ANDALUCIA NEWS

The humble shopping trolley gets a Cruzcampo makeoverThe Spanish beer brand teams up with Rolser to turn a familiar neighbourhood essential into a limited-edition fashion accessory The shopping trolley once carried the image of a weekly market trip with a grandmother. Now Cruzcampo is giving the familiar.. 08/10/2026

Medical unions put indefinite strike on hold as Spain heads to the pollsDoctors have postponed the planned October 28 walkout, but warn it could be back on the table after the elections Spain's doctors have put their planned indefinite strike on hold after the calling of early general elections, although the unions.. 08/10/2026

Spain's terrace smoking ban shelved by snap electionThe dissolution of Parliament has paused the Health Ministry's planned overhaul of tobacco laws Smokers on Spain's bar terraces can carry on lighting up for the time being, as the government's plan to ban smoking outdoors has stalled following.. 08/10/2026

Which supermarkets are open in Spain on Monday October 12?Find out which major supermarket chains are opening on Spain’s National Day and where to check your local store October 12 is a public holiday across Spain, but that does not necessarily mean shoppers will be faced with a wall of closed supermarket.. 08/10/2026

Andalucía weekend weather forecast October 8-11: Easing off, but the coast keeps a watchful eye on showersA quieter few days for most of the region, with coastal showers and mountain activity the main story as temperatures hold in the mid to high twenties After a week of widespread rain and storm risk across Andalucía, this period brings a calmer feel.. 08/10/2026

Cádiz bridge officially becomes the Rafael Alberti BridgeNew signs complete the name change, replacing the tribute to Francoist mayor José León de Carranza The bridge linking Cádiz with Puerto Real and the rest of the bay is now officially called the Rafael Alberti Bridge.  .. 07/10/2026

October 12 is a national holiday in Spain: Everything you need to know about Spain Day ARCHIVED ARTICLE - Businesses and schools are closed every Oct 12 in Spain to celebrate the public holiday This Monday October 12 is a national holiday in Spain, celebrated annually as the ‘Día de la Hispanidad’, also.. 07/10/2026

Mojácar honours the Virgen del Rosario with two days of festivitiesA horseback ribbon race and a procession headline the October programme Mojácar is gearing up for its festivities in honour of the Virgen del Rosario, with two days of tradition, devotion, music and culture planned for Saturday October 10 and.. 07/10/2026

Watch: British cocaine gang dismantled on the Costa del Sol as police seize a tonne of drugs and an arsenal of weaponsGuardia Civil operation uncovers cocaine packed in Apple branded bricks, automatic weapons and cash at an Estepona property   A major British run cocaine trafficking ring has been dismantled on the Costa del Sol after the Guardia Civil seized.. 07/10/2026

Dead loggerhead turtle found on Rincón de la Victoria beachExperts believe the animal had been dead for some time before recent storms carried it ashore A dead loggerhead turtle was found on the beach at Rincón de la Victoria, in Málaga, on Monday, in front of the Casa Fuerte Bezmiliana monument.. 06/10/2026

Distracted driving blamed for a third of Málaga crashes with victimsThe DGT has stepped up checks after 163 accidents in the province were linked to drivers losing focus Málaga recorded almost three road accidents involving victims every day during the first half of 2026, with distracted driving emerging as the.. 06/10/2026

Families in Spain could get up to €220 a month for food shoppingFamilies meeting the income and social requirements can receive between €100 and €220 a month, depending on the size of their household For families struggling to keep up with the cost of the weekly shop, a government-backed food support.. 06/10/2026

Andalucía keeps its ITV prices frozen for another yearNew Facua study shows the region's vehicle inspection fees stay well below the national average for 2026 Vehicle inspections (ITVs) remain one of those unavoidable bits of motoring admin, but where you get yours done can make a real difference to.. 06/10/2026

What buying property in Spain really costs, with a worked exampleSpainora breaks down the taxes, fees and extra costs to expect when buying property in Spain in 2026 By Spainora   The allure of the Spanish property market remains undeniable. Whether you are seeking a minimalist villa in Javea, a penthouse.. 06/10/2026

Andalusians over 55 are the fittest group in the region, and the least achy tooNew wellbeing survey finds older residents exercise daily far more than younger age groups, yet feel the least fatigue If you're over 55 and feeling pretty good about your fitness routine, the data backs you up. According to Wellbeinn's latest.. 06/10/2026

Electricity bills in Spain break the €200 barrier for the first time in 4 yearsAround eight million households on the regulated tariff in Spain will feel the rise after an already costly September Electricity on Spain's wholesale market is set to top €200/MWh today, Tuesday October 6, for the first time in almost four.. 06/10/2026

Housing protests spread across Spain as general strike planned for NovemberFrom the eviction of an 87-year-old woman to mass demonstrations across Spain, a housing crisis has erupted into a political storm as Sánchez calls an early election Spain's housing crisis has gone from a long-running source of frustration.. 05/10/2026

Spain’s jobs boom hits record highMore than 22.4 million people were registered with Social Security in September, though unemployment also rose Spain’s jobs market reached a new milestone in September, with the number of people registered with Social Security climbing to a record.. 05/10/2026

West Nile virus alert list eased to 21 Andalusian towns but a fourth death confirmedAn 84-year-old from La Puebla del Río has died, as health officials step up monitoring across the region Andalucía's West Nile virus alert list now stands at 21 municipalities, down slightly after Gibraleón and San Bartolomé.. 05/10/2026

Vélez-Málaga residents rally against controversial new rubbish chargeMore than 200 people have joined a new citizens' group and will protest  this week over the way the new household and business bills have been applied A new residents' group in Vélez-Málaga has already attracted more.. 05/10/2026