News & Politics
New immigration law from May 2025 – What the reform means for the Costa Blanca
On 20 May 2025, the revised Spanish Aliens Act – the new immigration law – will come into force. The changes are…
Politics
Politics in Valencia and Alicante: Decisions taken by the Comunitat Valenciana, the Province of Alicante and the local authorities; legislation, administration, political parties and regional issues affecting the Costa Blanca.
News & Politics
From 2025 on the Costa Blanca – ETIAS: New entry authorisation for non-EU travellers
The introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation System (ETIAS) and the Entry/Exit System (EES) is intended to improve security and efficiency…
News & Politics
A record year for tourism in Alicante – extended season ensures record figures
Hotels in Alicante are rounding off 2024 with impressive figures: between January and November, they achieved an average occupancy rate of 80.68 %,…
News & Politics
Benidorm industrial estate – An endless building site costing millions
Benidorm’s industrial estate was intended to be a milestone in the town’s development.
News & Politics
Political dispute over the unfinished promenade in Altea
In Altea, the suspension of building work on the seafront promenade in the middle of the summer season is causing a political…
Purchase & Hire
Government supports first-time buyers: New financial support for young people
The government has launched a new scheme to make it easier for first-time buyers to buy their own homes. With 20 million…
News & Politics
Rise in tourist accommodation: local authorities suspend licences
[caption id="attachment_157" align="alignleft" width="300"] Altea beach with holiday apartments[/caption]Rise in tourist accommodation: local councils suspend planning permission.
News & Politics
Calpe – A possible restriction on tourist accommodation is currently under review
In light of the sharp rise in tourist accommodation, Calpe Town Council has now decided to review the regulations governing this sector.
News & Politics
European elections: PP retains its dominance in Alicante despite the rise of the far right
[caption id="attachment_380" align="alignleft" width="300"] European elections in Alicante: PP retains dominance[/caption]The European elections in the Alicante region produced a close result.