Author: William Chislett

A former correspondent of The Times of London in Madrid and then the Financial Times in Mexico writes a monthly article (Inside Spain) for the Elcano Royal Institute. Elcano published four of his books on Spain. He also covered Turkey for the Institute.

Inside Spain (17 November-16 December)

William Chislett
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COVID-19 incidence rate drops to almost 200, but still far from target of 25.

New education law reignites language wars.

Pro-independence Catalan parties set to win 50% of votes in upcoming election.

Government secures sufficient votes for parliament’s approval of 2021 budget.

Spain in 14th position in new human development index.

Inside Spain (19 October-17 November)

William Chislett

Venezuelan opposition leader flees to Madrid.

Most regions seal off their borders as virus pandemic cases remain high.

Government sees off no-confidence vote amid deepening divisions in the right.

2021 budget finally unveiled with tax rises for rich and hike in social spending.

Cellnex buys CK Hutchison’s European towers for €10 billion.

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