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Spain’s Supreme Court rules on holiday lets

Spain’s Supreme Court has ruled that if a community of owners wishes to prohibit holiday rentals it must do so expressly.

Spanish property prices still sky high

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Property prices on Spain’s islands are now almost 8% higher than they ever were during the property boom of the mid-2000s.

Sánchez proposes 100% tax for non-EU property buyers

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez yesterday proposed taxes of up to 100% for non-resident non-EU foreigners who purchase properties in Spain, as one of several measures intended to address the housing crisis.

El Gordo draw begins

Christmas has started in earnest in Spain this morning with the draw for the world’s biggest lottery, El Gordo.

Countdown to EU elections

The main Canarian political parties have once again mobilised for the EU elections which will be held next Sunday, the 9th of June. Posters, flags and publicity are now visible all over the island.

Spain’s Prime Minister to stay

Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, yesterday announced that he would continue as leader of the government, following five days of “reflection”.

Spain’s Prime Minister considers his future

Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has cancelled all public duties until Monday and announced that he is considering whether to resign or not.

New scooter rules

Today new rules governing electric scooter use come into force in Spain.

Call for masks in health centres

Spain's Association of Family Doctors has called for the re-introduction of face mask use in health centres following a recent rise in Covid infections.

El Gordo draw

Christmas starts in earnest in Spain today with the draw for the world's biggest lottery, El Gordo.