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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
UK weather: Brits to bask in glorious sunshine this weekend with ‘Iberia heat' sending temps to 26C – but only for some
Countless areas are expected to enjoy above-average temperatures for this time of year SOAK IT UP UK weather: Brits to bask in glorious sunshine this weekend with 'Iberia heat' sending temps to 26C – but only for some SOME Brits could be set to enjoy temperatures as high as 26C this weekend as "Iberian heat" rolls in alongside glorious sunshine. The Met Office has forecast that the jet stream, which is coming up from the Atlantic Ocean, will allow warm air to be drawn up from the Iberian Peninsula, carrying it to the UK. Advertisement 6 Swans and cows enjoying the sunshine in Avon Valley, Hampshire, yesterday Credit: Alamy 6 Holidaymakers taking in the sun at a beach in Polzeath, Cornwall, yesterday Credit: Alamy 6 Brits basking in the sunshine in Parliament Square, London, earlier this month Credit: Alamy This could lead to above-average temperatures across parts of Britain, while some other areas could be in for showers and cloudy conditions this weekend. Met Office Meteorologist Alex Deakin explained that the "reasonably active" jet stream "may well tap into some real warmth from Iberia as we head into Friday and Saturday." He added: "Temperatures across the south - where it warms up on Friday - could get to 24C, 25C, maybe even 26C." The Iberian Peninsula, which includes Spain and Portugal, typically enjoys far warmer weather than the UK - and so winds carried over from this region are expected to help heat up southern and eastern England. Advertisement Alex added that as we head into Saturday, parts of central England could also experience higher temperatures, pushing towards the 26C mark. He said: "By the time we get to Saturday, that warmth extends further north across more parts of central and eastern England - so we'll see temperatures more widely over 20c and into the mid-20s in parts of eastern England." However, this warmth won't be for everyone, due to winds coming in from the west and south west. Alex explained these winds would mean that western areas in the UK wouldn't feel "as warm". Advertisement However, he added: "It'll still feel quite warm and humid everywhere as we head towards the end of this week. "But temperatures [will have] quite a contrast - it is going to warm up but only for some." 6 Countless locals and visitors were spotted soaking in the sun on the beach at West Bay in Dorset yesterday Credit: Alamy 6 Holidaymakers on the pier enjoying the hot afternoon sunshine at the seaside resort of West Bay in Dorset yesterday Credit: Alamy Advertisement 6 People fighting windy and wet conditions on Tuesday while crossing Westminster Bridge, London Credit: Alamy While temperatures are likely to be above-average across East Anglia and the south east, conditions are expected to be average for this time of year in the west of the UK, Alex said. In terms of sunshine, much of the south and east are expected to bask in glorious bright conditions, while western and northern areas are hit with clouds and scattered showers. Alex added: "If we see some sunshine on Saturday, it will really feel quite warm in these eastern areas." Advertisement He explained western areas will likely not feel the sunshine this weekend, as an area of low pressure from the west brings "more cloud and more rain". By Sunday, there are expected to be scattered showers across parts of the north of England and Scotland, while southern areas should remain largely dry. This comes just days after Brits were soaked in a washout Bank Holiday Monday, with temperatures having dropped to as low as -5C in some regions. Thunderstorms hit across the UK, with one area - in and around the River Mimram in Hertfordshire - being issued with a flood alert. Advertisement It followed the driest start to the spring in nearly six decades.
