Can I activate my replacement iPhone (UK) in Spain?

Last week, my iPhone 5 was stolen in Spain (my fault; who leaves their phone on the table in the middle of a crowded Starbucks?) and I have had news this morning from my insurers that they've accepted my claim for a replacement. Said replacement will be sent to my parents in the UK and they will then have it sent to me, in Spain.
My question is this: who needs to "activate" the iPhone? My parents already have the replacement SIM from Orange. If they send everything directly to me, will I be able to activate it myself with iTunes? Or do I need to ask that they activate it on the UK network for me before sending it? I've tried to find the answer online, but there's a lot of conflicting information. Some say that it's possible, others say otherwise...
I'm not sure if the replacement handset will be unlocked or not. I assume it may be.
Any information appreciated!
Thank you.

when your phone is stolen in spain that time it works with same orange?
if yes than this new one is also works..

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