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The four VOX councillors following their inauguration in Orihuela

Orihuela: Vox Calls for Greater Recognition of Fatherhood in Society

Staff Reporter - 22/03/2025

New information from the Spanish Government states that the old Green Certificate will not be recognised by the EU’s Entry Exit System.

The Green Certificate will not be recognised by the EU’s Entry Exit System  

Despite record-breaking passenger traffic, the Spanish government has once again rejected calls to construct a second runway at Alicante-Elche Airport.

Spanish Government Repeats Opposition to Second Runway at Alicante-Elche Airport

Airlines cover 75% of ticket costs for island residents, but the government has failed to pay the €810 million owed to January 2025

Alicante Air Routes to the Islands Face Shutdown Threat

Torrevieja Mayor Eduardo Dolón and International Residents Councillor Gitte Lund met on Thursday with Valeria Nastashenko, the Advisor at the Ukrainian Embassy in Spain.

Torrevieja Mayor meets with the Ukrainian Embassy Advisor in Spain,

It's time to dig in, because understanding iGaming's role in Spain is crucial.

The Socio-Economic Impact of iGaming in Spain: A Comprehensive Analysis

Bill Oates - 11/03/2025 0

The Provincial Coastal Service has begun the administrative process to demolish most of the houses on Babilonia Beach

Tide of Change as Coastal Demolitions Set to Reshape Guardamar’s Playa...

Staff Reporter - 08/03/2025 0

Despite the growing pressure, the party leadership has chosen to maintain public support for Mazón for now.

Feijóo Breaks His Silence on Mazón as he Criticizes His Handling...

Staff Reporter - 04/03/2025 0

The streets of Valencia echoed with demands for the resignation of Carlos Mazón as thousands gathered to protest on the four-month anniversary of the devastating floods caused by the Dana storm on October 29

Over 30,000 march in Valencia to Demand Mazón’s Resignation

Staff Reporter - 02/03/2025 0

This reliance on migrant workers has helped Spain’s economy grow by approximately 3% in the past year, significantly outpacing the eurozone average of 0.8%,

Spain’s Economy Outpacing the Rest of Europe thanks to Foreign Workers

Staff Reporter - 01/03/2025 0

On Tuesday morning Union Representatives went to the Congress of Deputies to register a request for a meeting with the health officials of all the parliamentary groups in the Lower House

Doctors Across Spain call for National Strike on 23 May

Staff Reporter - 27/02/2025 0

The Partido Popular-led municipal government has criticised the central government for making yet another major announcement without consulting local authorities,

Torrevieja Furious Over Sánchez’s Surprise ‘House of Ukraine’ Declaration

Kevin Reardon - 25/02/2025 0

"Ukraine’s hope lies in Europe, but Europe’s hope lies in Ukraine as well," Sánchez declared, praising the resilience of Ukrainians in defending freedom, democracy, and European values.

Sánchez Confirms Torrevieja as the Site for Spain’s ‘House of Ukraine’...

Staff Reporter - 25/02/2025 0

This summer, to mark its 40th anniversary, Spain’s aerobatic flight team, Patrulla Águila, will begin transitioning from its current C-101 aircraft to the new PC-21 'Pilatus' turboprops

Patrulla Águila to Mark 40th Anniversary with New ‘Pilatus’ Aircraft

Kevin Reardon - 22/02/2025 0

As from 1 January 2026, it will be mandatory for most vehicles to carry the V16 emergency light, which replaces the warning triangles

Motoring – More Questions About Emergency Lights

Staff Reporter - 14/02/2025 0

The PP argues that such a facility, proposed for the grounds surrounding the Social Security Treasury building, would harm the local tourism image.

Torrevieja PP Pushes Back Against Proposal for Immigrant Reception Centre

Staff Reporter - 11/02/2025 0

“Today is a historic day that reaffirms the value of being part of the Spanish government,” stated Labour Minister Yolanda Díaz.