Web Release
4 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
CARMA Expands to Spain to Support Organisations in Managing Reputation and Media Presence
CARMA, a global leader in media monitoring, analysis, and reputation management, has officially announced the launch of its latest office in Madrid, Spain. This strategic expansion provides organisations across Spain with access to CARMA's advanced media intelligence solutions, supporting smarter decision-making and stronger reputation management. Spain's dynamic economy is driving a growing demand for accurate, timely, and actionable media insights. CARMA's services, from monitoring and measurement to deep analysis, are ideally positioned to meet these needs. By delivering meaningful data and expert interpretation, CARMA empowers clients in Spain to achieve stronger outcomes in a competitive media environment. To drive its operations in Spain, CARMA has appointed Antonio Buades de Armenteras as Country Manager, supported by Filipe Manuel Pereira, General Manager Iberia, Latam and Sub-Saharan Africa. Antonio Buades brings 30 years of professional experience across media, hospitality and the distribution sector. Antonio has held many senior roles of note, including Chief Sales Officer for Grupo Prisa in Latin America, Director of International Business at Prisa Radio and Commercial Director of Cadena SER. A Strong Leadership Team to Drive CARMA's Success in Spain CARMA's commitment to the Spanish market is further demonstrated through its investment in a locally-based, dedicated sales and marketing team. Noelia Moncho Rojo, appointed as Senior Business Developer Executive, will play a central role in building relationships with prospective clients and showcasing the strategic value of CARMA's solutions. With a 100% focus on the Spanish market, Noelia brings energy, industry knowledge, and a consultative approach that will ensure businesses understand how media intelligence can drive both commercial and reputational success. Working closely alongside her, Pilar Jiménez, Marketing Executive for Iberia, will support brand visibility and client engagement, ensuring CARMA's offerings resonate across sectors. 'We are proud to expand into Spain, this illustrates CARMA's mission to increase market share and to become the global leader in media intelligence. Under the direct and very experienced management of Antonio Buades and Filipe Manuel Pereira, we are well-positioned to help Spanish businesses succeed with their reputation management and strategic decision-making,' stated Timothy Webb, CEO Europe and the Americas at CARMA.
Reuters
5 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Portugal wants EU to pressure reluctant France on power connections
CASCAIS, Portugal, May 27 (Reuters) - The EU must enforce common market rules to integrate the Iberian peninsula's power grid into wider Europe, overcoming France's reluctance to add interconnections, Portugal said on Tuesday, after a massive blackout hit the peninsula last month. The blackout, which started in Spain and also left mainland Portugal without electricity on April 28, could have been less crippling had the two countries had more interconnections to resume power supplies rather than just relying on their own power plants, according to experts and officials. Last Wednesday, the energy ministers of Spain and Portugal sent a letter to the EU energy commissioner Dan Jorgensen asking him to step in. "France has a lot of nuclear energy and does not have a great interest in importing cheaper renewable energy from Iberia," Portuguese Energy Minister Maria da Graca Carvalho told reporters on the sidelines of an event in Cascais, near Lisbon. But the European Commission can "pressure" France to comply with the rules of the EU electricity market, she added. "If we (Portugal) do something that is considered a barrier to the internal market, the Commission wastes no time in sending us a letter with a warning. So we expect the same attitude towards France," Carvalho said. Iberia lags behind the EU's target for all countries to have 15% of their energy system interconnected to the broader European network by 2030, with its share stuck at just 3%. Works to strengthen an existing interconnector between France and Spain are expected to wrap up this year, while a new underwater power line spanning the Bay of Biscay is set to be completed by 2028. Although French grid operator RTE has studied the feasibility of building two additional interconnections with Spain over the Pyrenees, Carvalho said they are not part of France's new plan until 2035, which she said "worries" her.
Travel Daily News
5 days ago
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Iberia 's activity in Spain contributed 13bn euros to GDP in 2024
Iberia contributed 13.2 billion euros to Spain's GDP in 2024, supporting over 177,000 jobs and enhancing social impact through global connectivity. Iberia's operations generated 13.227 billion euros in Spain's GDP, representing 0.87% of the national GDP and more than 177,469 jobs, or 0.9% of total employment in Spain, according to a report by PwC. The corporate contribution of Iberia amounted to 4.388 billion euros in GDP and over 34,000 jobs, while passenger spending contributed 8.839 billion euros and 142,987 jobs. Iberia's purpose is to generate prosperity by connecting people with the world. The airline collaborates with around 20 non-profit organizations on projects primarily focused on child health, education, disability, refugees, at-risk groups, and humanitarian emergency aid. Tourism is one of Spain's main engines of job creation and wealth, and aviation is a key player in generating prosperity in the communities where it operates. The international consulting firm PwC conducted a study on the