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Election campaign winds up

Today will be the last day of campaigning for the Spanish General Election which takes place on Sunday. Tomorrow will be a “day of reflection” upon which campaigning is banned.

Face mask law to be lifted

As of next week, face masks will no longer be compulsory in Spanish hospitals, health centres, chemists and other health-related environments.

Sánchez calls election

Spain will vote for the second time in less than two months, following Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's decision to call a snap General Election on July 23rd.

Heatwave laws

The Spanish government has announced that it will prohibit workers from working outdoors during extremely hot weather.

Sexual assault law amended

Spain’s parliament yesterday amended the “Only Yes is Yes” law on sexual assault after a loophole had caused the early release of more than 100 sex offenders.

Spain frees “Bad Bank” homes

The Spanish Government has approved plans to make thousands of homes owned by the “Bad Bank” available. On Lanzarote, the total of properties available is 81.

New Spanish Tourism and Health Ministers

Spain's President, Pedro Sánchez, has appointed new Tourism and Health ministers in a small cabinet reshuffle.

UK drivers licence agreement reached

The Brits in Spain Facebook page have just announced that an agreement has been approved by Spain’s Consejo de Ministros, allowing UK licence holders to exchange their licences for a Spanish one without having to take a test.

New animal law criticised

On Thursday, the Spanish government approved a new animal welfare law that brings in many strict new requirements. However, the law has not gone far enough for many.

Mask law lifted on buses and planes

From today, face masks are no longer compulsory on public transport and planes in Spain.