MURCIA NEWS

Murcia Region records one of Spain's hottest summers in 157 yearsTemperatures reached 44.2°C in the Region of Murcia as AEMET warns that autumn is also likely to be warmer than normal Murcia was right at the heart of Spain's extraordinary summer, with temperatures reaching 44.2°C on July 23 as the.. 25/09/2026

Autumn officially arrives in Spain this week as days start getting shorterThe autumn equinox arrives on Wednesday with almost equal hours of daylight and darkness Summer is officially coming to an end in Spain this week, although you might not notice much difference in the weather just yet.   The autumn equinox.. 25/09/2026

New rules mean your work contract has to tell you a lot more from next monthRoyal Decree 723/2026 comes into force on October 5 and expands what employers must put in writing If you're employed in Spain, changes are coming to what your employer legally has to tell you about your job. Royal Decree 723/2026 was published in.. 25/09/2026

The EU is capping cash payments at €10,000 from 2027, but Spain already has stricter rules in placeWhat the new regulation means in practice depends on whether you're a resident, a non-resident or running a business Cash is quietly becoming more complicated across Europe and if you live in Spain or spend significant time here, it's worth.. 25/09/2026

Solar panel grants and tax breaks available in the Region of MurciaEcocorp Solar fits premium solar and battery systems for homeowners across Almería, Murcia, Granada, Málaga and Alicante With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, the Region of Murcia is one of the best places in Spain to make the.. 25/09/2026

EasyJet adds new Liverpool flights from Corvera for summer 2027The twice-weekly service will give Murcia passengers another direct link with the UK EasyJet is adding a new direct connection between Corvera Airport and Liverpool next summer, giving passengers another option for travelling between the Region of.. 25/09/2026

Caravaca's historic San José convent reopens after year-long restorationThe former Convent of San José will reopen with a special concert by early music group Cantoría One of Caravaca de la Cruz’s most important historic buildings will open its doors again on Saturday October 3 after a year of restoration.. 25/09/2026

Electric scooters, motorbikes and cyclists in Spain face new road rules from October 1Helmets, gloves, reflective vests and new overtaking rules are among the changes coming into force next week A series of new road rules will come into force across Spain on Thursday October 1, bringing changes for anyone who drives, cycles, rides.. 25/09/2026

Twin oryx calves born at Terra Natura Murcia bring the park's herd to 23The two new arrivals are a meaningful boost for a species that was considered extinct in the wild until as recently as 2023 There's some lovely news from Terra Natura Murcia this week. Two male oryx calves have been born at the park, bringing the.. 25/09/2026

Lorca residents could hear sonic booms during Spanish Air Force exercisesSupersonic flights are expected during planned exercises from Monday September 28 to Thursday October 8 People living in parts of Lorca may hear unusually loud bangs over the coming days as the Spanish Air and Space Force carries out a series of military.. 25/09/2026

Jumilla opens the doors to its famous wine route this autumnBodegas Luzón's Vendimia Abierta is just one of the experiences waiting for visitors exploring the wineries and vineyards around Jumilla Jumilla is entering one of the most exciting times of the year for wine lovers, with the annual grape.. 25/09/2026

Mercadona trials new checkout rule that means fully emptying your trolleySome stores are testing a system that could change how you pack away your shopping at the till If you shop at Mercadona, in Spain, you might notice something different at the checkout before too long. The supermarket chain is quietly trialling a new payment.. 24/09/2026

Win free tickets to watch the Champions UK plc European Senior Masters at La Manga Club with Murcia Today Promoted by Champions UK plc and part of the Legends Tour, La Manga Club's biggest commercial golf event returns to the 5-star resort's iconic South Course for the fifth consecutive year from November 5-8.   The start of the championship.. 24/09/2026

Work begins on site of 430 new homes on Mazarrón beachThe land beside El Gachero is being cleaned up but several planning approvals are still needed before building can start Work has begun to decontaminate the site of a planned 430-home development at playa de La Isla in Puerto de Mazarrón, almost.. 24/09/2026

Two dead after migrant boat found drifting off Cabo de PalosRescuers found 17 people on the small boat after receiving an alert from a nearby cruise ship Two migrants have died and another is seriously ill after a small boat carrying 17 people was found drifting around 28 miles off Cabo de Palos.  .. 24/09/2026

Murcia Region given six months to cut GP waiting timesThe regional government has been ordered to draw up a plan to reduce patient lists and improve access to family doctors, paediatricians and nurses People waiting for an appointment with their local doctor could see changes to primary care in the.. 24/09/2026

Schools to stay open despite teachers' strike hitting MurciaMinimum services guarantee basic care for pupils as thousands walk out over job security Schools across the Region of Murcia will remain open this Thursday and Friday, September 24 and 25, even as more than 25,000 teachers are expected to take part in.. 24/09/2026

Murcia weather Sept 24-27: Summer refuses to leave as temperatures soar towards 37°CCaravaca and Yecla could reach 37°C on Friday while coastal areas remain several degrees cooler Autumn may have officially arrived this week, but you wouldn't necessarily know it from the weather in the Region of Murcia. Sunshine, warm temperatures.. 24/09/2026

Mar Menor court ruling over brine dump equivalent to 64 Olympic swimming poolsA Torre Pacheco agricultural company has been held responsible for part of the nitrate pollution entering the lagoon between 2012 and 2016 A Murcia agricultural company has been ordered to pay almost €100,000 for environmental damage caused by.. 23/09/2026

Segura basin starts new hydrological year with reservoirs more than half fullWater reserves have fallen slightly in recent weeks but remain more than half full, with 589 hm³ stored ahead of October Happy hydrological new year! I'm sure you had it marked on the calendar. In case you didn't, it starts on October.. 23/09/2026