Tag: Spanish government
EXCLUSIVE PICS: Thousands protest in Malaga demanding dignified pension payouts in Spain
Unions and action groups called on retirees to put pressure on the Spanish government to increase state pension payouts
Spain’s government agrees to whale corridor to protect species’ migratory route
Stretching from the Balearics to the eastern coastlines of Catalunya and Valencia, the 45,000 square kilometre corridor will become a protected area allowing fin whale to migrant to their north Mediterranean feeding grounds in peace.
European Commission slam Spain for not doing enough for electric car renewal
In a new report criticising Spain’s efforts to go green, the Commission says not enough resources are being allocated for long-term plans to encourage car manufacturers to meet goals set by the EU.
Rafael Nadal hits out at Catalunya referendum saying Spain is ‘stronger together’
Nadal issued a stern warning to Catalonia as the tennis legend attacked plans to hold a banned referendum on Catalan independence from Spain.
Protest in Malaga over Greenpeace ship seizure
Hundreds of people are set to protest in Malage over the seizure of Greenpeace's Arctic Sunrise
Spanish Congress votes to protect bullfighting
International animal welfare groups condemn decision
Critics hail latest Spanish labour reform measures ‘timid’
Latest reforms will see the choice of labour contracts available reduced from 41 to five
Reef row dubbed political stunt by creator
No complaints about the reef since its formation in 1973
€40,000 in taxes and fees for Spanish flat owner
A homeowner has been saddled with a huge tax bill just for changing the ownership of his Spanish property
EU attempts to calm border row between Gibraltar and Spain
Officials express concern over ‘clear inconvenience’ caused by delays
Spain credit rating downgraded
Rating falls two notches to BBB+ amid fears recession will deepen further
Contaminated Spanish seafood row
Government in deep water, after covering up warning study on tuna and swordfish