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New Spanish traffic laws introduce tougher rules for pedestrians, cyclists and scooters

New Spanish traffic laws have been introduced on October 1st, providing greater protection for pedestrians and cyclists, and tightening up the rules on scooter use.

Spanish government proposes measures to tackle housing crisis

The Spanish government has approved two draft bills aimed at tackling the housing crisis and hopes that they will be approved in Congress this Friday.

Eviction of 87-year-old disabled woman sparks nationwide protests

The eviction of a disabled 87-year-old woman has brought Spain’s housing crisis into sharp focus, leading to another occupation of the capital’s Puerta del Sol by protesters.

Foreign residents urged to register for Spain’s 2027 municipal elections

Foreign residents in Spain have been reminded of the conditions for voting in next year’s municipal elections on 23rd May.

Ceuta crisis highlights continuing pressure on Canary Islands migration route

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The migration crisis in Ceuta at the end of July focused the attention of the world on a situation which is already familiar to the Canaries.

Spain Introduces Random Identity Checks for Travellers Arriving from Italy

Spain has imposed checks on travellers from Italy in retaliation to the Italian government’s decision to maintain similar checks on Spanish visitors.

Spain Moves Closer to Wide-Ranging Outdoor Smoking Ban

Spain’s Council of Ministers has approved a new smoking law which will ban smoking and vaping on outside terraces, beaches and near public buildings.

Spain Introduces New Prescription Charges Law

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Last month, Spain introduced a new prescriptions law aimed at reducing the cost of vital drugs and medicines for residents with lower incomes.

Will Spain Suspend the EES Scheme?

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Calls for Spain to suspend the EES scheme that has caused long queues at Lanzarote’s airport have increased following the decision of Greece to halt biometric registration until after summer.

Supreme Court Annuls Spain’s National Short-Term Rental Registry

Spain’s Supreme Court has annulled the single registry of short-term rentals that was introduced by the Spanish Government in July last year.