ANDALUCIA NEWS

Plastic bags, mini shampoos and wrapped fruit all set to vanish from Spanish shopsThe new EU packaging law lands in Spain this week, reshaping how shops sell everything from fruit to toiletries A sweeping new EU packaging law comes into force across Spain this Wednesday August 12 and it's set to change everything from the labels.. 14/08/2026

Buying a home in Spain with cash is becoming increasingly rare as prices push more buyers towards mortgagesThe proportion of cash purchases has fallen to a five-year low, with rising property prices eroding the savings advantage that once allowed many buyers to avoid borrowing altogether Something is shifting in Spain's property market. Cash purchases.. 14/08/2026

Cadiz coast under pressure as summer crowds stretch servicesRoads, parking and public services are struggling to cope with the huge seasonal rise in population For many people, summer on the Cádiz coast means busy beaches, lively resorts and a welcome boost for local businesses. But this year's crowds.. 14/08/2026

Spanish airports hit new July record as Alicante passenger numbers soarMore than 34 million passengers travelled through Spanish airports in July with Alicante among the fastest-growing major airports Spain's airports had their busiest July on record, with 34.4 million passengers passing through Aena's Spanish.. 14/08/2026

Huelva's Niebla wildfire is now threatening to become the worst environmental disaster in Andalucía's historyEight days in, over 31,000 hectares burned and the fire is still spreading, with experts warning it is "very difficult" to extinguish 🔥 Impresionante el esfuerzo, una noche más, de la @UMEgob tanto en el #IFPeñasDeRiglos.. 14/08/2026

Diesel discount in Spain set to rise to 20 cents in SeptemberThe government is increasing the planned diesel discount after diesel prices across Spain jumped 15.7% in July There’s finally some good news for motorists as the government has just announced that drivers in Spain will get a bigger discount.. 14/08/2026

If you own a holiday home in Spain you could cut your electricity bill with Spanish EnergySpanish Energy offers a free, plain English review of your bill with no obligation to switch Second home owners in Spain could be paying more than they need to on electricity without realising it. That's according to Spanish Energy, which specialises.. 13/08/2026

Spain has already burned through 38% more forest this year than at the same point in 2025, and the worst weeks may still be aheadMore than 226,000 hectares have been destroyed since January, with 43 major fires recorded compared to 24 in the same period last year Spain's wildfire crisis is deepening. Official figures from the Ministry for Ecological Transition show that 226.. 13/08/2026

WATCH! Spain's total eclipse turns into a cloudy disappointment for thousands Thousands watched the skies only to see clouds roll in at the worst possible moment, but southern Spain gets another chance in August 2027   🌘 Murcia ha vivido un momento mágico con el eclipse solar. 🏰Desde las Fortalezas.. 13/08/2026

The Málaga Fair starts tomorrow night with 440 drones, a tonne of fireworks and eight days of the best party in AndalucíaEverything you need to know about one of Spain's most spectacular summer celebrations, from the opening spectacle to the fairgrounds, the music and the pilgrimage   If you're anywhere near Málaga this weekend, you're in.. 13/08/2026

August 15 is a bank holiday across Spain: Check which supermarkets are openFind out which establishments will be closing this Saturday, the feast day of Our Lady of the Assumption and a national holiday in Spain If you need to do a supermarket run this weekend, you’d do well to check the opening hours before heading.. 13/08/2026

Andalucía weekend weather forecast August 13-16: Storms continue in the mountains as heat slowly easesWarm and mostly clear with afternoon mountain storms persisting, though temperatures begin to edge down from their recent highs This week saw temperatures across the interior of Andalucía push deep into the forties, with storm warnings.. 13/08/2026

Spain is making it much easier to spot spam calls, starting this OctoberFrom Friday October 17, all commercial calls must use a new 400 prefix, making telephone scams instantly identifiable and easier to block If you're fed up with unsolicited calls from companies trying to sell you something, or worse, scammers pretending.. 12/08/2026

Record passenger numbers and exhausted officers: the real story behind Operation Crossing the StraitMore than 151,000 passengers crossed in just four days at peak, but police unions are warning that the operation's success is masking a serious staffing problem The numbers alone are staggering. Between Thursday July 31 and Sunday August 3, more.. 12/08/2026

August 16 Mojácar gears up for Guateque dance partyExpect music and dancing as Larios Music brings its party to Plaza Nueva on Sunday night Mojácar's Guateque dance party, organised by Larios Music, takes over Plaza Nueva this Sunday August 16 at 10pm, offering a night of music and dancing.. 12/08/2026

Why trusting the doctor is essential for health Medical professionals are indispensable figures in society, as they improve people’s quality of life. They do not only treat illnesses, but also listen to their patients, accompany them, and provide support throughout all stages of their lives. &.. 12/08/2026

August 15 Children's puppet show Chef Pipa comes to MojácarThe interactive show blends cooking, imagination and humour for the whole family Families in Mojácar can catch Chef Pipa, a puppet show by the Coma14 company, in Plaza del Arbollón on Saturday August 15 at 9pm.   The show.. 12/08/2026

The Niebla fire has now burned through 25,000 hectares but a change in wind is offering the first real chance to fight backNearly 700 people remain evacuated as the blaze enters its sixth day, with the fire having crossed into Seville province overnight   📹Misiones del #BIEM2 en #IFNiebla Ataque directo con línea húmeda en colaboració.. 12/08/2026

Murcia-Almería high speed rail still on track, says Transport MinisterThe project forms a key part of the Mediterranean Corridor, connecting Andalucía, Murcia and the rest of Europe Spain's Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Oscar Puente, confirmed this week that construction of the high speed.. 11/08/2026

A 295kg tuna turned up in the shallows at Marbella and chaos, briefly, ensuedBeachgoers at El Ancón initially feared a shark before realising the giant fish was injured and in distress, and then worked together to help it back out to sea Saturday afternoon on Marbella's Golden Mile was going fairly normally until a.. 11/08/2026