Catalonia’s Far-Right Rise Reshapes Independence Politics as Migration Concerns Grow

By admin September 23, 2026 No comment

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A growing focus on immigration, crime and housing is reshaping politics in Catalonia, with the separatist Aliança Catalana gaining support ahead of the region’s 2028 election. The party, led by Silvia Orriols, is polling behind Spain’s ruling Socialists and has made restricting migration and improving public safety central to its message. Aliança’s rise is creating […]

EU Court Upholds Spain’s Catalan Amnesty Law

By admin July 16, 2026 No comment

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The European Union’s highest court has ruled that Spain’s controversial amnesty law for those involved in Catalonia’s independence movement does not violate EU law. The decision strengthens Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s government, as the legislation was central to securing the support of Catalan separatist parties after the 2023 election. The

Wildfire Disrupts Spain Rail Network Ahead of Heatwave

By admin June 18, 2026 No comment

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A wildfire in northeastern Spain disrupted high-speed rail services between Madrid and Barcelona on Thursday after flames broke out near a railway section in Catalonia. Authorities temporarily suspended train operations in the affected area to allow firefighters to tackle the blaze safely. The disruption comes as Spain prepares for its first major heatwave of the […]

Barcelona Doubles Tourism Tax to Fund Housing

By admin February 25, 2026 No comment

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Barcelona has raised its tourism tax to one of the highest levels in Europe, doubling the levy on hotel guests from 5–7.5 euros to 10–15 euros per night starting in April. The move aims to curb tourist numbers and help finance affordable housing projects, with a quarter of the revenue earmarked for addressing the city’s […]

Five Young People Killed in Apartment Block Fire in Manlleu, Spain

By admin February 17, 2026 No comment

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Five young people have died after a fire broke out in a storage area of a residential building in Manlleu, about 80km north of Barcelona. The blaze started shortly after 21:00 local time on Monday in a five-storey apartment block, according to Catalonia’s fire brigade. Four other people sustained minor injuries in the incident. Authorities […]

Spain Detects New African Swine Fever Cases Outside Barcelona Zone

By admin February 13, 2026 No comment

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Spain has confirmed two new cases of African swine fever in wild boar outside the initial outbreak area near Barcelona, marking the first spread beyond the original containment zone. Regional authorities in Catalonia said the infections were detected near the western towns of El Papiol and Molins de Rei in the Barcelona metropolitan area, prompting […]

Spain Cuts Speed on Madrid-Barcelona Line After Track Fault

By admin January 27, 2026 No comment

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Spanish rail authorities have temporarily reduced the speed limit on a section of the high-speed line between Madrid and Barcelona after a crack was detected on the track 110 km west of Barcelona, between Alcover and l’Espluga de Francolí in Catalonia. Transport Minister Óscar Puente confirmed that the fault does not endanger trains, but the […]

Spain Socialists win Catalan vote as separatists lose ground

By admin May 13, 2024 No comment

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The recent regional election in Catalonia marked a significant shift in the political landscape, with the Socialists, led by Salvador Illa, emerging victorious with 42 seats. This success contrasted with a drop in support for independence to 42%, down from 49% in 2017, signaling a setback for pro-independence parties. Despite the Socialist victory, forming a […]

Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez halts public duties as wife faces inquiry

By admin April 25, 2024 No comment

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has put his public duties on hold to contemplate whether he should continue leading the government. This decision comes after a court initiated a preliminary inquiry into allegations against his wife, Begoña Gómez. The allegations, raised by the anti-corruption group Manos Limpias, suggest influence peddling and corruption. However,

Catalonia: State of emergency declared as region faces worst ever drought

By admin February 2, 2024 No comment

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The Spanish region of Catalonia is grappling with its most severe drought on record, prompting the declaration of a state of emergency. With reservoirs dwindling to just 16% of their capacity, over six million residents across 200 towns, including Barcelona, will be subject to stringent water usage restrictions. Measures include bans on car washing and […]