News Summary: Migration Policy, International Visits, and Current Affairs in Asturias
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Spain has officially expressed its rejection of the European Union's new Return Directive. The Spanish government has sent a letter to European authorities questioning the legality and proportionality of this regulation, which is a key piece of the European Pact on Migration and Asylum. Spanish authorities warn of the risk of prolonged detentions and criticize the proposal to create return centers in third countries.
In the Canary Islands, the visit of Pope Leo XIV to Tenerife this Friday, June 12, has generated a major security deployment. The Pontiff's arrival has caused significant traffic closures on the main roads and areas of the island. Local authorities have asked citizens to check the schedules and affected routes to avoid mobility issues during this historic day.
In the field of regional politics, the Government of Asturias has decided to negotiate regional financing individually with the Ministry of Finance. This decision was made despite a previous agreement with seven other communities to seek a joint consensus. On the other hand, the Principality's Ministry of Health has proposed a new law to protect labor improvements for healthcare workers, with the aim of curbing strikes in the sector.
Regarding the economy and public management, the Tax Agency of Asturias has a new tool to fight tax fraud: the use of digital files of notary deeds. Meanwhile, the engineering company Duro Felguera has decided to freeze negotiations regarding the sale of its Barros workshop. The company is waiting for a judge to decide on its viability plan and is also analyzing the impact of previous sales of its subsidiaries.
Local journalism also highlights stories of success and personal achievement today. Patricia Aguilera, who obtained one of the highest scores in the university entrance exams in 2016, has successfully completed her doctorate in science in Barcelona. Likewise, we learn about the case of Arancha García, a biologist who decided to leave her job at a large multinational to start a rural tourism and health project called Tierra del Agua.
Finally, the cultural and festive agenda offers several options for this Friday. In Oviedo, journalist Elisa Beni will offer a political analysis at the Club La Nueva España at 7:30 p.m. Additionally, in Cangas de Onís, the main days of the San Antonio de Padua festivities begin. These celebrations, declared of Regional Tourist Interest, include religious events, music, and activities for the whole family.