MURCIA NEWS

Got questions about your 2026 tax return? Experts set to answer ahead of April launchTax data available from March 19 as new advice service opens for confused taxpayers With the 2026 income tax campaign just weeks away, many people in Spain are already preparing their paperwork and trying to get ahead of the process. From March 19, taxpayers.. 18/03/2026

Ikea brings new home services app to the Region of MurciaMurcia customers will soon be able to book trusted tradespeople directly through Ikea Home Ikea is rolling out its new home services platform in the Region of Murcia, linking local households with certified tradespeople through a dedicated mobile app. &.. 18/03/2026

Spain is the destination of choice for more Europeans this Easter as global tensions riseThe Balearic and Canary Islands, along with mainland resorts, are reporting higher bookings from the UK and Germany Spain is looking at what could be one of its busiest Easter seasons in years as holidaymakers across Europe change their plans... 18/03/2026

Supermarket opening hours in Murcia on March 19, Father's DaySince this Thursday is a public holiday in the Region of Murcia, most of the bigger stores and businesses will alter their opening hours This Thursday March 19 marks Father's Day and the festival of San José in Spain. As well as its.. 18/03/2026

Environmental group warns of damage to Cartagena's beaches during the cleaning processLocal environmental experts say heavy machinery is clearing seagrass that's important for keeping beaches healthy and supporting wildlife Beach cleaning in Cartagena is being looked at more closely after concerns were raised about how current.. 18/03/2026

British company Taylor Wimpey invests €26 million in luxury La Manga Club developmentThe first phase of the Siena development will bring high-end apartments to La Manga Club & Resort by February 2028 A major new housing development is on the way to La Manga del Mar Menor after British builder Taylor Wimpey confirmed a €26.. 18/03/2026

Jumilla opens long-awaited caravan parking areaThe new site includes water, electricity and essential services in place and 24-hour access Jumilla has officially opened its new caravan parking area, responding to the steady rise in caravan travel across the Region. Although the site itself.. 18/03/2026

Torre Pacheco to build new roundabout near La Torre Golf ResortA planned junction upgrade aims to improve safety and traffic flow at a key access point to Roldán and its industrial estate Torre Pacheco Town Council is moving ahead with plans to construct a new roundabout on the RM-F21 road at the entrance.. 18/03/2026

Fathers' Day in Spain: Where March 19 will be a public holiday this yearFive regions will enjoy a day off while the rest of the country marks the occasion after work Fathers’ Day is approaching once again in Spain, and for some parts of the country it will bring more than just family meals and thoughtful cards. Although.. 17/03/2026

Almost 80% of Spaniards see nuclear war as a real possibility amid global tensionsMost citizens back a strong, well-equipped army, even as fears of catastrophe divide opinion A recent survey by Spain’s official sociological research centre, the Centro de Investigaciones Sociológicas (CIS), shows that the threat of global.. 17/03/2026

Two Murcia roads named among Spain’s most dangerousN-301 and AP-7 stretches in the spotlight in new national accident risk report Two stretches of road in the Region of Murcia have once again been ranked among the most dangerous in Spain, according to a new study by the European Automobile Association.. 17/03/2026

Doctors' strike enters second week with protests planned across SpainDemonstrations are planned in major cities and essential services will run at reduced capacity as thousands of doctors strike Doctors across Spain have entered a second week of strikes in just two months, protesting against the National Framework.. 17/03/2026

Why does Spain have different days for Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day?This is when Mothers' Day and Fathers' Day are traditionally held in Spain, and why they are different from other countries In many countries around the world, Fathers' Day and Mothers' Day are celebrated on different dates, each.. 17/03/2026

Murcia's northwest ring road to fully open next week after years of constructionFinal 7.6km stretch will complete the bypass linking the A-30 and A-7 and help ease heavy traffic around the city Drivers in the Region of Murcia will soon see the long-awaited completion of a major road project designed to reduce congestion around the.. 17/03/2026

Airport Buses is making Easter travel to and from Murcia Airport easier than ever this springFares start from just €8.99 for adults and children travel at half price, making it a great option for families heading to the south of Spain this Easter Easter is one of the busiest times of year in Spain, with Holy Week bringing a packed programme.. 17/03/2026

Plans approved for new football pitches and sports facilities at Condado de AlhamaThe Alhama de Murcia Town Hall has granted the basic licence for the development Plans are in place for two new football pitches and additional sports facilities at Condado de Alhama, which will likely be well received by residents. The Alhama.. 17/03/2026

Tourist dies after 30ft fall on clifftop path in Pilar de la HoradadaThe 28-year-old reportedly slipped while trying to pick up his glasses on the Orihuela Costa walkway A 28-year-old Colombian man has died after falling around 30 feet while walking along a coastal path in Pilar de la Horadada.   The accident.. 17/03/2026

Cartagena bus station set for major makeover after 30 yearsGround floor redesign and possible university use planned as the city modernises a key transport hub Cartagena’s bus station is preparing for a significant overhaul more than three decades after it first opened, with a renovation project aimed at.. 16/03/2026

Murcia weekly weather forecast March 16-19: Sunny and dryThe weather in Murcia this week is expected to be calm and bright with mild temperatures Murcia weather forecast, Thursday March 19   The Region of Murcia is in for a week with dry weather conditions and plenty of sunny skies, with some.. 16/03/2026

The low-cost chains quietly spreading across Spain’s high streetsFrom bargain furniture to discounted fashion and beauty, a growing wave of budget retailers is reshaping the Spanish high street Spain’s retail landscape is increasingly being shaped by a new generation of low-cost chains that many shoppers may.. 16/03/2026