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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

Which supermarkets in Spain will be open this December bank holiday weekend?Spain’s favourite grocery store has surprised everyone by announcing it will indeed open its doors The December long weekend is one of the most anticipated of the year and it’s usually one of the busiest shopping periods too as people.. 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

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

Spain's best Christmas lights of 2025From giant trees to glowing streets, this year’s most spectacular festive displays have arrived Christmas has officially taken over Spain and the country is glowing. From enormous illuminated trees to themed routes and waterfront shows, cities.. 03/12/2025

Spain faces one of its deadliest years for drownings as fatalities hit 441Spain records some of its highest drowning figures in a decade as experts urge caution Spain is heading towards one of its darkest years on record for drownings, with 441 people losing their lives so far in 2025, according to the latest update from the.. 03/12/2025

Spain delays new digital invoicing system that will send all invoices to the Tax OfficeBusiness owners and self-employed workers in Spain now have another year to adapt to VeriFactu There are sighs of relief all round as the Spanish government has delayed the introduction of the dreaded VerifFactu, the new digital invoicing.. 03/12/2025

Spain celebrates International Day of People with Disabilities on December 3Spain will join the rest of the world to spotlight disability rights, inclusion and accessibility for all The International Day of People with disabilities is a day to raise awareness about disability rights and to highlight the difficulties they.. 02/12/2025

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain by IberianTax   For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Income Tax return (Modelo 210) between 1 January and 20 January 2026. This applies to both short-term and long-term rentals. Non-resident.. 02/12/2025

Could 2025 be the most expensive Christmas Spain has ever seen?Consumers in Spain are facing an average price increase of 16% on a dozen basic festive food products Families across Spain are bracing for what could be the costliest Christmas on record. Inflation may have eased slightly in recent months, dropping.. 01/12/2025

December supermoon: A celestial showstopper we won't see again until 2042The last full moon of the year will be larger and brighter than usual, visible from Spain on the night of December 4-5 Star gazers are in for a treat this week as the final full moon of the year puts on a spectacular show. The December supermoon.. 01/12/2025

Flu reaches epidemic levels in SpainA new, more contagious strain of flu is running rampant in Europe Christmas will be here before we know it and the last thing anybody wants is to be sick during the busy festive season. Unfortunately for many of us, this may be unavoidable as flu.. 01/12/2025

Spanish airport authority fined €10 million for using facial recognition scannersAena insists that passengers across Spain gave their consent and that their personal data was never at risk Spain's airport operator Aena has been hit with a hefty €10 million fine over its facial recognition systems, which have become a.. 28/11/2025

Don't let deals turn dirty: Police issue fresh Black Friday scam alertThe Policía Nacional say online shoppers should stay alert as scammers ramp up their tricks during sale season As the Black Friday frenzy begins, Spain’s Policía Nacional stepped up their warning about twelve of the most common online.. 28/11/2025

Vehicles in Spain that won't need a V-16 emergency light come JanuaryCertain cars in Spain are exempt from the new rules and won’t have to swap the old emergency triangle From January 1 next year, the approved V-16 emergency beacon becomes the only legal device for signalling breakdowns and accidents on Spanish.. 27/11/2025

Read the December edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to the December issue of Home & Living!   This edition is full of inspiring ideas for Christmas, including festive decor, party wear, how to ‘dress’ your table for Christmas lunch, hairstyles, recipes and so much more..... &.. 27/11/2025

Fresh food takes centre stage this Christmas as supermarkets double down on Spanish favouritesWhile Brits reach for the turkey, Spain’s festive tables lean heavily on seafood, fresh meat and ready-made classics Anyone who has spent a Christmas in Spain knows that the festive menu here looks very different from the British obsession with.. 25/11/2025