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Parking Your Car Without Insurance Risks a Heavy Fine in Spain
Spanish law does not let car owners off the hook for insurance just because their vehicle sits unused in a garage. Fines for uninsured vehicles start at 601 euros and can reach 3,005 euros, regardless of whether the car moves or not.
Government stalls rental decree as automatic lease extension faces delay
Spain’s government has postponed the publication of a key housing decree that would force landlords to pay hefty compensation if they decline to renew rental contracts. The move comes amid political wrangling and mounting pressure from tenant groups demanding stronger protections.
PP blocks Spain France friendship treaty in the Senate
Spain's Senate rejected the treaty by 142 votes to 106, with one abstention, as Emmanuel Macron began his state visit to Madrid. The decision blocks ratification despite the Constitutional Court's approval.
Spain Rejects Friendship Treaty With France
A 142-106 Senate vote blocked the friendship treaty with France, with one abstention. The PP and Vox opposed the deal during Emmanuel Macron's first state visit to Spain, focusing on a clause that would allow ministers from each country to attend the other's cabinet meetings.
PP warns housing decrees put €2.5bn in EU funds at risk
Spain's Partido Popular says the housing package is too weak and too vague. The opposition also warns that €2.5bn in European recovery funds could be lost if promised reforms are not completed.
Arizona targets bikers with strict lane filtering crackdown
Arizona now treats riding a motorcycle between moving cars as reckless driving with criminal penalties. In contrast, Spain allows motorcycles to use the shoulder under strict conditions, aiming to protect riders in traffic jams.
Spain Caps Gas Price Shock for Households and Small Firms
The government has limited the rise in Spain's regulated gas tariff and fixed the price of a butane cylinder at 19.55 euros through 30 June 2027.
PNV draws a line between funds and small landlords
The PNV says it will reject the housing decree if it puts investment funds and small landlords on the same footing. Joseba Díez Antxustegi is calling for calm talks before the government moves ahead.
Permanent rental supply shrinks as seasonal listings surge
Spain has lost 20% of its permanent rental listings in three years. Seasonal homes have more than doubled as rent controls change the choices facing landlords and tenants.
Government races to secure emergency housing package
Spain's government is preparing ten urgent housing measures ahead of Tuesday's cabinet meeting. Pressure has grown after an elderly woman's eviction and a tent camp appeared in Madrid's Puerta del Sol.
Spain plans primary care access for medication abortion
Spain's Health Ministry will prepare changes to bring medication abortion into primary care. The plan is meant to shorten journeys and give women clearer medical support when they choose this method.
Spain launches major electric vehicle subsidy push for businesses
Spain is rolling out a powerful subsidy program to accelerate electric vehicle adoption among businesses and self-employed workers. The Plan Auto+ Line 2 offers up to €7,500 per van and strict eligibility rules, aiming to reshape the national transport landscape.
Cyclists to Ride Both Ways on One Way Streets in Spanish Cities
From October 2026, Spanish cities will be able to let bicycles travel in both directions on single lane one way streets with a 30 kmh speed limit. The reform marks a major shift in urban mobility rules and cyclist safety.
DGT Refuses to Drop Controversial V16 Beacon Fines
Spain’s DGT will keep its strict V16 beacon rule in place after October’s traffic law changes. Motorists risk fines up to 200 euros for failing to comply, fueling ongoing frustration over mandatory safety equipment.
Madrid housing protest grows into Puerta del Sol camp
A camp has formed in Madrid's Puerta del Sol after a housing march on 26 September 2026. Organisers want urgent action on evictions, rent increases and the proposed "decreto Maricarmen".
Madrid housing protest demands action after Maricarmen eviction
At least 40 Spanish cities joined protests after Maricarmen Abascal was evicted in Madrid. Thousands marched toward Congress, calling for urgent housing measures and government accountability.
Madrid March Puts Maricarmen's Eviction at the Heart of Spain's Housing Fight
Madrid protesters are rallying over Maricarmen's eviction after more than seven decades in one home. Organisers want new tenant safeguards before the Government decides on a housing decree Tuesday.
