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Google Made Your Shopping More Expensive

When prices rise, we’re often told it’s down to inflation, fuel costs, or supply issues. But there’s another hidden factor that rarely gets mentioned: the cost of online advertising. And in Europe, one company has been driving those costs

Letter To Bank Regarding Expired Tie And Residency Rights

There is a letter in English for your understanding and a letter in Spanish for your bank. May need to open in word to edit or copy and paste.   TIE_Residency_Bank_Letter_EN_Template   TIE_Residency_Bank_Letter_ES_Template

Healthcare Cover For Visitors To Spain

There are unconfirmed media reports that Spain now requires UK tourists to show private travel insurance on arrival or risk fines up to €6,900. This has not been confirmed by the Spanish government or the UK Foreign Office. No official policy

European Accessibility Act Enters Into Force

The entry into force of the European Accessibility Act (EU Directive 2019/882) marks an important step towards achieving a truly accessible Europe. As of 28 June, the emergency number 112, banks, public transport and other products and services

Where To Go For Help With Labour Problems In Spain

If you’re having problems at work, whether it’s unfair dismissal, unpaid wages, unsafe working conditions, or issues with your contract, you don’t always need to go through a union to get help. You can report your concerns directly to the

Council Of Ministers Sends Draft Law On Working Hours To Congress

The Spanish Government approves a reduction in the working week from 40 to 37.5 hours, the first reduction since 1983. This measure will benefit 12.5 million workers, of whom 10.5 million are full-time and 2 million are part-time. Breaking it do

Legal Framework In Spain For Abandoned Or Dangerous Properties 

Legal Framework in Spain for Abandoned or Dangerous Properties   Ley del Suelo y Rehabilitación Urbana (Land and Urban Rehabilitation Law) This national law (currently Real Decreto Legislativo 7/2015) allows municipalities to take action i

When Ai Gets It Wrong: The Human Cost Of Algorithmic Error

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction. It has already crept into our lives, often quietly, modifying what we see online, determining which documents are accepted or rejected, and increasingly playing a role in li

How To Safeguard Your Money: Avoiding Financial Investment Scams With Spain Info’s Help

Financial scams have become an increasing concern in Spain, with many individuals losing their life savings to fraudulent investment schemes. Scammers operate by posing as legitimate financial institutions, investment companies, or advisors, pro

Closing Your Spanish Bank Account From Abroad

We are aware that if you ask at your bank, you will be told that you must visit the branch to close the account. Inconvenient and often impossible to those who are now no longer residing in Spain.  There are no laws or regulations in relation t
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