ANDALUCIA NEWS

Sevilla's medieval shipyards restored to their former gloryAmbitious project had to preserve the historical character of this more than 800-year-old heritage site Restoration works have been completed on the Atarazanas of Sevilla, the former medieval shipyards and military arsenal in the heart of.. 11/09/2025

No reduced working week for Spain as politicians overwhelmingly vote against itPlans to reduce the working week in Spain from 40 to 37.5 hours have met a major stumbling block It looked like a sure thing, but the Labour minister’s plans to slash the working week in Spain have been squashed as even politicians who initially.. 11/09/2025

Andalucía weather forecast September 11-14: Sunshine and warmth with coastal clouds laterMostly warm and sunny days across Andalucía, with some coastal cloud and breezy levante winds towards the weekend   The weekend promises mostly warm and sunny weather across Andalucía, with plenty of sunshine pushing daytime highs.. 11/09/2025

Spain extends parental leave despite some criticismsCongress approves one more week off for parents alongside two weeks of paid childcare leave Spain’s parliament has given the green light to an extension of parental leave, with maternity leave increased from 16 to 17 weeks and the addition of two.. 10/09/2025

Another setback for Spain's railways as fire shuts down Madrid–Andalucía high-speed serviceFresh delay highlights ongoing concerns about infrastructure reliability and crisis response High-speed train services between Madrid and Andalucía were brought to a sudden standstill for an hour on Tuesday September 9 after a fire broke out in.. 10/09/2025

Spain set to toughen anti-smoking laws with sweeping new restrictionsSweeping changes include fines for parents, expanded smoke-free zones, and big penalties for tobacco promotion Spain’s government is pressing ahead with some of its toughest anti-smoking measures yet, following months of heated debate and building.. 10/09/2025

Spanish airlines fly to the rescue after Ryanair axes 1 million seatsVueling, Iberia Express, Binter and Wizz Air step in to boost routes from Tenerife North and Santiago de Compostela after Ryanair cuts “The king is dead, long live the king.” With that old saying, Spain’s Minister of Transport and.. 10/09/2025

The mortgage hurdle forcing thousands to rent amid soaring house pricesSaving nearly €44,000 upfront is the stumbling block for homebuyers in Spain as rents continue to rise Becoming a homeowner in Spain remains a distant dream for millions, but it's not just about house prices continuing their rapid climb. The.. 09/09/2025

Andalucía raises alert as avian flu spreads to Doñana with new outbreaks in Seville and HuelvaRegional government steps up measures to tackle virus affecting wild birds across key natural areas Building on earlier reports that confirmed avian flu as the cause of bird deaths in Seville’s Tamarguillo Park, the Andalusian Regional Government.. 09/09/2025

Autumn in Spain 2025: When it begins and what to expectThe season starts on September 22 with milder weather, fewer rainy days and plenty of sky-watching highlights Spanish summer is slowly coming to an end and autumn is just around the corner. This year it officially begins on Monday September 22 at.. 09/09/2025

Spain's DGT sets clear rules on sunglasses when drivingFines of up to €200 for wearing Category 4 sunglasses while driving or not using prescription lenses if required It’s common to see drivers in Spain sporting sunglasses, especially in the summer months, to shield their eyes from the sun and.. 08/09/2025

West Nile virus returns to Spain, raising health alertFirst case confirmed in Menorca as authorities heighten surveillance to protect residents and tourists The West Nile virus has reappeared in Spain with the first confirmed case detected in an infected horse in Mahon, Menorca. This adds to recent findings.. 08/09/2025

British couple in southern Spain say the “cost of living has gone up, but it’s still cheap”Retired Brits Mal and Bill find freedom and sunshine on Spain’s Mediterranean shores More than 130,000 British nationals over 60 now call Spain home, with most settling along the Mediterranean coast in places like Málaga and Alicante. Among.. 08/09/2025

Two arrested in Torrevieja for fraud by cloning a telecom company’s websiteVictims in 19 provinces, including Murcia, Alicante and Andalucía, lost a total of about €20,000 Guardia Civil officers have arrested a 44-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman in Torrevieja, on suspicion of 30 frauds using.. 08/09/2025

Sánchez and Starmer seal new UK-Spain pact with Gibraltar breakthrough in sightLeaders align on key policies as new agreement paves the way for historic changes at the Gibraltar border Spanish President Pedro Sánchez travelled to London last Wednesday, September 3, to meet UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street.. 08/09/2025

Ryanair increases bonuses for ground staff who catch passengers with oversized bagsThe budget airline has given boarding gate employees an added incentive to charge people for extra hand luggage Ryanair has decided to give its airport staff a little boost when it comes to spotting cheeky passengers trying to sneak oversized bags.. 08/09/2025

Andalucía weather forecast September 8-11: Cooler breezes and plenty of sunshineGentle winds, falling temperatures and bright spells across the whole region Skies are looking bright across Andalucía this week, with a pleasant blend of passing clouds, patchy mists and longer spells of sunshine. After a stretch of summer heat.. 08/09/2025

Spain’s rail woes call for clear strategy as Renfe and ADIF face mounting challengesRail operators and infrastructure managers need strong coordination and vision to restore public confidence Spain’s railway system is facing persistent problems that highlight the urgent need for a clear, long-term strategy involving both Renfe.. 05/09/2025

Ecofire: the Spanish invention that could change how we fight wildfiresAfter one of Spain’s harshest fire seasons in decades, a new natural product promises to block flames and protect landscapes for weeks   This summer, Spain was once again hit hard by wildfires. This year alone, nearly 400,000 hectares are.. 05/09/2025

Fewer road deaths this summer in Spain, especially in Murcia and Valencia regionsDespite improvements during period when record number of journeys were made, interior minister emphasised the importance of vigilance Road fatalities in Spain continued to decline during the summer months of July and August 2025. A total of.. 05/09/2025