CAMPOSOL, CAMPOSOL & LOCAL NEWS

Self-employed in Murcia could claim up to €10,000 for hiring staffThe Region of Murcia has launched a new grant scheme to help autónomos take on permanent staff Starting a business is never easy, especially if you're beginning from scratch, don't have much experience, or are only growing gradually.. 31/08/2026

Showers early on before a dry, sunny finish: Murcia weather forecast August 31-September 3Rain and possible thunderstorms are still on the cards early in the week before skies brighten up across the Region of Murcia Weather outlook on Tuesday morning, September 1   It's been an up and down few days weather-wise across the.. 31/08/2026

Health insurance costs in Spain jump 67% since the pandemicLonger waiting lists have pushed more people in Spain towards private healthcare Health insurance in Spain has become considerably more expensive since the pandemic, with premiums rising by 67.6% between July 2020 and July 2026, according to figures.. 31/08/2026

Diesel drops in price this week thanks to Spanish fuel discountThe diesel discount will increase to 20 cents per litre across Spain from Tuesday September 1 The government's fuel discount for diesel is set to rise to 20 cents per litre from this Tuesday September 1, well above the 5 cents originally planned.. 31/08/2026

More than 262,000 hectares burned by wildfires across Spain this yearSpain has recorded 43 major forest fires this year, while a change in the weather could bring some relief to fire-hit areas this weekend Spain has seen more than 262,000 hectares of land affected by wildfires since the start of the year, according.. 28/08/2026

Murcia beer named best in its class at World Beer AwardsThe Murcia-brewed lager was created to mark the company's 60th anniversary A beer brewed in Murcia has been named the best in the world in its category, after Estrella de Levante's Reserva 60 picked up the title of best Dortmunder-style beer.. 28/08/2026

TKO Mystery Voice competition winner celebrates with €500 prizeAfter more than three months of clues and guesses, one TKO Radio listener finally walked away with the €500 prize After more than three months of guessing, the mystery voice on TKO Radio has finally been revealed, and Louise Denneny is the.. 28/08/2026

Scientists in Spain reveal how mosquitoes pick their victimsThe discovery could help experts stay one step ahead of mosquito-borne diseases in Spain If you've ever been eaten alive by mosquitoes while your other half sits next to you completely untouched, it turns out there might actually be a scientific.. 28/08/2026

Dreaded mud rain to hit three regions of southern Spain this FridayA mix of rain and Saharan dust could leave cars and patios covered in a reddish mess Spain is ending August with what meteorologist Evelio Gómez describes as a very changeable and unpredictable weather situation. Several regions were hit by.. 28/08/2026

Mazarrón residents demand action over floating parties damaging the coastLocals and environmental groups say a lack of surveillance is putting the protected Posidonia meadows at risk What's normally one of the most peaceful spots on the Region of Murcia's coastline is now causing real concern among residents and.. 27/08/2026

Murcia's tropical nights are becoming the new summer normalThe Region could be heading towards 'hellish nights' as minimum temperatures continue to rise For many people living in the Region of Murcia, summer nights have always meant opening the windows, sitting outside for a while and enjoying.. 27/08/2026

Mortgages in Spain are getting harder to secure as house prices continue to soarBanks are still lending more, but buyers are being asked to find bigger deposits as the average mortgage reaches a record €176,453 Anyone hoping to buy a home in Spain may have noticed that getting a mortgage is becoming a rather different proposition.. 27/08/2026

Dust, thunder and a 10-degree swing before the sun returns: Murcia weather forecast Aug 27-30Rain and thunderstorms are expected in parts of Murcia before high pressure brings clearer skies for the weekend Weather forecast late on Thursday evening   The weather across the Region of Murcia has been unusually unsettled and hard to.. 27/08/2026

STO Media Group is looking for sales talent across Alicante, Murcia and AlmeríaSTO Media Group is looking for motivated field sales and telesales representatives to promote its growing portfolio of media brands Do you have a natural talent for sales and enjoy meeting people? STO Media Group could be looking for you.  .. 26/08/2026

Joan's Keyholding & Rental offers Murcia's second home owners a hands-off way to manage their propertiesThe Hacienda del Álamo company offers keyholding, rentals and cleaning with a perfect five star rating on Google on several Murcia resorts September tends to mark a turning point for a lot of second home owners in the Region of Murcia, as the.. 25/08/2026

How expats in Spain can take control of their financial futureElysium Wealth Advisors offers independent financial advice tailored to the individual needs and goals of UK expats living in Spain For UK expats living in Spain, pensions, investments, tax, property and plans for the future can all become part of.. 25/08/2026

Violent hailstorm leaves Tarragona streets underwaterTorrential rain, hailstones measuring more than 5cm and powerful winds of up to 117km/h caused flooding, damage and travel disruption across Tarragona A powerful storm swept across Tarragona on Monday August 24, bringing torrential rain and large.. 25/08/2026

Watch! Spectacular downburst captured over Lorca as storm sweeps across the areaThe dramatic footage shows a powerful column of rain and wind spreading out as it reaches the ground in Avilés   A spectacular weather phenomenon was caught on camera in Lorca as a powerful storm swept through the area on August.. 25/08/2026

Vera is getting an AVE station: What it means for buyersVera-Almanzora will be one of only four AVE stations on the new 198-kilometre line   For years, the prospect of high speed rail reaching the Almería coast has been something talked about in terms of what might happen in the future.. 25/08/2026

Petrol and diesel prices soar in Spain as holidaymakers head homePetrol is up 13% in Spain and diesel has jumped by a whopping 21% since the start of July Drivers heading home after their August summer break are in for an unwelcome surprise at the pumps, with fuel now costing considerably more than it did when.. 25/08/2026