Andalucia's New Planning Law
18 January 2026
A recent major change in planning laws has resulted in a relaxation of the formerly restrictive rules, especially in rural areas.
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The Beckham Law - A Favourable Tax Regime
18 January 2026
A special tax regime was introduced in Spain to attract high-earning professionals. David Beckham was one of the first to benefit from it and the press named it after him.
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Spanish Timetable - Out Of Step?
18 January 2026
How does Spain's daily timetable for eating and shopping differ from its neighbours?
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US & Canadian Citizens - Is Buying In Spain Possible?
18 January 2026
For non-EU citizens buying in Spain is perfectly possible - with certain caveats.
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Illegal (Unregistered) Extensions in Andalucía
10 June 2026
Does waiting six years before declaring them make them automatically legal?
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Moorish Ceramics - A Living Art
18 January 2026
Granada has a long history and unique style of ceramic production. Designs and colours dating from the Middle Ages are still in use today.
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Spain's High Speed Rail Network
18 January 2026
An important aspect of the modernisation of Spain has been the extensive investment in high-speed trains. Second only to China in the distance covered, much of the network runs on green energy.
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The Madraza of Granada: Spain's First University
10 June 2026
Founded in 1349 by the Nasrid ruler Yusuf I, the same enlightened monarch responsible for many of the finest additions to the Alhambra, the new madrasa was created to teach theology, law, mathematics, astronomy, medicine and philosophy.
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Spain's Reservoirs: From Drought to Plenty
10 June 2026
Following successive periods of heavy rainfall, Spain's reservoirs have undergone one of the most dramatic recoveries in living memory. Across much of the country, water reserves have returned to levels that would have seemed wildly optimistic only a few years ago, easing concerns for agriculture, hydroelectric generation and domestic water supplies.
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Towards A Sustainable Future
18 January 2026
Andalucia is at the forefront of installing renewable energy sources - both solar and wind power.
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Spain's Startup Visa: Residence Without Capital Investment
8 June 2026
Becoming resident in any European Union country for those not possessing a European passport is increasingly difficult. One way is to establish a new business based in the country.
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Taxation On Purchasing A Property
17 January 2026
As in all countries when purchasing a property, the Spanish government takes the opportunity to penalise the buyer by imposing a tax on the purchase. The tax varies from time to time and from autonomous region to autonomous region.
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