Latest news from Spain

European inspectors in Spain looking at the public account
The inspectors have been here this week, trying to establish why the deficit has missed its target.

General Strike confirmed in Spain for March 29
Union leaders give the go-ahead today, but said they were still open for talks with the Government.

Unions get thousands protesting in Spanish cities
There were demonstrations in 60 cities on Sunday against the Government's labour reforms.

Taipei mayor in Barcelona for tips on large-scale event planning
Taipei, March 10 (CNA) Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin was in Barcelona Friday on the latest stop of his 10-day European fact-finding trip to meet with Mayor Xavier Trias and learn about how the Spanish city handles large-scale events.

German man arrested after Malaga lawyer's body found in the boot of his own car
The body of a lawyer, named as Salvador Andres Reina, has been found in the boot of his car in Malaga.

Barcelona, Valencia to alternate F1 races
Madrid: Barcelona and Valencia have agreed in principle to alternate their Grand Prix races so there is only one event in Spain each year from 2013.

Plane madness for Almeria
Ryanair has scrapped a plan to introduce flights between Almeria and Liverpool, after the tourist board backed out of supporting the route.

European Commission warns Spain deficit slippage is 'serious' and 'grave'
Spain risks being fined under new EU rules for a "grave" breach of budget limits, the European Commission warned on Monday.

Spanair air leaves 5,000 jobs
The Workers' Trade Union of Catalonia has asked the Government to "take responsibility" on the future of workers.