The Latest Breaking News from Carolina Darias

Spain to scrap mandatory masks on public transport on Feb. 7

Spain, one of the last countries in Europe to still require people to wear masks on public transport to prevent the spread of COVID-19, will likely lift the obligation on Feb. 7, Health Minister Carolina Darias said on Thursday.

Reuters · Jan 26, 2023

Spain Covid rules as face masks urged in tourist hotspot amid spread of new strains

While no laws have been implemented, people in certain parts of Spain are being asked to consider face masks in crowded areas.

Daily Record · Jan 23, 2023

Covid rules for travellers shifting worldwide

China may be reopening, allowing its 1.4 billion people to come and go largely without restrictions, but just as it is, more and more countries are tightening measures for travellers from the world’s second-biggest economy, concerned the tsunami of virus cases there may spawn new Covid variants.

Bangkok Post · Jan 5, 2023

Spain changes covid travel rules again amid surging cases

Spanish health minister Carolina Darias said coronavirus health controls will be stepped up at airports in Spain

Liverpool Echo · Dec 30, 2022

Spain to require travellers from China test negative for COVID or be fully vaccinated

People travelling from China to Spain will be required to test negative for COVID-19 or prove they have been fully vaccinated against the disease, Spain's top health official said on Friday.

Reuters · Dec 30, 2022

Brits holidaying in Spain must continue to wear masks on public transport

Face masks are no longer mandatory in the majority of settings in Spain, but they are still required on buses, trains, airplanes, metros and taxis

Daily Mirror · Oct 7, 2022

Spanish minister issues urgent covid advice to UK tourists as cases rise

People heading to Spain on their holidays from the UK are being warned that covid cases are rising. And now those visiting, as well as those living there, are being asked to take caution.

Glasgow Live · Jul 7, 2022

Spain entry requirements listed as rules for Irish holidaymakers to change just in time for summer holidays

Hospitalisations due to covid are down to just 3.5% as the Omicron wave begins to settle down

Irish Mirror · Apr 7, 2022

Spain to mostly ditch indoor mask wearing from April 20

Spain will lift a requirement to wear face masks indoors except on public transport and in hospitals and retirement homes from April 20, Health Minister Carolina Darias said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Apr 6, 2022