What is the issue between Spain and Catalonia?

The 2017–2018 Spanish constitutional crisis, also known as the Catalan crisis, was a political conflict between the Government of Spain and the Generalitat de Catalunya under former President Carles Puigdemont—the government of the autonomous community of Catalonia until 28 October 2017—over the issue of Catalan …

Does Catalonia have its own parliament?

The Parliament of Catalonia (Catalan: Parlament de Catalunya, IPA: [pəɾləˈmen də kətəˈluɲə]; Spanish: Parlamento de Cataluña; Occitan: Parlament de Catalonha) is the unicameral legislature of the autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain. The most recent general election to the Parliament was held on 14 February 2021.

How is Catalonia’s independence referendum affecting businesses?

More than 2,000 businesses have left Catalonia since the October referendum, including the region’s two biggest banks. Created with Sketch. Behind the passion and frenzy of those who back Catalan independence, businesses are already feeling the impact of uncertainty.

Why did Catalans want independence from Spain?

Catalonia, which is Spain’s richest region, has a distinct cultural heritage and language. The push for independence crystallized during the fallout of the global financial crisis in 2008. Some Catalans believe the country’s rising unemployment levels and languishing economy was pulling the region down,…

What was the purpose of the Catalan Statute of Autonomy?

The Catalan Statute of Autonomy establishes that Catalonia is organised politically through the Generalitat of Catalonia (in Catalan: Generalitat de Catalunya ), conformed by the Parliament, the Presidency of the Generalitat, the Government or Executive Council and the other institutions created by the Parliament,…

What happens next for Catalonia after direct rule?

What happens next is unclear. But Catalonia will face significant challenges attempting to assert its independence in the face of Spain’s decision to impose direct rule on the region.