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Balearic Vox MP María José Verdú dies aged 58

Vox MP María José Verdú has died aged 58 after a long illness. In her first term in the Balearic Parliament she served as deputy spokesperson and chaired its Health Commission. She also held municipal office in Bunyola.

Leire Díez sues PP over AI video targeting PSOE

Leire Díez has filed a complaint against the PP at Spain’s National Court over an AI-generated video targeting the PSOE. She seeks its removal and asks investigators to identify everyone involved in making and distributing it.

Castilla y León defends tax on large solar parks

Castilla y León says its new levy on large solar parks is intended to keep more economic benefit in host areas. Rooftop systems and plants under 50,000 square metres are exempt; local investment agreements can cut the tax by 30%.

Andalusia’s PP backs Vox motion on housing and migration

The Andalusian Parliament approved a Vox motion with support from the PP, calling for national priority in housing and related aid. It also seeks the repatriation or deportation of some migrants and tax measures targeting non-EU buyers.

IU rejects a tactical withdrawal from Teruel

IU says the Frente Amplio should contest every constituency, including Teruel. It warns that standing aside could give Podemos room to attract voters to the PSOE’s left. Lists can be filed until Monday 26.

Spain opens candidate filing for 29 November election

Parties and coalitions can submit their candidate lists through Monday 26 October. PSOE and Frente Amplio have agreed a joint Senate slate called 'Senado de Progreso', while PP and Vox are still discussing a possible formula.

Lluís Puig returns to Spain after Supreme Court lifts warrants

Lluís Puig has returned to Catalonia after nine years abroad, following the annulment of arrest warrants by Supreme Court judge Pablo Llarena. He is due at Thursday’s Parliament sitting to speak in the chamber and remove the yellow ribbon from his seat.