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Spanish Official's Book Exposes Challenges in Communicating Equality Initiatives

Soledad Murillo's book, "Supervivencia de las políticas de igualdad," details how the Spanish government's decision to limit her public appearances in 2018 hindered the communication of key equality initiatives, such as new paternity leave and support for children of incarcerated abusive parents, hi...

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Illa Faces Corruption Questions in Parlament, Emerges Unscathed

Catalan President Salvador Illa faced questioning in the Parlament about corruption allegations linked to mask procurement during the pandemic; despite initial concerns, the debate concluded with no significant consequences for Illa due to lack of evidence linking him to illegal activities, though h...

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Spanish Congress Approves Stricter Regulations to Curb Disruptive Behavior

The Spanish Congress passed a new regulation to address disruptive behavior, introducing a three-tiered infraction system with sanctions ranging from warnings to credential revocation, following months of controversy and incidents, including those marked by racism in Torre Pacheco.

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Calvo-Sotelo's Brief but Pivotal Premiership: Navigating Crisis and Consolidation in Post-Franco Spain

Leopoldo Calvo-Sotelo's 21-month term as Spain's Prime Minister (1981-1982) was defined by managing the aftermath of a coup attempt, combating ETA terrorism, navigating a severe economic crisis with 15% inflation, and overseeing Spain's entry into NATO, while also grappling with internal party confl...

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PP Accused of Misusing State Power in Montoro Case

Minister Óscar López accuses the PP of using the tax agency to threaten dissenters and favor companies, highlighting the Montoro case and broader allegations of corruption and abuse of power within the party, including illegal financing and spying on political rivals.

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Spanish Civil Guard's DAO Accused of Interference in Government Investigations

The Deputy Chief Operating Officer of the Spanish Civil Guard, Manuel Llamas, is accused of repeatedly interfering in investigations involving the Prime Minister and his associates, causing tension within the UCO and raising concerns about political influence and potential obstruction of justice.

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Spanish Unions Rally for Stalled Workday Reduction Bill

Spain's CC OO and UGT unions rallied over 1,000 delegates in Madrid on Tuesday, demanding public pressure on parliamentarians to pass a stalled workday reduction bill, facing opposition from right-wing parties holding a majority in Congress and planning further mobilization post-summer.

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ERC Rejects Rufián's Plurinational Coalition Proposal

ERC rejected Gabriel Rufián's proposal for a plurinational left-wing coalition for the upcoming Spanish general elections, despite the success of a similar coalition in the 2024 European elections which received 855,985 votes (4.93%).

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Podemos-Junts Clash Over Catalan Immigration Powers

Podemos vehemently opposes transferring immigration powers to Catalonia, fearing racist practices by the Mossos d'Esquadra, while Junts insists it's crucial for Catalan autonomy, accusing Podemos of prioritizing Spanish nationalism, creating a major conflict that threatens the ongoing negotiations b...

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Spanish Cultural and Political Figures Rally Behind President Sánchez Amidst Accusations of Conspiracy

One hundred prominent Spanish figures, including celebrities and former officials, publicly declared support for President Pedro Sánchez, accusing judges of biased investigations, media of misinformation, and the opposition of a conspiratorial campaign to destabilize the government.

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Catalonia's preferential financing agreement exacerbates regional inequality in Spain

The Spanish government's agreement with Catalonia on "singular financing" has validated the nationalist narrative of historical underfunding, despite evidence showing Catalonia's funding is average, exacerbating regional disparities and potentially fueling further separatist movements.

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Spanish Officials Deny Involvement in Bid-Rigging Scheme

Former Adif president Isabel Pardo de Vera and former director general of Highways Javier Herrero denied involvement in a bid-rigging scheme investigated by the Guardia Civil, facing potential travel bans and passport withdrawals as precautionary measures. The investigation involves alleged crimes o...

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