

Six EU countries urge windfall tax on energy firms Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:37:46 +0200 Six EU countries are stepping up calls for a bloc-wide windfall tax on oil companies as profits soar due to the Middle East war, according to a letter seen by AFP Saturday.

Heavy rain lashes northeast Spain, injuring 11 Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:38:59 +0200 Heavy rain battered northeast Spain, flooding streets, trapping people in cars, forcing the evacuation of a campsite and injuring 11 people, officials said Saturday.

What new EU banking law means for foreigners in Spain Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:59:32 +0200 If you live in Spain and have an account with a UK, US or other non-EU bank, you may have recently received a message telling you about a new EU directive - here's what it means for foreigners in Spain.

LISTED: The changes to schools in Spain for the 2026/2027 academic year Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:52:58 +0200 Kids aged 0 to 17 return to school in Spain in the coming weeks. If you're a parent, here is all the key info for this new academic year, from class sizes to extra costs, and school meals to educational changes.

Inside Spain: How to tip like a Spaniard Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:13:38 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain, we look at the latest data on Spaniards’ tipping habits, how much they leave, and what they think of the American model of a tip being suggested by the restaurant.

Heatwave-hit Europe logs over 30,000 excess summer deaths Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:53:02 +0200 Europe saw at least 30,000 excess deaths across a blistering summer of back-to-back heatwaves and drought which scientists have blamed on man-made climate change, according to provisional figures.

Q&A: What to know about the next two solar eclipses in Spain Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:41:13 +0200 If you missed last week’s total eclipse in Spain, you’re in luck because there will be two more solar eclipses coming up in 2027 and 2028.

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.

Spanish police arrest five Ceuta migrant traffickers Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:59:23 +0200 Police in Spain have arrested five people accused of charging migrants thousands of dollars to take them to mainland Europe from Ceuta, the Spanish territory in northern Africa that has seen a deadly migrant rush.

Nine essential expressions if you use Spanish at your workplace Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:52:00 +0200 Want to impress your Spanish work colleagues? Understanding the most common expressions used in a Spanish working environment is key if you don’t want to get lost in translation. ¡Manos a la obra! (Let’s get down to it!).

What you need to know about orphan's pensions in Spain Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:13:25 +0200 If a child living in Spain loses one or both of their parents, they may qualify for a 'pensión de orfandad' (orphan's pension) if they meet certain requirements. Here's what you need to know.

Foreigners buy more homes in Spain than ever before Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:07:06 +0200 The latest figures show that foreign property buyers continue to break records in Spain, representing a bigger share of the purchasing market than ever as authorities register a drop in buys among Spanish nationals.

The key 2026/2027 school dates in each region of Spain Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:41:46 +0200 It's not long now until kids start back at school for the new academic year. Here are the important dates you need to know for your region, from start dates to Christmas and Easter holidays.

Spain records nearly 4,500 heat-related deaths since June 1st Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:08:26 +0200 Spain registered nearly 4,500 heat-related deaths from June 1 to August 19th, the highest amount during this period since 2022, according to figures from the public Carlos III Health Institute consulted by AFP Thursday.

Could Brits in Spain really lose their benefits if Reform UK wins power? Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:45:13 +0200 Nigel Farage’s Reform has pledged to ban foreigners in Britain from receiving benefits if elected. This would include Europeans living in the UK, leading to suggestions that the EU would retaliate with similar measures for Brits residing across the bloc.