Campaign to save iconic Puppy sculpture at Guggenheim Bilbao
An eye-catching and iconic feature at the entrance to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao that has been displayed for over 24 years is at risk,...
Steph Osborn
Spanish TikTok star under investigation over unprotected sex and consent comments
Spanish TikTok star, Naim Darrechi, is facing an investigation after controversial comments about unprotected sex and consent in a recent video that has shocked many of...
Spain aims to become ‘EU hub for electromobility’ with recovery funding
More of the government’s plans to boost the economy with the EU’s pandemic recovery funds have been confirmed this week by Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez,...
Campaign to reduce meat consumption in Spain sparks debate
Spaniards are being urged to eat less meat, following the launch of a campaign by the country’s consumer affairs minister, sparking debate in a nation...
Spain’s ‘Start-up Law’ aims to attract investment and international workers
New draft laws have been published this week to encourage entrepreneurs to relocate to Spain and compete on an international stage, along with attracting foreign...
Spain approves draft bill on sexual consent – the ‘Only Yes Means Yes’ law
The Spanish government has approved a new draft bill regarding sexual consent this week, that is aimed at eradicating sexual violence and harassment against women. The...
Last day to exchange any remaining pesetas in circulation to euros
Today (30 June) is the last day to exchange any remaining pesetas into euros. Those still in possession of the original Spanish currency have been...
Mobile World Congress in Barcelona: biggest trade show in the Covid era
The Mobile World Congress took place this last week in Barcelona, after last year’s cancelled edition, and it has been the biggest trade show in...
Balearic Islands added to UK’s ‘green’ list, but rest of Spain stays on ‘amber’
Latest: Coronavirus in Spain figures (7 July) The UK has added Spain’s Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, as well as Malta, Madeira and some...
VAT on electricity more than halved in response to escalating prices
The Spanish government has confirmed a significant reduction in IVA (VAT) on electricity, more than halving the existing rate of 21% to just 10%. The...