Iberia Group's activity and its impact on Spain's economy and employment. In 2024, the airline's corporate contribution was 4.388 billion euros to Spain's GDP and 34,482 full-time jobs. 8 billion euros and 143,000 jobs In 2024, 31.7 million passengers flew with the Iberia Group, including 8.1 million tourists arriving in Spain – 5.8 million of them international, mainly from the United States, France, Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Brazil, and Colombia. The spending by these tourists contributed 8.839 billion euros to Spain's GDP and 142,987 full-time jobs, primarily in hospitality, retail, and cultural and leisure activities. In total, Iberia's activity generated 13.227 billion euros in GDP in Spain, representing 0.87% of the national GDP and more than 177,469 jobs, or 0.9% of national employment, as confirmed by the PwC report. This figure was obtained using the Social Accounting Matrix (SAM) methodology, based on the Input-Output model, which quantifies the direct, indirect, and induced impacts generated by the company's activity and the tourists it transports. In other words, the airline contributes to the economy through its own operations and by facilitating the arrival of passengers who generate added value through spending on accommodation, transport, hospitality, and leisure, among others. Compared to 2019, when PwC conducted its first report, the Iberia Group has increased its total GDP impact by 3.921 billion euros and its employment impact by 13,263 full-time jobs. 'These figures show the aviation sector's contribution to society, and particularly Iberia's, which brings our purpose to life: generating prosperity by connecting people with the world,' explains Diego Fernández, Strategy, Transformation, and Sustainability Director at Iberia. Generating prosperity by connecting people with the world Iberia is a company committed to social progress and positive social impact in the communities where it operates. Its goal is to generate prosperity by connecting people with the world, and to measure this impact, PwC used the theory of change. Connectivity, both international and domestic, is a key element for society. The Latin American community is the second-largest foreign population group in Spain, after Europeans, accounting for 28% of the total. As a result, Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina are Iberia's top three markets in terms of passenger volume, with three daily flights between these capitals and Madrid. The Iberia Group is also one of the main promoters of national territorial cohesion, especially in connecting the mainland with the islands, as island routes account for 29% of the Iberia Group's domestic routes. With the same goal of generating prosperity, the airline currently collaborates with around 20 non-profit organizations on projects focused on child health, education, disability, refugees, at-risk groups, and humanitarian emergency aid. The Iberia Group also offers 100% of its flights free of charge to the National Transplant Organization (ONT) for organ transport. 'At Iberia, we believe flying goes beyond connecting destinations: it's about connecting people and creating opportunities. That's why we work with around 20 organizations to support projects that improve the lives of those most in need. From child health to the inclusion of vulnerable groups, we strive to ensure our activity has a positive social impact wherever we operate,' says Sonia Sánchez, Communications, Institutional Relations, and Social Impact Director at Iberia.
Local Spain
5 days ago
- Business
- Local Spain
Spain-US flight links bolstered by new Boston routes
Two new direct flight routes between the United States and Spain have launched over the past days, improving the offering for passengers travelling between the two countries. American low-cost airline JetBlue Airways on Tuesday began its venture into the Spanish market by linking Boston to Madrid, a route which Spain's flagship carrier Iberia already operates. The American airline's intentions are to continue growing in Spain, starting with maintaining year-round operations to Boston Logan International Airport, which for now will operate daily until October 25th. For its part Iberia intends to double its service offering by 2024 with two daily flights to Boston from Madrid, making this route even more regular and hopefully lead to more competitive prices. JetBlue's head Marty St. George is confident that the strong demand for premium leisure activities from the United States to Spain will ensure this route continues into the 2026/2027 season. The decision to open more destinations in Spain in the future, where the next logical route could be Madrid-New York, will depend on the success of its flights from Boston. "If we have sustainable success in Boston, we'll undoubtedly look for other opportunities, and connecting Boston or New York to Barcelona is also an obvious option." Another American airline, Delta Air Lines, has recently beaten JetBlue to it with its new Boston-Barcelona flight, with the route being launched only last Thursday. Delta will connect Barcelona's El Prat and Boston's Logan airports with three weekly flights, therefore competing with Iberia, Level and Vueling, which already fly directly between the two cities. Barcelona is one of Delta's hubs in Europe as the airline links the Catalan capital to New York thanks to two daily flights, as well as Atlanta with ten flights a week. Delta also operates the Madrid-New York JFK and Madrid-Atlanta routes with seven weekly flights respectively, and no signs of either stopping anytime soon. As things stand, direct flights to the US from Spain fly to Boston, New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Orlando, Charlotte, Dallas and Atlanta.
