José Antonio Santano
Basque politician and mayor
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- Jul 9
Spanish government uses casting vote to appoint Valencia infrastructure chief amid PP blockade
The Spanish government appointed Vicente Palomo as director of the Valencia Parque Central society using its casting vote, overriding opposition from the PP-led regional and city governments that have blocked the appointment of the government delegate to the board since February.
- Jun 16
Spain advances new long-distance bus concession map with 22% fare cut and direct city routes
The Transport Ministry launched public consultation on 31 long-distance bus corridors, promising a 22% average fare reduction, maintaining all existing stops, and adding direct services between major cities despite objections from the competition watchdog.