Tag #Madrid

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Madrid Considers Reconstructing Palacio Xifré on Paseo del Prado

The Ministry of Health building in Madrid, built in 1949, replaced the magnificent Palacio Xifré, whose scattered remnants are now being sought for reconstruction on the Paseo del Prado, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Madrid Hotels: Soaring Profits Amid Stagnant Worker Salaries

Madrid's hotel industry shows a stark contrast between booming profits—with revenues tripling and prices increasing by 61.5% since 2021—and stagnant worker salaries, which only saw a 10% rise, prompting crucial wage negotiations affecting 16,000 employees and potentially influencing other Spanish re...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Madrid's Formula 1 Circuit: €137 Million Contract Awarded Amidst Controversy

Five Spanish construction companies bid for the €137 million contract to build Madrid's temporary Formula 1 circuit, prompting concerns about financial viability and environmental impact, despite the project's aim to avoid repeating Valencia's costly mistakes.

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Madrid Squatting Cases Reignite Political Debate

Recent high-profile squatting cases in Madrid, including the occupation of luxury apartments and a million-euro home, have intensified the political debate, contrasting with the government's earlier downplaying of the issue; the city council is advocating for rapid eviction legislation.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Madrid Squatters Repel Eviction Attempt

In Madrid, Spain, on December 23rd, 2023, squatters in a luxury Carabanchel housing complex successfully repelled an eviction attempt by a private company, Vivenio, resulting in injuries and ongoing police investigation into the illegal sale of the properties by a criminal organization.

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Reduced Inequality
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Madrid Prosecutor Dismisses Complaint over M-40 Crematorium License

The Madrid Provincial Prosecutor's Office dismissed a complaint against Madrid City Council's approval of a crematorium on the M-40, concluding that the licensing process complied with environmental regulations and rejecting claims of wrongdoing.

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A-5 Burial Project Begins: Initial Success Amidst Ongoing Concerns

Madrid launched the A-5 highway burial project on January 15th, resulting in a 26% reduction in rush-hour traffic and a significant increase in public transport usage, despite initial concerns about major congestion.

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A-5 Soterramiento Project Causes Significant Madrid Traffic Delays on First Day

The first day of roadworks for the A-5 highway soterramiento project in Madrid caused significant traffic delays on September 5, 2024, affecting commuters between AlcorcĂłn and Madrid, specifically impacting traffic flow near Cuatro Vientos due to a temporary barrier and causing slowdowns of up to fo...

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Madrid Overwhelmed by Influx of Unaccompanied Minors in 2024

In 2024, Madrid received 2,400 unaccompanied foreign minors, 1,100 arriving via Madrid-Barajas Airport, straining regional resources due to the Spanish government's lack of planning and the minors' arrival through dangerous routes.

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Bolaños-Rodríguez Feud Exposes Deep Political Divisions in Spain

Spanish Minister Félix Bolaños and Madrid Community President's Chief of Staff Miguel Ángel Rodríguez engaged in a public feud, with Bolaños accusing Ayuso of an extravagant lifestyle funded by her partner's alleged embezzlement, while Rodríguez dismissed the accusations.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Madrid Police Investigate Potential Sexual Assault and Robbery

A 55-year-old Spanish woman was found partially undressed and disoriented in Madrid's Olof Palme park on January 3rd, 2024, after a night out; police are investigating a potential sexual assault and robbery, as her purse and its contents were missing.

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Gender Equality
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Madrid Plans 2035 Closure of Las Lomas Incinerator, Contingent on EU Waste Reduction Goals

The Madrid city council plans to close the Las Lomas incinerator by 2035, contingent upon reducing landfill waste from 40% to 10%, aligning with EU regulations; failure to meet this target may delay closure.

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Clean Water and Sanitation