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Spain’s anti-smoking law: smoke-free terraces and beaches
Anti-smoking law in Spain: terraces, beaches and swimming pools are to become smoke-free
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Spain in the World Cup final: where the Costa Blanca is celebrating La Furia Roja on the big screen
Spain have reached the World Cup final after beating France 2–0. Find out where public viewings are planned along the Costa…
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AEMET warning for the Costa Blanca: temperatures of up to 42 degrees inland
The Costa Blanca is set to experience a spell of very hot weather. Temperatures will remain slightly lower in many places along…
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Almería forest fire: disaster and Costa Blanca regulations
Forest fire in Almería: Disaster in the south – a warning sign for the Costa Blanca
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Sánchez under pressure: Spain heads into the summer break
The Spanish Congress has called on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to consider holding a vote of confidence. The votes cast by Junts…
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Costa Blanca – Air passenger rights: the three-hour rule remains in force
EU air passenger rights: a three-hour delay remains the decisive factor
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The Iran conflict and flight prices: What really lies in store for Alicante and Valencia
War, kerosene, tickets: What the Iran conflict really means for flights to Alicante and Valencia
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New BOE decree: Rent increases in Spain capped at 2 % by 2027
caps rent increases in Spain at 2 % until 2027. Automatic contract renewal – implications for residents on the Costa Blanca.
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Value-added tax on energy in Spain is to be reduced
VAT on electricity, gas and fuel is set to fall to 10 % in Spain. What the measures mean for the Costa Blanca…
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USA-Spain – Trump threatens trade ban
Trump threatens Spain with a trade ban. Figures on exports, LNG, olive oil and the possible consequences for the economy and businesses on…
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Spain – Serious train accident: 39 dead following a derailment near Córdoba
Following the derailment of two high-speed trains at Adamuz near Córdoba, 39 people died and more than 150 were injured. Investigations are…
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Mazón resigns – Valencia faces a new political beginning in 2025
Following the resignation of Carlos Mazón, the Valencian Community is in a transitional phase. The region is characterised by disputes over succession,…