Maricarmen asks Sánchez to dismantle the system behind her eviction
After being evicted from her Madrid home, Maricarmen Abascal is asking Pedro Sánchez to take the case to the Council of Ministers. She wants a decree that would change the rules behind her eviction.
Maricarmen's eviction tests Spain's housing decree
An 87-year-old woman's eviction has sharpened Spain's housing debate. Pedro Sánchez's Government now needs support in Congress for an urgent decree.
French radio stations demand mandatory FM and DAB in all new cars
French broadcasters are calling on the EU to require FM and DAB+ radios in every new car. As streaming takes over dashboards, the future of free and anonymous radio access is at stake.
Maricarmen Abascal demands action after Madrid eviction
Maricarmen Abascal has asked Pedro Sánchez to change Spain's eviction system after leaving her Madrid home of 71 years. From her hospital bed, she is calling for a new housing decree.
Guardia Civil Refuses to Enforce DGT Speed Limit for Motorcycles on Hard Shoulder
Spain’s new traffic regulation allows motorcycles to ride on the hard shoulder during congestion, but the Guardia Civil has made it clear they will not monitor the 30 km/h speed limit set by the DGT. This gap between law and enforcement leaves riders and drivers facing new uncertainties.
Spain plans faster migrant returns from Ceuta
Spain is preparing emergency rules for Ceuta that would cut asylum and court deadlines and speed returns to Morocco. The plan targets thousands of unresolved cases after the mass crossing on 30 July.
Senate pressed to ratify Spain-France friendship treaty
The Government wants the Senate to clear the treaty before Emmanuel Macron visits Madrid. The PP blocked the agreement, but Spain's Constitutional Court has now confirmed that it complies with the Constitution.
Lleida approves new ban on covering the face in public
Lleida's city council has approved a ban on fully covering the face in public spaces. The rule covers the burka and nicab without naming either garment, with fines of up to 750 euros.
Bolaños Rejects Sumar Bid to Expropriate Maricarmen's Home
Félix Bolaños has rejected Sumar's call to expropriate the Madrid home from which 87-year-old Maricarmen was evicted. He says a new housing decree could reach the Cabinet next Tuesday after talks with Junts and other parties.
Trump restores White House access after court order
CNN MSNOW and Politico returned to the White House after a federal judge intervened. The temporary order protects their access until October 8.
Card payment will be required at all fast EV chargers in Spain from 2027
From January 2027, drivers in Spain, France, and Italy will pay for fast electric car charging with a bank card. The EU will require a rapid charging station every 60 km on main roads, ending the maze of apps and operator cards.
White House defies court order over blocked media access
CNN, Politico and MS NOW reporters were barred from the White House on September 24, 2026, despite a federal order restoring their access. Politico said its credential was seized as the judge demanded an explanation.
Uncertified electric scooters to be banned from Spanish streets by 2027
Starting January 2027, electric scooters and other personal mobility vehicles without official certification will be banned from public roads in Spain. The DGT’s new rules set strict technical standards and require a certificate for every new sale.
EU shops must show new guarantee notices from September
Starting September 27, every shop in the EU will have to put up a clear notice about the legal guarantee on products. The goal is to make consumer rights obvious and stop confusion with extra commercial warranties.
Pepper Spray in Spain Faces Strict Rules After Congress Incident
The expulsion of a deputy from Congress has put pepper spray back in the spotlight. The device is legal in Spain, but only under strict rules on approval, purchase, age and use.
Ana Vázquez expelled from Congress after showing pepper spray
Ana Vázquez was removed from Spain's Congress after showing a canister of pepper spray. The chamber treated it as a weapon and ordered her to hand it over to the authorities.
Used-car sales face stricter EU traceability rules
A new EU regulation changes how used vehicles must be documented. Professional sellers will need reliable lifecycle records before 2028.
Millions of Spanish cars to lose access as new bans hit cities and islands
Spain is about to block millions of older and mid-range cars from city centers and even entire islands. New laws will hit B and C label vehicles hard, with steep fines for those who break the rules.
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