ANDALUCIA NEWS

How to sleep better in Spain's sticky summer nightsTop tips for staying cool and getting some shut-eye when it’s hot, humid and air con isn’t an option   If you’ve ever tried to sleep through a summer heatwave, in Spain or anywhere else, you’ll know it’s not just the heat..

Olive oil prices crash by 46 per cent but not all Spanish food costs are cooling downSpain's ‘liquid gold’ has fallen 48% from its peak as grocery inflation drops to more manageable levels Remember when buying olive oil felt like a luxury purchase? Those days might finally be over. Spain's beloved ‘liquid.. 17/07/2025

Thousands fewer waiting for surgery in Andalucía as waiting list times slashedNew regional plan has cut overdue operations by almost 60% and shaved over a month off waiting times   There’s some welcome news for anyone in Andalucía who’s been stuck waiting for surgery. The regional health service has managed.. 17/07/2025

Buses to replace Seville-Malaga trains during August worksRail replacement buses will run for three days in August while infrastructure upgrades take place Train passengers travelling between Seville and Malaga will face a temporary change of plans later this summer, as Renfe is putting on 102 buses to cover.. 17/07/2025

Andalucía weekend weather forecast July 17-20It will be a mostly settled few days ahead, with very warm afternoons inland and more comfortable temperatures on the coast As we head into the second half of July, Andalucía is looking at another stretch of mostly calm and sunny weather... 17/07/2025

Rents in Spain can be hiked up by 2.10 per cent this monthThe latest rent increase limit applies to contracts signed after Spain's housing law came into effect in May 2023 Millions of renters across Spain are facing potential rent increases this month as landlords gain the ability to raise monthly payments.. 17/07/2025

How to stop car thieves this summer: 4 essential tips from Spanish PoliceWith thefts on the rise in holiday hotspots, these simple precautions can help keep your vehicle safe at the beach and beyond The Spanish summer is finally here in all its sweltering heat and whether you’re jetting to the Costas for a holiday.. 17/07/2025

Spanish airport theft ring exposed in major Guardia Civil crackdownSixty-six arrested and thousands of euros worth of high-end goods recovered in a coordinated sting operation at airports across Spain   A major criminal network behind a string of organised thefts at Spanish airports has been dismantled by the.. 16/07/2025

Spain's dream of a shorter work week just got put on hold againWith strong opposition to the proposal, doubts have been cast over whether the working day in Spain will be reduced at all There’s been a bit of a blow for employees throughout Spain as it looks increasingly unlikely that the legislation needed.. 16/07/2025

Layers of history unearthed in Seville reveal Roman and early Christian pastArchaeologists uncover ancient remains, from Imperial Roman buildings to a centuries-old well, beneath a hillside in Coria del Río.   Coria del Río, a town nestled along the banks of the Guadalquivir near Seville, has once again.. 16/07/2025

Angry Malaga residents scrub school steps in protest over city's 'shameful neglect'Fed-up neighbours in Miraflores de los Ángeles took to the streets with buckets and brushes to demand better cleaning and maintenance from the council   Residents in one Malaga neighbourhood have taken matters into their own hands after.. 16/07/2025

Food and fuel shoot up in price across Spain due to the conflict in IsraelInflation in Spain rose far more sharply last month than experts had initially predicted The conflict in the Middle East was always going to have a knock-on effect in western countries but even the financial experts are surprised by how much, and.. 16/07/2025

Andalucía cracks down on outdoor smoking with more than 150 smoke-free spacesThe region now has 58 smoke-free beaches and 93 public pools as part of a growing health initiative Spain is on a bit of a health kick and the government is busy trying to push through new legislation that will ban smoking in many outdoor spaces.. 15/07/2025

These are the Spanish beaches that welcome dogs this summerIn Spain, the number of coastal cities that allow dogs on the beaches is increasing Every year, thousands of people hit the Spanish coast in search of a beach and a refreshing, cooling swim. But it’s not just us humans who suffer in the sun;.. 15/07/2025

Stranded dolphin put down on Roquetas de Mar beach to avoid further sufferingAnimal organisation Equinac has criticised a lack of emergency resources for marine animals in the province On the night of Sunday July 13, the marine wildlife rescue association Equinac responded to an urgent alert about a stranded dolphin on the.. 15/07/2025

Body of elderly foreign swimmer found off Cuevas del Almanzora beachEmergency services suspect accidental drowning near Pozo del Esparto The body of a man was discovered on Friday July 11 off the Pozo del Esparto beach (pictured) in Cuevas del Almanzora, Almería, according to the 112 emergency coordination.. 15/07/2025

Malaga pulls out of being host city for 2030 World CupThe mayor wants to prioritise Málaga CF and its fans over hosting duties Malaga has officially withdrawn from hosting matches in the 2030 World Cup, which will be jointly organised by Spain, Portugal and Morocco. The announcement came on Saturday.. 14/07/2025

Major earthquake off Almería-Murcia coast felt across southern SpainThe tremors originating in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea were felt in Murcia, Andalucía and beyond It was about 7am when the windows began to rattle in their frames and the crockery in the kitchen clinked. Those who were awake already.. 14/07/2025

Brits in Spain urged to make this change to avoid passport control headacheA new update on the UK government website urges British residents in Spain to swap their green certificate for a TIE card They highlight the risk of airport delays for those without the biometric residency card The UK government has updated the..

What are the pros and cons of voting to ban tourist rentals in my community?Communities across Spain are holding EGMs to decide whether or not to continue allowing tourist rentals in their buildings, resorts and urbanisations, which has left many people wondering: “What way should I vote?”     Skip..