Spain must 'analyze' fall in perception of judicial independence, warns EU
European study ranks Spain fourth worst among 28 members-states
European study ranks Spain fourth worst among 28 members-states
Forn, Rull, Sànchez, and Turull stop protest after over two weeks
The letter, also signed by the ombudsman of Catalonia, calls on those fasting to protect their health and maintain their strength for their upcoming trial
Judges argue "relatives' suffering" cannot be reason to offer bail, as 11-month mark in prison is reached for some
Pro-independence parties outraged, whilst others come to magistrates' defence
Magistrates say pro-independence leaders pose a flight risk
Prison service has already asked Supreme Court to confirm it no longer intends to issue further summons
Charges filed against Supreme Court Judge Pablo Llarena and three other magistrates
"EU citizens should have fair treatment," states regional director in Europe of the Fair Trials human rights NGO