Canarian Government Steps In With 149K For Famara Property Reform
The famous Casa del Cura at Famara, which was gifted to the Church by Luis Ramírez in the early 20th century, will receive a grant for a reformation expected to start un the next few weeks. The Dioceses has completely neglected the iconic property since taking ownership, and that has resulted in major repairs being needed to it’s unique facade.
GDP Growth Expected In 2026 For Canaries
The Canary Islands’ GDP is forecast to grow by 2.0% in 2026, making it the fifth fastest growing region of Spain, behind Madrid, The Balearics, Andalusia and Catalonia.
2025 Best Year For Housing Construction
2025 is already the best year for construction of new housing on the island since 2009. The First Canary Islands Housing Congress highlighted the priority of finding real solutions to the archipelago’s housing problem. Representatives from the private and public sectors met to conduct an assessment aimed at addressing what is considered a top priority for Canarian society.
Cement Truck Accident At Airport
A cement truck ended up on it’s side after an accident at the airport entry road early on Wednesday morning. The driver was taken to hospital with a head injury.
Sánchez Announces Rent Non Payment Incentives For Landlords
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced plans to approve a royal decree that will help owners in the face of non-payments of rent, to encourage more owners to offer their properties for long term rental. He also announced that progress has been made on the decree that dramatically speed up the process of evicting tenants from properties.
Diving Centre For Puerto Del Carmen Goes Out To Tender
The long discussed diving centre at Playa Chica is moving closer to reality after Tias announced it will go to tender, with a price expected to be around 1.4 Million Euros. The centre will have changing rooms, lockers and hot showers.
Press Launch Of Renault 4 In Lanzarote
Around 35 motoring journalists are heading to Lanzarote this week to spend time learning about, and driving the new electric Renault 4. The original 1960’s Renault 4L, as it was known, sold over 8 million cars and was hugely popular here in Spain, where it was known affectionately as “Cuatro latas” or “four cans.”
Banners Against Buggies
A large banner appeared on the LZ1 earlier this week, proclaiming “Tourists Yes, Buggies No.” A press release stated the banner had been created by the people of Guatiza as a complaint about the buggies that they say are causing dust and damage to rural roads and crops.
We’ll add more news here as it comes in this week…..
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