The Local Spain

Pan: Seven everyday Spanish expressions with the word 'bread' Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:46:38 +0200 What does 'eaten bread' mean in Spain? Or to 'make good crumbs'? As bread is such a staple of the Spanish diet, it's no surprise there are loads of expressions with the word 'pan', but most have nothing to do with the food.

Netanyahu accuses Spain of waging 'a diplomatic war' against Israel Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:57:00 +0200 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday accused Spain of waging a diplomatic campaign against Israel after Madrid was barred from taking part in the work of a US‑led centre created to help stabilise post‑war Gaza.

Young South American footballers scammed and abandoned in Spain Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:23:25 +0200 Spanish police announced Friday the arrest of a man suspected of defrauding young South Americans by promising them access to major football clubs in Spain in exchange for up to €3,000 ($3,500), only for many to end up abandoned and on the street.

Spain urges Iran to negotiate in 'good faith' with US following truce Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:35:48 +0200 Spain's foreign minister said on Friday that he had spoken with his Iranian counterpart and urged him to negotiate "in good faith" during talks with the United States in Islamabad.

Tax season in Spain: The regional deductions you can get in Catalonia Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:17:23 +0200 If you live in Barcelona or somewhere else in Catalonia, it's important to be aware of the regional tax deductions available to you before you file your annual tax return, covering everything from housing, to donations and child costs.

Do Spain's property website algorithms push up prices? Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:53:35 +0200 There are many reasons behind Spain's surging property market, but some experts say the very search engines we use to house hunt - including Idealista and Fotocasa - could actually themselves be contributing to price rises.

Iran War to draw more tourists to 'refuge' Spain despite higher holiday costs Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:42:28 +0200 A new report by Spain's tourism alliance predicts that more international visitors will choose Spain this year due to concerns over travelling to or via the Middle East, even though the Iran conflict is set to make the cost of Spanish holidays higher.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:02:29 +0200 Irish mob boss arrested in Lanzarote, big temperature drop expected over the weekend in Spain, four Spanish film directors vie for top Cannes Festival prize and more news on Friday April 10th.

'Drunk as a clam': How to say you've had too much to drink in Spanish Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:26:53 +0200 Many languages have original and funny expressions to refer to the act of being under the influence, and Spanish is no exception to this.

How long does it take to get a non-lucrative visa for Spain in 2026? Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:32:59 +0200 The NLV is one of the most popular residency options for non-EU citizens wanting to live in Spain, but how long does the application process take before you can move here (in theory and in practice)?

Track broke day before Spain's deadly train accident and went undetected Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:48:38 +0200 The track where a collision between two high-speed trains in Spain left 46 people dead in January broke the day before and went undetected, Spanish media reported investigators as saying on Wednesday.

EU warns Spain over tax cuts on fuels Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:23:08 +0200 Spain and Poland might have run afoul of European Union rules with their tax cuts on fuels aimed at curbing the economic impact of the Middle East war, the European Commission said Wednesday.

Non-resident foreigners buy fewer properties in Spain Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:04:19 +0200 Despite record home sales in Spain in 2025, new data shows that the number of purchases by non-resident foreigners fell last year, suggesting that the threat of limits on foreign buyers could be dissuading many potential second home owners.

LISTED: The new tax deductions for people in Spain's Andalusia region Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:10:10 +0200 If you're a resident of Andalusia, there are several new tax deductions you may be able to benefit from on this year’s personal income tax return, the 2025/2026 'declaración de la renta'.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:52:54 +0200 Beach in Mallorca renamed 'Drunkards Beach' on Google Maps, Spain's PM welcomes Iran-US ceasefire but 'won't applaud those who set the world on fire' and more news on Thursday April 9th.

Ground staff pause airport strikes in Spain this week as negotiations begin Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:46:14 +0200 Spanish trade unions on Wednesday announced that the next two stoppage days by ground handling staff at 12 airports will not go ahead as negotiations over work conditions have begun, following a week of walkouts which caused delays and baggage issues.

Spain's Alicante to unveil plans for new city park with housing Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:53:38 +0200 The Costa Blanca city of Alicante is planning for one of the most anticipated urban development projects of recent decades – a 35,000 sqm city park which will include 1,400 housing units.

S1: How Brits can avoid private health cover for Spain's non-lucrative visa Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:21:27 +0200 If you've worked in the UK and are planning on retiring to Spain on the non-lucrative visa, you might not need private health insurance to qualify. Here's what you need to know.

Indonesia deports Scottish crime boss wanted in Spain on drug charges Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:55:23 +0200 Indonesia has deported UK fugitive Steven Lyons, who was arrested on the resort island of Bali last month for alleged transnational drug trafficking and money laundering in Spain, immigration officials said Wednesday.

What's the law on graffiti in Spain? Fri, 17 Feb 2023 09:23:00 +0100 Many Spanish cities are full of graffiti ranging from indecipherable scribbles to artistic murals. Some are legal, others not. We break down the law on graffiti in Spain, the penalties, and what do if someone graffities your property.