The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office updated its Spain travel advice on 28 October after two high-speed trains collided between Mora and Orgaz in Toledo province. It expects significant rail disruption. Affected passengers can contact Renfe, while British nationals needing consular support can call the nearest embassy or consulate. The guidance also covers insurance and travel through France or Gibraltar.
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Mijas promoted 12 golf courses, food, nature and its coast at the World Travel Market in London. Mayor Ana Mata said British visitors are the town’s largest foreign market, with winter a key golf season. The 2026 campaign also covers health tourism, while the Mijas Lab group is studying an annual food event.
Pedro Sánchez put economy minister Carlos Cuerpo in temporary charge of Transport on Wednesday after Óscar Puente resigned over the Urda crash. Cuerpo will hold the post until the 29 November election. The Government’s €30 million aid decree and its rail safety plans remain in force while inquiries continue.
Spain will cut Madrid–Seville high-speed trains until a safety review ends and ERTMS Level 2 is ready. Orders made without automatic train protection will need a second controller’s approval, while Renfe has set a 40 km/h cap. The plan follows the Urda crash, which killed 69 people. Óscar Puente announced it before resigning.
Óscar Puente resigned as transport minister on 3 November and withdrew from the general election. His departure followed the Urda crash, which killed 69 people, and the separate Adamuz disaster. Hours earlier, he presented safeguards that include a second check on control-room decisions and fewer Madrid–Seville services during a safety review.
Spain will cut Madrid–Seville high-speed services until a safety review ends and ERTMS Level 2 starts. A second controller must check orders when automatic systems fail. Renfe has set a 40 km/h limit in those cases. The government will also cap alternative travel and linked hotel prices while the line remains closed.