CADIZ ANDALUCIA

Body found near motorway as search for missing British woman ends in griefGeraldine Ann, 73, went missing after leaving home to feed cats and a body has now been located pending DNA confirmation A body believed to be that of 73 year old British resident Geraldine Ann has been discovered beside a motorway in southern Spain.. 10/12/2025

British patrol boat intercepts migrant vessel heading for SpainForty one people were detained off the Moroccan coast after the Royal Navy stepped in A British Coast Guard patrol boat has stopped a migrant vessel that was attempting to reach the Spanish coast from northern Morocco, in an operation that local media.. 10/12/2025

Night raid at Castellar: More than 20 animals stolen in zoo heistMonkeys, parrots and young foxes taken in targeted break in as staff fear thieves will strike again Keepers at the Castellar Rescue Centre, in the Cádiz province, are reeling after a carefully planned night-time robbery in which more than 20 animals.. 10/12/2025

From drains to drives: Spanish scientists turn sewage into battery powerNew research in Córdoba uses wastewater sludge to make cleaner, cheaper batteries for electric cars What we usually flush away could one day help power our cars. A team at the University of Córdoba has found a way to turn municipal sewage.. 10/12/2025

Flu cases explode across Spain two weeks before ChristmasCases triple in Andalucía and increase by an incredible 248% in the Region of Murcia Spain has been hit by another massive surge in flu cases at the worst possible time. With just two weeks to go until Christmas, when families and friends.. 10/12/2025

Spain's public health leans heavily on private handsMinistry report reveals 30% of hospitals now privately run, with billions in public spending A new report from Spain's Ministry of Health lays bare a big shift in how public healthcare is delivered. Three out of every ten public hospitals are.. 09/12/2025

New housing initiative insures landlords in Spain against non-paying tenantsThe long-awaited measure will offer homeowners in Spain more protection against rent defaults For years, landlords in Spain have watched their rights being eroded, caught between tenants who stop paying rent and squatters who move into empty properties.. 09/12/2025

EU signs off tougher migration rules despite Spanish objectionsNew return directive allows faster deportations and offshore detention centres, prompting concern from Madrid The European Union has approved a major tightening of its migration policy, clearing the way for faster deportations and the creation of detention.. 09/12/2025

Málaga Cathedral's roof renovation pushed back to mid-2027Fire safety redesign and stone facade addition extend the €22.5m project timeline If you've been keeping an eye on the impressive work on Málaga Cathedral's roof, there's a going to be a delay: completion is now set for mid.. 09/12/2025

Road deaths fall but Andalucía still loses 57 Iberian lynx this yearConservation efforts continue to pay off as the endangered species expands into new territory The latest figures from the Junta de Andalucía show a welcome drop in lynx deaths caused by traffic this year, although road accidents remain one of the.. 09/12/2025

The biggest and best Christmas markets in Spain for 2025From the traditional market in Madrid's Plaza Mayor to the new A Coruña stalls, Christmas shoppers are spoiled for choice in Spain Christmas in Spain is always a feast for the senses and one of the most charming traditions is the arrival.. 08/12/2025

Can I test my new V-16 beacon at home without alerting the emergency services?The V-26 light will replace emergency triangles across Spain from January 1, 2026 Now that January 1 is just around the corner and V-16 beacon lights will replace the old triangles as the only legal way to indicate a road emergency or breakdown, many.. 08/12/2025

Andalucía weekly weather forecast December 8-11: Tranquil start, turning cooler and cloudier midweekGentle sunshine and light winds to begin the week, turning cooler and cloudier with some rain midweek Gentler weather is on the cards for Andalucía in the coming days, with a calm, mainly dry start before cloud and some rain move in from the west.. 08/12/2025

Eighty per cent healthy snacks: New rules to clear junk food from hospital vending machinesMinistry of Consumer Affairs puts patients and visitors first with fresh decree for hospitals and care homes The Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs is ready to crack down on vending machines in hospitals and nursing homes, mandating that at least 80.. 05/12/2025

Spain moves forward with smoking ban on bar and restaurant terracesIf passed, the law will ban smoking on all terraces and in public spaces including pools, parks and playgrounds across Spain The Spanish government has taken another step in its fight against tobacco and this one could affect millions of people across.. 05/12/2025

Cádiz water experts: small bill hikes today prevent big crises tomorrowConference calls for cost-reflective tariffs to fund vital infrastructure amid droughts If you've ever turned on the tap without a second thought, a recent conference in Cádiz wants you to think again. Experts from water companies and.. 05/12/2025

Flu cases swamp emergency rooms across SpainInfections have doubled in Spain, putting enormous pressure on hospitals across the country Just a few days ago the Spanish authorities warned that flu, after arriving a month early this year, has already reached epidemic levels. Now, we’re.. 05/12/2025

Spain accelerates electric car push with €400 million aid and call for affordable manufacturingNew Auto Plus programme offers direct subsidies as government targets greener, accessible mobility Spain is stepping up efforts to make electric cars more affordable and accessible, unveiling a €400 million aid package to boost their purchase under.. 04/12/2025

Cheaper electricity on the way in 2026, according to the Spanish governmentElectricity bills are expected to drop in Spain despite higher standing charges planned for next year Christmas is easily one of the most expensive times of year and 2025 is proving to be even tougher on families across Spain. With this tipped to.. 04/12/2025

Spain decides against reintroducing facemasks unless flu epidemic worsensRegional government across Spain can, however, mandate masks in healthcare settings if they deem it necessary With flu cases around the country exploding and numbers of infections shooting past last year’s figures, influenza in Spain has reached.. 04/12/2025