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Spain Faces Key Political Decisions: Regularization of Foreigners, Railway Safety, and Basque Autonomy
Table of Contents
- Spain Faces Key Political Decisions: Regularization of Foreigners, Railway Safety, and Basque Autonomy
- Immigration Regularization set for Approval
- Transport Minister Faces Scrutiny Over Railway Crash Plan
- Government’s Pension Decree Faces Parliamentary Hurdles
- Sánchez and Pradales to Discuss Basque Demands
- puigdemont’s appeal Rejected by Constitutional Court
- Servinabar Administrator Testifies in Navarra Inquiry
Spain is poised for a day of significant political developments, including a controversial plan to regularize undocumented immigrants, scrutiny of railway safety protocols, and high-level talks regarding regional autonomy. These issues will be at the forefront as the government navigates a complex parliamentary landscape on Tuesday, January 27.
Immigration Regularization set for Approval
The Council of Ministers is expected to approve the initiation of a royal decree aimed at the “remarkable regularization of foreigners” currently residing in Spain.This measure, reached in agreement with the Podemos party, signals a potential shift in immigration policy.The move is likely to spark debate regarding its economic and social implications, as well as its impact on existing labour market dynamics.
Transport Minister Faces Scrutiny Over Railway Crash Plan
The Permanent Deputation of Congress – the body functioning in place of a full parliamentary session – will determine whether to compel Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, to appear before lawmakers. The request, submitted by the PP (Popular Party), centers on the status of a railway crash plan mandated by the Sustainable Mobility Law.This comes amid heightened concerns regarding rail safety and preparedness for potential accidents.
Government’s Pension Decree Faces Parliamentary Hurdles
As Congress reconvenes for an extraordinary plenary session, the government will attempt to secure parliamentary support for a decree-law raising pensions. However, officials acknowledge they currently lack sufficient votes for validation, highlighting the challenges of governing with a minority. The outcome of this vote will be a key indicator of the government’s ability to advance its legislative agenda.
Sánchez and Pradales to Discuss Basque Demands
president of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, will meet with Lehendakari Imanol Pradales, the head of the Basque regional government, at the La Moncloa palace. Discussions are expected to focus on outstanding issues, notably the transfer of competencies – or “transfers” – sought by the Basque Executive. This meeting represents a crucial opportunity to address long-standing tensions and foster greater cooperation between the central government and the Basque region.
puigdemont’s appeal Rejected by Constitutional Court
the Constitutional Court is anticipated to dismiss the petition filed by former Catalan President Carles puigdemont to lift the national arrest warrant issued by the Supreme Court. This decision effectively maintains the legal constraints on Puigdemont’s return to Spain, continuing a complex chapter in the Catalan independence movement.
Antxon Alonso, the administrator of servinabar, is scheduled to appear before the Investigation Commission of the Parliament of Navarra. Lawmakers will seek to clarify the company’s role in a broader investigation conducted by the UCO (Special Anti-Corruption Unit), specifically concerning the construction of the Belate tunnel. The testimony is expected to shed light on potential irregularities and illicit activities related to the project.
These developments underscore a busy day for Spanish politics, with significant implications for immigration, infrastructure, regional autonomy, and the ongoing legal battles surrounding catalan independence.
