The Local Spain

What are the main criticisms of Spain's proposed housing law? Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:18:37 +0200 Millions in Spain are calling for housing reform and the government has responded with two sweeping reform bills. Ahead of the crunch vote in the Spanish Congress on Friday, The Local looks into the main criticisms of the measures.

EXPLAINED: What's more expensive in Spain than in other countries? Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:08:01 +0200 Affordability is one of the main reasons foreigners choose to move here, and while it's become common knowledge that Spain isn't that 'cheap' anymore, several costs are surprisingly higher than in other countries.

Spain's king to visit Ceuta despite risk of further tensions with Morocco Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:16:04 +0200 It will be the first trip by a Spanish monarch to Ceuta and Melilla since King Juan Carlos in November 2007 that sparked a diplomatic crisis with neighbouring Morocco, which claims sovereignty over the territories.

'I can't build a future': The voices of Spain's housing camp protesters Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:06:32 +0200 Under the threat of eviction or with soaring rents gobbling up a large chunk of their salaries, protesting campers in Madrid and Barcelona are sharing their struggles and calling for action to tackle Spain's housing crisis.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:04:57 +0200 Variable mortgage rates shoot up in Spain, Senate rejects France 'friendship' treaty during Macron visit, two months since Ceuta border rush, and more news from Spain on Thursday October 1st.

Spain's PM 'reasonably optimistic' new housing laws will be approved Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:25:58 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Wednesday said he was "reasonably optimistic" that parliament would approve housing measures his minority government adopted after nationwide protests sparked by a Madrid pensioner's eviction.

EU plans cross-border emergency comms system to replace radio Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:21:39 +0200 The EU put forward Wednesday plans for a new bloc-wide communication system allowing police, firefighters and other national emergency services to better coordinate during cross-border crises.

Why you can't donate blood in Spain if you don't speak Spanish Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:14:29 +0200 There's a little-known rule in Spain that you must be able to understand and communicate in Spanish if you want to donate blood here.

12 of the most beautiful places to visit in Spain this autumn Mon, 28 Oct 2019 15:24:46 +0100 Thinking of planning a trip to a new part of Spain this autumn? Whether it's hiking in nature, visiting quaint mountain villages or stopping at a local winery, here are 12 original getaways to enjoy this 'otoño' (autumn).

Five essential red tape processes for new arrivals in Spain Fri, 19 Jul 2024 16:53:42 +0200 The process of settling in Spain and getting all your paperwork in order can be tedious and frustrating - but also necessary. This article will prepare you for all the bureaucracy when you first move to Spain.

EU citizens in Spain urged to register intent to vote in 2027 local elections Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:41:22 +0200 More than half a million EU nationals living in Spain are being contacted by electoral authorities as the deadline approaches for registering their wish to vote in next year's municipal elections.

Rejoining the EU is among options for future ties, says UK prime minister Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:45:17 +0200 Andy Burnham put the idea of Britain rejoining the EU on the table Wednesday, breaking a taboo for a UK prime minister and leading French President Emmanuel Macron to declare in English "Welcome back".

REVEALED: The cheapest supermarkets in Spain in 2026 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:38:58 +0200 Did you know that you could save €1,310 a year on grocery shopping if you pick the right supermarket in Spain? Here are the most affordable options in the country in 2026, and the most expensive.

Everything that changes about life in Spain in October 2026 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:45:13 +0200 Changes to traffic lights, fuel and gas subsidies, Spain's national day, a vote on new housing crisis measures, doctors to go on strike, new rules for bike, motorbike and e-scooter riders, and more - here's what to expect from October 2026 in Spain.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:03:02 +0200 French president Macron begins his first state visit to Spain, half of cat owners in Spain rescued their pets from the street, disabled man evicted from home near Barcelona, and more news from Spain this Wednesday September 30th.

LISTED: Spain pre-approves six housing crisis measures Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:51:30 +0200 The Spanish government on Tuesday pre-approved a raft of new measures aimed at helping to solve the current housing crisis, from a ban on vulture funds to a moratorium on evictions until 2030.

'Every interested party is to blame': Your views on Spain's housing crisis Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:50:41 +0200 Most of our readers believe that no one single group is to blame for Spain's current housing crisis, but rather that they all contribute to a vicious circle. Here's what The Local Spain's readers had to say.

Spain to cap gas price hikes and extend fuel discounts Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:37:07 +0200 The Spanish government on Tuesday announced plans to limit natural gas price increases to 15 percent and extend fuel discounts to shield consumers from the fallout of the Middle East war.

How vulture funds are worsening Spain's housing crisis Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:50:26 +0200 As hundreds protest the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen by a vulture fund that quintupled her rent and the government seeks to pass legislation regulating these investment firms, we look at how 'fondos buitre' have taken Spain's rental market hostage.

How to get the flu vaccine in Spain Fri, 11 Oct 2024 11:15:43 +0200 The 2026/2027 winter flu vaccination campaign is about to begin in Spain. Find out who can get the flu vaccine through the public health system, when the campaign begins in each region, and how to get it done on the private system.