MALAGA ANDALUCIA

Málaga Cathedral roof works hit by delays and rising costsCompletion pushed back to late 2027 as safety changes and archaeological finds reshape the project Restoration work on the roof of Málaga Cathedral is now running around a year behind schedule, with costs rising sharply as the scale and complexity of..

Ouigo slashes 14 daily trains between Andalucia and MadridAround 15,000 passengers will be stranded when the services from Malaga and Sevilla are cut Just a couple of days after Spain's rail operators rolled out their massive January sales, Ouigo has dropped a bombshell on thousands of travellers. The.. 09/01/2026

Spanish Social Security begins 2024 contribution review for 3.3 million self-employed workersThe three-phase procedure will impact all autonomos in Spain who carried out work in 2024 The Treasury in Spain has this week started calculating self-employed workers' contributions for 2024, marking the beginning of a three-phase procedure that.. 09/01/2026

Cable thieves bring Andalucía's high-speed rail to a standstillSignalling failure causes hours of delays on AVE lines between Seville, Cordoba and beyond High-speed AVE travellers through Andalucía faced a frustrating start to Thursday after cable thieves struck between Guadajoz in Seville and Córdoba.. 08/01/2026

Spain grants grace period for V-16 beaconsThe introduction of the new emergency lights is about “information before fines”, according to Spanish traffic authorities Drivers in Spain who have yet to get their hands on the new V-16 emergency beacon can breathe a small sigh of relief.. 08/01/2026

Andalucía's air fails new EU pollution test as four cities top the danger listNitrogen dioxide levels exceed 2030 limits in Málaga, Granada, Seville and Córdoba Nitrogen dioxide, or NO2, is a toxic gas mainly pumped out by car exhausts in busy streets. Breathe too much of it and it can irritate your lungs, weaken.. 08/01/2026

Everything you need to keep in your glove compartment in 2026 to avoid fines in SpainV-16 emergency beacons are now mandatory in Spain, but by law you need a few other things in the car as well Since January 1, drivers in Spain have been legally required to carry the new V-16 emergency beacon, the device that officially replaces the.. 08/01/2026

Man jailed after alleged sexual assault on 16-year-old in Malaga hostel37-year-old arrested for reportedly groping intoxicated girl on New Year’s Eve in city centre A 37-year-old man has been arrested by the Policía Nacional, following his alleged involvement in the sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl at a.. 08/01/2026

Andalucia pet owners save €100 on tax returns thanks to new lawThe deduction aims to offset veterinary expenses during the first year of owning a pet With the annual income tax return looming, most people are on the lookout for ways to shave a few euros off their bill. While many deductions fly under the radar.. 08/01/2026

Renfe's super sale is back with train tickets across Spain starting at €7The ten-day sale covers all major routes across Spain with upgrade options available for €3 extra Renfe is launching its mega January sale this Thursday the 8th, offering AVE tickets from €15 and Avlo tickets from their usual lowest price.. 07/01/2026

Spain proposes increasing minimum wage to €1,221 in 2026The 3.1% salary hike throughout Spain will have retroactive effects from January 1 The Spanish government has just proposed to unions and employers that the national minimum wage be raised by 3.1% in 2026, reaching €1,221 gross per month.. 07/01/2026

Three devices you should always unplug during storms in SpainIberdrola, the Spanish energy company, provides tips for protecting your home during a storm With one storm after another hitting Spain at the moment, Iberdrola is advising people to unplug certain electronics to protect them from power surges... 06/01/2026

Free Willy! Stranded Pilot Whale guided back to sea in BenalmádenaA long‑finned pilot whale stranded on Fuente de la Salud beach was guided back to deeper waters by locals and emergency services Well, it wasn’t an orca whale like the movie but Benalmádena had its own ‘Free Willy&rsquo.. 05/01/2026

A quick guide to Roscón de Reyes and the best supermarket optionsEverything you need to know about Roscón de Reyes, from the hidden surprises and traditional fillings to the best supermarket options this year Every year on Three Kings Day, January 6, families across Spain gather to enjoy Roscón.. 30/12/2025

A reminder that V-16 emergency lights replace triangles in Spain from January 1Starting the new year, drivers will need a V-16 beacon instead of a warning triangle to meet Spain's road safety rules From January 1 2026, the V‑16 emergency light officially replaces the traditional warning triangles in Spain. This.. 30/12/2025

Storms batter Andalucía as heavy rain claims two livesSearch continues for missing person as authorities warn of flooding and strong currents Andalucía has been hit hard by heavy rain and storms over the weekend, with at least two fatalities and one person still missing. On Monday morning December.. 29/12/2025

Weekend at Bernardos! British family accused of wheeling dead grandmother onto Málaga flightPassengers say the 89-year-old appeared unresponsive as she was wheeled and seated, prompting a return to the stand and a 12-hour flight delay A Málaga to London Gatwick flight over the weekend made headlines after a British family was accused.. 22/12/2025

Granada's pet population passes 260,000Dogs lead the way as registered pets grow and “dangerous” breeds decline in the province Granada is very much a pet-loving province, with 261,820 registered animals on the books as of Thursday December 5. That is nearly a 6% rise on the 247.. 15/12/2025

Angels Nursing and Homecare wishes you a Happy Christmas 2025The team remains committed to providing personalised, dignified care across the Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and beyond The festive season is here and Angels Nursing and Homecare is taking a moment to extend warm Christmas wishes to all their.. 11/12/2025

International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga welcomes visiting nursing students from FinlandThe professional training programme not only taught the Finnish visitors about care work, but also helped to improve and expand services for foreign nationals at the nursing home too The International Unit at Caser Residencial Málaga recently.. 26/11/2025