Extension of state of alarm and lockdown once again likely
Spain's president to address congress next Wednesday, as top Catalan scientist asks for exceptional measures to last until May 10
April 15, 2020 12:40 PM
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Catalan government Q&A for citizens to help stop coronavirus spread
Updated answers on what's open and what's closed, when you're allowed to leave home, and what services are guaranteed, in English
April 15, 2020 11:55 AM
What do I have to do to obtain a free facemask?
Check out our guide to all you need to know to claim a Catalan government-issued mask
April 14, 2020 06:03 PM
Migrant rescue charity joins Covid-19 effort in Catalan care homes
Open Arms is contributing 30 vehicles and more than 70 volunteers to support healthcare teams
April 14, 2020 02:23 PM
Ebre Delta recovery from Storm Gloria on hold due to health crisis
Repairing damage to Catalonia's southern wetland zone was halted in mid-March, but authorities hope it can resume by end of April
April 14, 2020 12:35 PM
Uncertainty as non-essential employees go back to work
1.7 million Spanish government masks begin to be distributed as road traffic increased amid criticism of end of 'total lockdown'
April 14, 2020 11:45 AM
Education department to deliver connectivity packs to families without internet
First 22,000 devices to arrive this week to 52,000 homes, helping pupils without connection study
April 13, 2020 06:10 PM
One month in lockdown: how it unfolded in Catalonia
Thousands of lives are lost, hundreds of thousands out of work, while the world is confined to their homes
April 13, 2020 12:04 PM
Coronavirus lockdown can worsen instances of gender-based violence, says women’s group
Being forced into confinement with an abuser could lead to more victims seeking out help
April 12, 2020 11:36 AM
One month on from the closure of schools with many questions left unresolved
University entrance exams have been pushed back but authorities insist the academic year is not yet finished
April 11, 2020 12:27 PM
Spain extends land border controls with France and Portugal until April 25
The measure may be extended longer "if necessary" according to the Spanish government
April 11, 2020 10:52 AM
Pharmacies will have 14 million masks to distribute among Catalan residents
Masks to be available on April 20 while Spanish authorities also commit to handing them out at public transport stops
April 10, 2020 03:42 PM
Pressure on government over elderly care homes continues
Minister admits they were "not prepared" and Barcelona mayor calls for urgent action
April 9, 2020 09:53 PM
Spain surpasses 15,000 Covid-19 deaths
Slight decrease in growth of fatalities and new cases compared to Wednesday, with daily fatalities in Catalonia lowest since March 23
April 9, 2020 01:07 PM
Spain eyes April 26 as date to begin to return to ‘normal,’ with controls
Despite announcement, deaths and new coronavirus cases have increased the last two days
April 8, 2020 12:29 PM
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