A-5 tunnel link to M-30 faces 43-day traffic closure
Madrid will close the A-5 connection with the M-30 from 10 November to 23 December. The 43-day restriction will divert traffic to surface routes as the final tunnel works are completed.
Madrid will close the A-5 connection with the M-30 from 10 November to 23 December. The 43-day restriction will divert traffic to surface routes as the final tunnel works are completed.
A two-day stoppage across Madrid’s six public universities challenged a funding deal that adds €180 million in 2027. Union estimates put participation high at the Complutense and the UAM, though regional figures were unavailable.
Patricia Fernández Häring died in the Urda rail crash on 28 October. The Madrid architect had more than 25 years of experience and was known for her work on accessibility and social projects.
Antonio Acedo Meneses and Daniel Muñoz Cob died when the AVE 2080 they were driving collided with a stationary Iryo at Urda. Seventeen minutes had passed since Atocha control told them to resume their journey.
PSOE is facing internal conflict as it prepares for the 2027 municipal elections in Madrid. Cancelled primaries and disputes over candidates, including public disagreements in Alcalá de Henares, Leganés and Móstoles, are testing the party's unity.
Madrid’s government is launching 40 new public-private care homes on free municipal land. Operators can earn revenue from external users and private services. The plan faces criticism for expanding private business on public assets.
Móstoles Desarrollo sets a four-year catering budget ceiling of €880,000 for events. The structure covers sushi, jamón with live carving and other gourmet stations. The opposition questions the public benefit of the spending.
Despite official warnings about hazardous air, Madrid’s city center remained busy. Residents and visitors carried on with their daily routines as wildfire smoke worsened pollution. Authorities urged caution, but few followed the advice.
David Lucas, State Secretary for Housing, has died at 58. He paused his duties in June to undergo cancer treatment. His career spanned basic municipal and national roles. The Ministry expressed deep regret over his death.
Madrid’s Popular Party leadership reaffirms support for Móstoles mayor Manuel Bautista after his indictment on allegations of sexual and workplace harassment. Calls for his resignation intensify as the case heads to court.
Óscar López will represent the PSOE in the Madrid regional elections after becoming the only candidate to secure enough endorsements. Silvia López Quivira fell short of the required threshold, exposing internal party dynamics.
Madrid’s regional president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, maintains her support for Móstoles mayor Manuel Bautista. A judge has refused to dismiss the ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual and workplace harassment.
A Madrid court has backed the merger of two investigations into deaths in elderly care homes, contradicting an earlier ruling and potentially affecting more than 80 ongoing cases. The decision has renewed hopes for a single, unified legal process.
A former Móstoles councillor has detailed three alleged sexual harassment incidents involving Mayor Manuel Bautista. She also described party pressure and a lack of support after making an internal complaint. The case has prompted protests and legal maneuvering.
Every Fifth Traffic Ticket in Madrid Is Issued on the M-40. Madrid records a record number of traffic fines on the M-40. Two sections of this road stand out for the number of violations. The report analyzes data for 2024 and also examines other problem areas in the region.
Summer Plant Shelters Gain Popularity in Madrid: How 'Botanical Daycare Centers' Operate. More and more Madrid residents are entrusting their houseplants to special botanical shelters while they're on vacation. Both free and paid services take care of houseplants to protect them from the heat and provide proper care while owners are away.