Spain’s former security secretary described “surrealist” meeting between Madrid and Barcelona officials. Spain’s former state secretary for security, José Antonio Nieto, told the Supreme Court on Monday that there were “acts of violence” before, during and after the unauthorized independence referendum held in Catalonia on October 1, 2017. Nieto, who […]
The Interior Ministry is receiving information from officers working on Operation Gallant Phoenix that could serve as evidence against returning fighters Spanish agents in Syria are cooperating with Operation Gallant Phoenix, a U.S.-led effort to identify fighters from Western nations who have joined Islamic State (ISIS) and Al Qaeda-affiliated groups […]
A new decree has been passed that aims to reduce the pay gap and promote greater equality The Spanish Cabinet of the Socialist Party government (PSOE) has approved a legislative decree that aims to fight against gender discrimination in the workplace. The decree, passed on Friday, includes the progressive equalization […]
Budget Irish airline Ryanair is moving some of its aircraft spare parts from the UK to other EU locations amid concerns over customs restrictions in the event of a hard Brexit. The low-cost carrier is taking the precautionary measure moving some parts from their Stansted maintenance hub to Europe so […]
Real Madrid’s failure to replace Cristiano Ronaldo’s goals has contributed to their struggles this season, says midfielder Luka Modric. Real, chasing a fourth European title in a row, host Ajax in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday having won 2-1 in Amsterdam. But they come […]
The agreement sets out stricter rules to determine the tax residency of individuals and businesses. Spain and Britain have reached a deal on tax matters concerning Gibraltar, the British Overseas Territory located in the south of the Iberian peninsula. Madrid and London are set to sign an international agreement setting out stricter […]
Three people aged between 41 & 46 have been arrested by Policia Nacional in Alicante on suspicion of being part of a drug trafficking gang. Officers begain investigations into the operation after noticing unusual activity at a local vehicle workshop. Officers uncovered details that drugs – mainly speed and cocaine […]
Spain is the fifth largest producer of electronic waste in Europe, according to the latest United Nation’s Global E-waste Monitor 2017 report. Old electronics, such as mobile phones and computers, make up the bulk of electronic waste. In 2017 just under 200,000 tonnes of waste was collected for recycling in […]
Spain’s cabinet has approved measures for Britons in Spain to continue living there as now if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. Foreign Minister Josep Borrell said the main purpose was that no-one, British or Spanish, would be left unprotected. Spain estimates that the measures, which would become […]
Madrid is preparing to issue new residency permits for Britons, as well as guaranteeing free healthcare and welfare payments. Spain wants to guarantee the rights of 400,000 British expats living in the country in the event of a no-deal Brexit. The Spanish government announced on Friday it is preparing to […]
The European Union will “apply political pressure” on Venezuela to hold fresh elections and break its current political deadlock, Spanish Foreign Minister Josep Borrell said Friday. Venezuela’s opposition leader Juan Guaido has been recognised as interim leader by some 50 countries, including Spain, but President Nicolas Maduro remains in power […]
According to recent figures, Spain has seen an increase in passengers visiting the country using low-cost travel. The figures, recorded from January 2018 to January 2019, were released by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism. Across Spain, the number of passengers visiting the country in January using low-cost travel […]
