Pedro Sánchez unveils the €23 billion 'España Crece' fund to build 15,000 homes annually, amid investigations into irregularities in protected housing projects in Alicante and Málaga.
The Spanish Congress has rejected the government's social shield decree, including eviction moratoriums, amid strong opposition from PP, Vox, and Junts, reflecting deep political divisions over housing protections.
Pedro Sánchez unveils the €23 billion 'España Crece' fund to build 15,000 homes annually, amid investigations into irregularities in protected housing projects in Alicante and Málaga.
Mataró was named Spain's 2026 social economy capital with major events planned, while Xunta launches a pilot social economy plan in Baiona to support local entrepreneurship.
Spain advances youth engagement and local social economy strategies with the launch of a national Youth Network and Baiona's roadmap for an equitable economy.
Murcia's 2026 strategy introduces 140 new measures focused on prevention, social inclusion, and integration to fight rising poverty and social exclusion.
Spain strengthens its support for women with severe mental illness through Fundación Gizaide and combats domestic violence with extensive protective services and the VioGén system.
Spain launches a pioneering elderly care model in Aretxabaleta and advances a new primary care center in Murcia, reflecting strong commitments to healthcare innovation and infrastructure improvement.
The PSOE in Huelva accuses the Partido Popular of political opportunism and cuts to public services, highlighting ethical concerns and pledging honest governance.
Tenerife's local government allocates over €3 million to support 37 non-professional sports clubs for the 2025/2026 season, emphasizing gender equality and covering key operational costs.
Spain advances mental health support with community youth clinics in Catalunya and inclusive holiday programs in Andalusia for people with severe mental illness.
A national study reveals significant barriers and inadequacies in mental health and loneliness support across Spain, highlighting the need for coordinated strategies and better access to resources.
Spain bolsters its social economy sector with the launch of a new recognition seal and the celebration of Premios Lidera 2025 awards, highlighting impactful community projects and government support.
The BNG in Porriño demands the establishment of a mental health unit, backed by a prior unanimous council agreement and a call for increased social service funding.
In December 2025, Spain is bolstering its social economy and care sectors through significant events and investments aimed at improving sustainability, social cohesion, and quality care services.
Spain advances community health care by integrating digital health innovations unveiled at Health4Good with social prescription strategies addressing social determinants of well-being.
Despite Spain's strong economic growth since 2020, public investment in dependency care has decreased, resulting in increased waiting times and deaths, prompting urgent calls for reform and greater political commitment.
San Roque's historic 2026 budget allocates nearly €14 million for social services and equality programs, including elderly care and gender equality initiatives.
Alcalá de Guadaíra implements subsidies for building accessibility while Navarra joins other regions in calling for EU structural policies on affordable housing.
Bilbao's municipal social services received national recognition for their dedication to transparency, efficiency, and continuous improvement at a major social services congress in Madrid.
Opposition leader Feijóo condemns Sánchez's housing policies, promising tax cuts and reforms to address soaring prices and poverty, while Sánchez defends his government's measures and social protections amid parliamentary tensions.
Vigo announces an 18% increase in its 2026 social policy budget to 28 million euros, boosting services for the elderly, emergency aid, and social programs amid criticism of Xunta's elder care management.
Recent events in Galicia and the Balearic Islands highlight growing institutional support for social economy initiatives in Spain, emphasizing sustainability and job creation.
The Canary Islands have approved their first Social Economy Strategy for 2026-2029, focusing on inclusive job creation and sustainability aligned with global development goals.