ANDALUCIA NEWS

Andrew arrested on his 66th birthday: Here are his close ties to Spain and the Spaniards who appear in the Epstein filesThe former prince faces police questioning over misconduct allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein, but did you know he also has a long history with Spain’s fallen King Juan Carlos? What was meant to be a birthday celebration turned into an unwelcome.. 19/02/2026

Renting in Spain now eats up 38% of wages as housing crisis worsensNew figures show renting costs far more than buying in most Spanish cities Renting a typical two bedroom home in Spain now takes an average 38% of a household’s net monthly income, according to new figures from property portal Idealista. &.. 19/02/2026

More money for millions of workers in Spain, but the devil is in the detailWhat the minimum wage rise in Spain actually means for your pay packet and 2026 tax bill Spain's minimum wage is going up and for around 2.5 million workers, mostly women according to government estimates, it' will mean a welcome income boost.. 19/02/2026

Andalucía weekend weather forecast February 19-22: Sunshine returning after a blustery startCooler coastal days, warmer inland by the weekend After some grey, blustery days across Andalucía, the sun is finally breaking through again to remind us that warmer weather isn’t far off. As the strong winds ease and the skies clear, the.. 19/02/2026

The ancient weather secret that's predicting a sunny February and snow for Holy Week in SpainFamous teen forecaster Jorge Rey has used the centuries-old cabañuelas method to predict what's coming in Spain this spring If you haven't come across Jorge Rey before, he's a young meteorologist from Burgos who became something.. 19/02/2026

Three Cádiz hilltop towns make Spain's most beautiful villages listArcos de la Frontera, Olvera and Zahara de la Sierra win a spot on Condé Nast Traveler’s top 60 If you’re looking for a weekend escape that feels like stepping into a postcard, Cádiz province has just delivered three perfect.. 19/02/2026

Ryanair fires back as AENA pushes for a 21% hike in Spanish airport feesThe latest row over airport charges could mean pricier flights and fewer routes for travellers to and from Spain Tensions between airlines and Spain's airport operator AENA are boiling over again and, as usual, Ryanair's outspoken CEO Eddie.. 19/02/2026

Live with a senior relative? You could deduct up to €2,550 on your next Spanish tax returnUpdated allowance for dependent ascendants comes into focus ahead of the 2025-26 filing season With the 2025-26 Spanish income tax campaign now just a couple of months away, many households are beginning to look closely at what they can deduct before.. 18/02/2026

Andalucía's president unveils €1.78 billion storm recovery package as hundreds remain displacedRegional president says “recovery will take time” after weeks of unprecedented weather chaos across Andalucía Hundreds of people are still unable to return home after the wave of violent storms that battered Andalucía in recent.. 18/02/2026

High-speed trains return to Andalucía one month after Adamuz tragedyMost Madrid routes restored as operators reopen services, with Málaga line partially running and investigations ongoing One month after the devastating rail crash in Córdoba province, high-speed trains between Madrid and Andalucía.. 18/02/2026

Spain's crumbling roads are in the worst state since the 1980sEight regions in Spain have more than half their roads in serious disrepair Anyone who has spent time behind the wheel in Spain will already know that the roads can be a bit of an adventure, but the latest figures confirm it's even worse than.. 18/02/2026

LaLiga is offering €50 to anyone who dobbs in a bar showing pirated football in SpainReporting your Spanish local for illegal matches could earn you a few quid as LaLiga steps up its battle against illicit broadcasts LaLiga is now paying people €50 to report bars, restaurants and casinos that are showing football without a proper.. 18/02/2026

Vera makes the most of its beaches all year round with open-air yoga classesResidents and visitors are invited to enjoy leisure activities for all ages throughout the year on the coast of Almería’s Poniente area   The Almería town of Vera is proving that its beaches are not just for summer. As part.. 18/02/2026

Light at the end of the tunnel for Gibraltar border deal as April target setBrussels moves to fast-track provisional application of EU-UK treaty that would remove the Fence After years of wrangling and months of waiting, the long-running Gibraltar agreement may finally be edging towards real movement.   The European.. 18/02/2026

Concern grows for missing British pensioner in NerjaThe 79-year-old vanished from his Costa del Sol hotel five days ago, leaving police with few leads Police are growing increasingly worried about a 79-year-old British tourist who has been missing from Nerja on the Costa del Sol since last Thursday. Iain.. 17/02/2026

Following 10 rapid-fire storms in six weeks, Spain is already running out of namesFrancis, Goretti, Harry, Ingrid, Joseph, Kristin, Leonardo, Marta, Nils and Oriana have arrived in mainland Spain in just a month and a half Spain is racing through its high-impact storm name list at a pace meteorologists say they have never seen.. 17/02/2026

A new way to begin your visit to Córdoba's Mosque-CathedralHistoric Patio de San Eulogio unveiled as an immersive welcome space for the city’s most treasured monument If you are planning a visit to Córdoba’s Mosque-Cathedral any time soon, your experience will now start a little earlier than.. 17/02/2026

High-speed rail link between Lorca and Vera approved by the Spanish governmentThe €108 million project will cover 61.5 kilometres and four stations, bringing Murcia closer to Andalucía The Spanish Council of Ministers has officially authorised the contract to build the high-speed rail (AVE) line between Lorca.. 17/02/2026

Supreme Court sets strict limits on wolf hunting in SpainKilling of wolves allowed but only as last resort to protect livestock The long-running debate over wolf protection in Spain has taken another turn, after years of political and legal wrangling at both European and national level. In 2024, the European.. 17/02/2026

After eleven days away, evacuated Cádiz town begins to feel like home againMore than 1,700 residents return as 80% of homes are declared safe following scientific assessments There were tears, hugs and a steady stream of cars climbing back into Grazalema, the Cádiz province, on Monday afternoon as families returned home.. 17/02/2026