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2027 local elections on the Costa Blanca: Who is eligible to vote?
On 23 May 2027, local council elections will be held in Spain. Many foreign residents on the Costa Blanca are also eligible…
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New tenancy law in Spain 2026: What tenants and landlords need to know now
Spain has once again amended its tenancy law. Since 8 October, stricter regulations have been in force for seasonal and room rentals,…
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Spain is heading for a general election: Sánchez sets the date for 29 November
Following the rejection of two housing bills in the Congreso, Pedro Sánchez has drawn the political conclusion: Spain is to hold a…
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In force for just one day: Spain’s new tenancy law fails in the Congreso
Decided on Tuesday, published in the Official State Gazette on Wednesday, brought into force on Thursday – and blocked by Parliament on Friday: Spain’s…
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Heavy rain in the Valencia region: What lies ahead for the Costa Blanca
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are currently causing problems in parts of the Comunitat Valenciana. The heaviest rainfall so far has been in…
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Severe weather on the Costa Blanca: Schools closed – orange alert remains in force
Heavy downpours have already caused flooding and disruption to traffic in Valencia. On the Costa Blanca, the impact has so far been minor,…
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Ceuta crisis: First resignation following row over CNI warning
The Spanish secret service was aware of the planned actions in Ceuta prior to the mass border crossing and informed the authorities. The…
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Valencia could receive an additional 3.67 billion euros
Spain’s regional funding is to be reorganised.
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Ceuta protests: Pressure on Sánchez mounts
Thousands on the Costa Blanca too – pressure on Sánchez mounts
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The Ceuta crisis: Spain, Morocco and Europe’s response
Why the mass influx from Morocco is causing concern in Europe
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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…