Spanish Government Moves Forward with Shorter Working Hours

Staff Reporter - 10/02/2025 0

Larger towns usually have mayors who are full-time, resulting in higher salaries. Conversely, other municipalities may have partial or no dedication, so their salaries are significantly lower.

Torrevieja and Orihuela not in Provincial list of top ten best...

Staff Reporter - 09/02/2025 0

The monitoring system is now fully operational and managed by a team of scientists from the Oceanographic Centres of Murcia and the Canary Islands (IEO-CSIC).

Monitoring the Health of the Mar Menor

Staff Reporter - 05/02/2025 0

The "Return Ticket" motion, proposed by Vox, aimed to deport individuals residing in the region without proper documentation

Orihuela Plenary rejects Vox ‘Return Ticket’ Motion

Staff Reporter - 02/02/2025 0

Demonstrators gathered outside the Town Hall to demand employment opportunities and improved accommodation.

Large Police Deployment Manages Protest by Migrants in Guardamar

Staff Reporter - 30/01/2025 0

Speaking at a press conference in Brussels, O’Leary defended the airline’s policies, arguing that "passengers cannot take as much luggage as they want

Ryanair Founder Calls Spanish Minister a “Crazy Communist” Over Airline Fines

Staff Reporter - 29/01/2025 0

Immigrants arriving in Torrevieja

Vox Resurrects Controversial “Return Ticket” for Orihuela Immigrants

Staff Reporter - 25/01/2025 0

Both groups agreed that the current municipal structures—Orihuela’s governance for Orihuela Costa and Cartagena and San Javier’s administration for La Manga—have consistently failed to deliver the services that residents pay for and deserve.

Independence as the Path Forward: PIOC’s Meeting with “Entre Dos Mares...

Partido Independencia Orihuela Costa - 23/01/2025 0

A report by Oxford Economics, drawing on data from Eurostat and Airbnb, highlights the economic risks posed by restrictive short-term rental regulations in Spain.

Economic Suicide? Spain Risks €30B and 400,000 Jobs with Short Term...

Staff Reporter - 22/01/2025 0

Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has intensified his stance against foreign investors in the Spanish housing market

Spain Explores Total Ban on Non-EU Property Purchases

Staff Reporter - 21/01/2025 0

In Torrevieja alone, foreign buyers purchased 3,117 homes in the first half of 2024, according to data from the Notarial College of Valencia.

International buyers dominate over 80% of the Alicante property market

Kevin Reardon - 17/01/2025 0

Housing affordability has become a critical issue in Spain, driven by gentrification and the shift of residential properties to short-term rentals.

Spain Plans to Increase Taxes on Holiday Rentals

Staff Reporter - 15/01/2025 0

Housing prices in Alicante continue to climb, with February marking a new all-time high for the city.

Sánchez’s New Tax Plan Puts Thousands of Alicante Property Sales at...

Staff Reporter - 15/01/2025 0

With its record-breaking achievements and ambitious expansion plans, Alicante-Elche Airport is poised to strengthen its position as a vital gateway for international and domestic travel.

Strong year-end as Alicante-Elche Airport Sets New Record

Staff Reporter - 14/01/2025 0

From February 2025, the list will expand to include other high-risk professions such as chambermaids, professional drivers, and caregivers.

Workers who will be able to retire in Spain at 52...

Staff Reporter - 09/01/2025 0

Illegals arriving by boat in Spain

Migrant Arrivals in Spain Surge to New High in 2024

Kevin Reardon - 09/01/2025 0

Roman Jimenez, President of PIOC

PIOC Maintains Pressure for President Mazón’s Resignation

Staff Reporter - 03/01/2025 0

In Alicante province, progress remains uneven among the eight eligible municipalities.

Low Emissions Zones: Alicante Province Faces Delays

Staff Reporter - 01/01/2025 0

Russian authorities are persisting in their hypothesis that it was a "terrorist act ."

Claim that Sinking of Russian Cargo Ship off Cartagena was a...

Staff Reporter - 28/12/2024 0

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