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- Spain's economic forecast according to Brussels: Growth, inflation, deficit November 21, 2023SPAIN will be one of the fastest-growing member States in the European Union between now and the year 2025, but will 'almost certainly' fail to meet the fiscal requirements established in the bloc in 2024, and is no longer the major economy with the lowest inflation.
- Pedro Sánchez president again: What happens next November 19, 2023NEWLY sworn-in national president Pedro Sánchez is now starting the challenging task of building his cabinet among a very divided coalition, although several names from his previous tenure are tipped to be returning to their rôles.
- Bruce Springsteen in Barcelona and Madrid November 7, 2023BRUCE'The Boss' Springsteen and The E-Street Band are heading to Spain next spring, and tickets have gone on sale today (Tuesday).
- Spain's tourism industry bounces back: Over 66.5 million visitors in nine months November 6, 2023HOLIDAYMAKERS from abroad visiting Spain this year are spending more money than ever, and visitor numbers have soared since last year, according to recent figures from the National Institute of Statistics (INE).
- Princess of Asturias Award winners: Meryl Streep, Mary's Meals, Haruki Marukami... October 25, 2023A HOLLYWOOD legend joining folk-dancers from Asturias and showing off her fancy footwork in the street is not a scene your average Oviedo resident witnesses during his or her weekly shop. Even though their northern-Spanish city is the birthplace of a Formula 1 icon (that's you, Fernando Alonso), meaning it already boasts celebrity credentials, the […]
- Driver distractions with automatic fines: New traffic authority campaign October 17, 2023EVERY now and again, Spain's traffic authority launches a campaign to remind drivers of what they should and should not be doing, or to answer common questions – such as, can drivers be fined if passengers do not wear a seatbelt? which has been the subject of much confusion over time. Or what those new […]
- FIFA World Cup 2030: The road ahead for host nation Spain revealed October 15, 2023FOOTBALL fans have plenty of time to plan their trip to Spain for the 2030 FIFA men's World Cup, and almost any destination in the country should be within easy travelling distance of a stadium – a shortlist of 15 venues has been put forward, with up to 11 likely to be chosen to host […]
- New mortgage signings drop – and 54% buy homes in cash October 6, 2023MORTGAGE signings have dropped by nearly a fifth as a result of the greatest leap in interest rates in over 20 years – but debt defaults have not risen, despite the Euribor being at its highest since 2011.
- Can drivers be fined if passengers do not wear a seatbelt? Traffic authorities explain October 2, 2023TRAFFIC authorities in Spain have clarified one of motorists' biggest queries: Whether drivers can get fined if their passengers fail to wear a seatbelt.
- 'Budget' Michelin tour: What to see and where to eat (northern Spain) September 30, 2023WHEN the summer reaches its hottest weeks, the idea of cooler climates suddenly becomes more attractive. And although Spain generally cannot offer temperatures similar to northern Scandinavia, not everywhere in the country sees the mercury pushing the 40ºC mark in July, August and September.
- Inheritance and gift tax: Your guide to how it works, who pays, and how much September 26, 2023IN LIGHT of the news that four regions have axed inheritance and gift tax – either entirely, or for first-degree relatives – residents in Spain who have not had to deal with these as yet may not be clear on when it is payable, how much, or by whom.
- Four regions scrap inheritance tax and two reduce rates September 25, 2023MASS reductions in inheritance and gift tax have been reported across Spain, with some regions axing it altogether – starting, in most cases, from January next year.
- Spain's cheapest cities to rent in – and their top attractions September 18, 2023BEFORE committing to buying a permanent home in Spain, many movers prefer to rent for a specific length of time to get a feel for life in their new country; this is also likely to be the go-to option for anyone planning to live in Spain for a finite period, such as for work, or […]
- Deadline looms for Brits to exchange driving licences in Spain September 11, 2023BRITISH nationals living in Spain have just four days left to replace their UK-issued driving licences for a Spanish version.
- Spanish firefighters, military and charities help Morocco earthquake victims September 11, 2023SPAIN has stepped up to help Morocco after a devastating earthquake left nearly 2,500 dead, and numerous organisations have given details of how to donate aid.
